Respiratory Therapist I

Calgary, AB
Permanent
Full-time

5 days ago

Your Opportunity:South Health Campus (SHC) is more than just a hospital; it is a campus that is structurally designed to integrate nature and promote healing philosophy. The Respiratory Services department's service expectations are centered in the four pillars of patient and family centered care, collaborative practice, innovation and wellness. The Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) provides leadership and expertise in the field of Respiratory Therapy and works collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams to assist in the diagnosis and management of patients with cardiopulmonary and related disorders. The RRT will actively participate in the education of patients, students, staff, and physicians. The successful RRT will contribute to process improvement in the department and/or service areas, maintain a professional and accountable practice, advocate professionally and effectively for patients while adhering to AHS key principles of patient and family centred care. The RRT will also provide technical support for all Respiratory Therapy equipment. At SHC, RRT staff work in all areas supported by Respiratory Services. Daily service area assignments will be adjusted as needed to meet operational needs. The successful RRT will demonstrate a pattern of professional development, display collaborative interpersonal relationships, effective communication, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills. The successful candidate will also be able to manage competing priorities, exercise autonomous decision-making, effectively resolve conflict and promote a healthy, safe and respectful work environment.Description:As a Respiratory Therapist I, you will assess patients (clients, resident), develop and implement respiratory therapy care plans and monitor their progress. You will be responsible for various diagnostic and therapeutic equipment and interventions. You will collaborate with various clinical teams and groups to enhance clinical outcomes. You will provide training and assist health care providers in the use and care of respiratory equipment as well as educate patients and their families regarding diseases, medications, equipment and treatments.

Classification: Resp Therapist I
Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
Unit and Program: Respiratory Therapy
Primary Location: South Health Campus
Location Details: As Per Location
Multi-Site: Not Applicable
FTE: 1.00
Posting End Date: 05-SEP-2025
Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits
Date Available: 15-SEP-2025
Temporary End Date: 08-SEP-2026
Hours per Shift: 11.08
Length of Shift in weeks: 16
Shifts per cycle: 56
Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends
Days Off: As Per Rotation
Minimum Salary: $38.39
Maximum Salary: $49.34
Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:Active or eligible registration with the College and Association of Respiratory Therapists of Alberta (CARTA). Additional Required Qualifications:Graduate of an accredited school of Respiratory Therapy. Current BLS certification, including expiration date. Minimum of 6 months current independent Respiratory Therapy experience in an inpatient acute care hospital setting. This RRT position includes the following physical requirements: being on one's feet for extended periods of time (standing/walking), exposure to infectious diseases, and hazardous situations for which they have been trained; be able to assist in transporting, lifting and positioning of patients, be able to bend, lift, push, and pull equipment such as life support equipment up to 20 lbs. Preferred Qualifications:Current independent RRT acute care experience in ICU, ED, Wards, NICU NRP/PALS/ACLS certifications CRE/CAE/CTE certifications Completed SHC Orientation Trained for Charge/Float/Outreach Demonstrated competency in arterial line insertion and adult intubation Level II/III NICU Case Room and Intubation competency

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