Respiratory Therapist I

Job summary

The Respiratory Therapist I assesses patients and implements respiratory care plans across various acute care environments including the PICU and NICU. They are responsible for operating diagnostic equipment, collaborating with clinical teams, and educating patients and families on treatments.

Job details

Your Opportunity: As the acute care Respiratory Therapist I at Alberta Children's Hospital, you be challenged in your ability to balance varying patient acuity levels and priorities in the dynamic environments that Respiratory Therapy provides service to including PICU, NICU, Inpatient Units and the Emergency Department. The RRT I is a pivotal member of the health care team, and you will have the opportunity to utilize your excellent clinical, communication and teamwork skills to support optimal outcomes for your patient population. You will be expected to contribute to department and/or service area process improvement and maintain professional practice including, but not limited to, ongoing professional development, encouragement of a positive and supportive work environment, and demonstration of accountability. In addition, you will demonstrate proficiency in the following areas: Ability to be self-directed and exercise independent decision making and critical thinking skills. Ability to work under pressure, manage competing priorities, and effectively resolve conflict. Ability to interact collaboratively and positively with staff, students, Physicians, and the entire health care team to optimize the delivery of safe quality patient care. Ability to advocate effectively for patients and integrate patient and family centered care principles within own practice. 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: ACH Respiratory Therapy Primary Location: Alberta Children's Hospital Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 1.00 Posting End Date: 16-SEP-2026 Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits Date Available: 14-OCT-2026 Temporary End Date: 30-APR-2027 Hours per Shift: 11.08 Length of Shift in weeks: 12 Shifts per cycle: 42 Shift Pattern: Days, Nights, Weekends Days Off: As Per Rotation Minimum Salary: $41.95 Maximum Salary: $53.91 Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable Required Qualifications: Active or eligible registration with the College of Respiratory Therapists of Alberta (CRTA). Additional Required Qualifications: Minimum of 6 months Tertiary Critical Care experience within the last 3 years. Current BCLS-HCP Certification, including expiration date. Preferred Qualifications: ACH experience. Pediatric experience. Level III NICU experience. Formal preceptor training. Current PALS certification including expiration date. Current NRP certification including expiration date. Team lead experience. Commitment to a multidisciplinary committee within the past 2 years.

What you’ll do

The Respiratory Therapist I assesses patients and implements respiratory care plans across various acute care environments including the PICU and NICU. They are responsible for operating diagnostic equipment, collaborating with clinical teams, and educating patients and families on treatments.

Requirements

Candidates must have active registration with the College of Respiratory Therapists of Alberta and BCLS-HCP certification. A minimum of 6 months of Tertiary Critical Care experience within the last 3 years is required.

Listed skills

• Teamwork · Preferred
• Critical Thinking · Preferred
• Conflict Resolution · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Patient Assessment
• Respiratory Therapy Care Planning
• Critical Thinking
• Conflict Resolution
• Patient Advocacy
• Clinical Communication
• Teamwork
• Patient Education
• Diagnostic Equipment Operation
• Therapeutic Interventions

Job areas

• Healthcare