Respiratory Therapist I

Job summary

The Respiratory Therapist I provides professional assessment, therapeutic intervention, and follow-up for patients with cardio-pulmonary disorders. They are responsible for developing care plans, performing diagnostic testing, and providing education to clients and caregivers.

Job details

Your Opportunity: Are you looking for a place where people truly matter? At Covenant Health, we believe our team is what makes us special. As one of the World’s Most Ethnical Companies and recognized as one of Alberta’s Top Employers, we offer a workplace where you can grow, feel supported and make a meaningful difference. Since opening its doors in 1969, the Misericordia Community Hospital has offered both professional development opportunities and the ease of urban living. This full-service hospital provides specialized care through units like emergency, surgery and neonatal intensive care—supporting the holistic wellbeing of individuals and families across the city and beyond. If you are motivated to make a tangible difference in patient recovery, you will find purpose here. Our team provides specialized assessments, high-impact individualized care through strong interdisciplinary collaboration to achieve visible and meaningful outcomes. We are looking for people who can work well in team settings, display strong critical thinking skills and are intrinsically motivated to make a difference in their role. Your care is highly impactful in supporting holistic care, helping others reclaim a sense of self and living out Covenant Health’s core values every day. Are you ready to be the difference in health care? Make your impact by delivering quality, compassionate care to people across the province. Join Covenant Health today and help us build a healthier Alberta! Note: this position will be filled following HSAA's Consequential Vacancy Process. Description: The Respiratory Therapist I (RT) is responsible for professional assessment, therapeutic intervention and follow-up for patients with cardio-pulmonary and related disorders. The RT I reviews clinical referrals, conducts assessments and performs diagnostic testing, develops and administers care plans for patients, facilitates discharge and provides education to clients, family and care givers. The RT I is responsible for the provision of services in accordance with established standards, and the Mission, Vision, Values, policies and procedures of Covenant Health. This position is covered by the terms and conditions of the HSAA Paramedical Professional/Technical Collective Agreement. Classification: Respiratory Therapist I Union: COV HSAA PROF TECH Unit and Program: Respiratory Therapy MCH Primary Location: Misericordia Community Hosp Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 0.55 Posting End Date: 22-SEP-2026 Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits Date Available: 02-OCT-2026 Temporary End Date: 30-SEP-2027 Hours per Shift: 11.08 Length of Shift in weeks: 12 Shifts per cycle: 23 Shift Pattern: Days, Nights, Weekends Days Off: As Per Rotation Minimum Salary: $41.95 Maximum Salary: $53.91 Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable Required Qualifications: Graduate of a recognized and accredited school of Respiratory Therapy program or recognized equivalent required. Active registration and member in good standing with the College of Respiratory Therapists of Alberta (CRTA) required. Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (Level C) required. Additional Required Qualifications: As Required. Preferred Qualifications: As Required.

What you’ll do

The Respiratory Therapist I provides professional assessment, therapeutic intervention, and follow-up for patients with cardio-pulmonary disorders. They are responsible for developing care plans, performing diagnostic testing, and providing education to clients and caregivers.

Requirements

Candidates must be graduates of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program and hold active registration with the College of Respiratory Therapists of Alberta. Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (Level C) certification is also required.

Listed skills

• interdisciplinary collaboration · Preferred
• Care Planning · Preferred
• Critical Thinking · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Professional Assessment
• Therapeutic Intervention
• Diagnostic Testing
• Care Planning
• Patient Education
• Critical Thinking
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration
• Cardio-pulmonary Care

Job areas

• Healthcare