RESPIRATORY THERAPIST (PART TIME)

Your Opportunity:

This position is responsible for providing care primarily in the Neonatal Intensive Care (NICU) and Labour and Delivery units. Also provides coverage for Neonatal Resuscitation Team, as required. This posting is also open to eligible NEW RT GRADS.

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 Programs and Services

Primary Location: Grey Nuns Community Hospital

Location Details: As Per Location

Multi-Site: Not Applicable

FTE: 0.70

Posting End Date: 27-FEB-2026

Employee Class: Regular Part Time

Date Available: 09-MAR-2026

Hours per Shift: 7.75

Length of Shift in weeks: 12

Shifts per cycle: 42

Shift Pattern: Days, Nights, Weekends

Days Off: As Per Rotation

Minimum Salary: $40.73

Maximum Salary: $52.34

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: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills required. Proven problem solving and critical thinking skills required. Excellent organizational and time management skills required. Basic computer and keyboarding skills required. Familiarity with electronic charting (Connect Care) required. Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification required. N95 mask fit tested required. Preferred Qualifications: Active membership with the Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists (CSRT) preferred. Two years of current acute care experience in NICU, ER, AICU, Medicine and Surgical Units preferred. Additional courses in Smoking Cessation, Patient Education, Care Maps, Student Preceptoring, Baby Friendly Initiative and area specific training preferred. NRP Instructor preferred. Certified neonatal intubator preferred. Experience in Point of Care Ultrasound (POCUS) preferred.