Original job description
Your Opportunity:
Join our Respiratory Therapy team at the Red Deer Regional Hospital Centre. Discover a workplace where your career, well-being, and sense of purpose come together. At the Red Deer Regional Hospital Centre in Red Deer, Alberta, Respiratory Therapists enjoy the opportunity to practice to full scope in a collaborative, supportive, and dynamic environment. Our hospital provides a broad range of clinical experiences, including a 20-bed ICU, 17 bed NICU, 10 bed Pediatric Unit, Level 3 Trauma Center, active OR, and multiple inpatient units - giving you meaningful variety and the chance to make an impact across all age groups. What We Offer: A team that values collaboration and professionalism. Opportunities to grow your skills across multiple clinical areas with guidance from experienced colleagues. A respectful, team-focused culture where your contributions truly matter. A workplace committed to patient centered care, strong communication, and continuous learning. A community that enhances your quality of life with affordable living and short commutes. If you thrive in an environment where your work is meaningful, your team has your back, and your growth is encouraged, you’ll feel right at home here. Red Deer offers a welcoming balance of lifestyle and opportunity, making it an appealing place to live, work, and build your career. If you are compassionate, motivated, and ready to contribute to a dedicated healthcare team, we look forward to receiving your application. ** This position may qualify for a recruitment incentive. For full details, visit rcif-hsaa.ca.
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 Primary Location: Red Deer Regional Hospital Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 1.00 Posting End Date: 28-OCT-2026 Employee Class: Regular Full Time Date Available: 16-NOV-2026 Hours per Shift: 11.25 Length of Shift in weeks: 24 Shifts per cycle: 84 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:
Graduation from a recognized school of Respiratory Therapy required. Registered Respiratory Therapist in good standing with CARTA is required. Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP) and NRP required. Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and handle competing priorities. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and foster partnerships. Minimum one-year acute care experience in ICU, ED, NICU, wards. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing.
Preferred Qualifications:
ACLS preferred. Experience in computer applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) is desired. Experience with EPIC (Connect Care) is preferred.
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Responsibilities
Assess patients, develop and implement respiratory therapy care plans, and monitor patient progress using diagnostic and therapeutic equipment and interventions. Collaborate with clinical teams, train healthcare providers in respiratory equipment use and care, and educate patients and families about conditions, medications, equipment, and treatments.
Requirements
Requires graduation from a recognized respiratory therapy program, active or eligible registration with the College of Respiratory Therapists of Alberta, registration in good standing with CARTA, and current BCLS-HCP and NRP certifications. Candidates must have at least one year of acute care experience in an ICU, ED, NICU, or ward, and demonstrate effective English communication, collaboration, and the ability to manage pressure and competing priorities; ACLS and EPIC experience are preferred.
Skills
- Respiratory Therapy
- Patient Assessment
- Respiratory Care Planning
- Diagnostic Equipment
- Therapeutic Interventions
- Patient Monitoring
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Patient and Family Education
- Respiratory Equipment Training
- Critical Care
- Communication
- Prioritization
- Teamwork
- EPIC (Connect Care)
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
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Keywords
- Respiratory Therapy
- Respiratory Therapist
- Patient Assessment
- Respiratory Therapy Care Plans
- Diagnostic Equipment
- Therapeutic Equipment
- Patient Monitoring
- Critical Care
- Intensive Care Unit
- Emergency Department
- Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
- Acute Care
- Basic Cardiac Life Support - Healthcare Provider
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
- College of Respiratory Therapists of Alberta
- CARTA
- EPIC
- Connect Care
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Patient Education
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Respiratory Equipment
