Respiratory Therapist I

Location: Northeastern Alberta (Fort Chipewyan)

Your Opportunity
Joining the Respiratory Therapist (RT) team at the Northern Lights Regional Hospital in Fort McMurray offers a dynamic and fulfilling career. As an RT, you will be an integral part of a multidisciplinary team delivering patient-centered care across all hospital departments. You could be in Pediatrics, then called to Emergency, with finishing your day in the OR Recovery.

Your role will involve assessing, treating, and educating patients, performing essential respiratory interventions like oxygen therapy, ventilator management, and airway support, while also engaging in specialized procedures such as bronchoscopies. Your responsibilities will extend to managing and maintaining respiratory equipment and offering training to both healthcare providers and patients. Your expertise is relied on by the entire healthcare team, the patients and their families.

Beyond your professional experience, Fort McMurray is a vibrant community located in the scenic boreal forest of Northern Alberta. Located in Wood Buffalo on Treaty 8 territory and the traditional lands of the Metis. With access to lakes, rivers, and provincial parks, you'll be able to enjoy the stunning natural beauty of the area, including the awe-inspiring Northern Lights. This family-oriented city is also rich in cultural and recreational activities, making it an ideal place to live and work.

In addition to a competitive rate of pay, AHS currently has a Fort McMurray Allowance in place to an annual maximum of $12,480. This allowance is non-pensionable and is payable on an hourly basis for all hours paid at the basic rate of pay.

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
Classification:  Resp Therapist I  Union:  HSAA Facility PROF/TECH  Unit and Program:  Respiratory Therapy  Primary

Location:

Fort McMurray N Lts HC/Mnt Hlt  Location Details:  As Per Location  Multi-Site:  Not Applicable  FTE:  1.00  Posting End Date:  15-SEP-2026  Employee Class:  Regular Full Time

Date Available:

25-SEP-2026  Hours per

Shift:  11.25  Length of Shift in weeks:  28  Shifts per cycle:  96  Shift Pattern:  Days, Evenings, 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

Current Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification.

Current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification.

Preferred Qualifications

A minimum of 1 year experience in a health care setting is preferred.

Recruitment Incentive:
For permanent positions:
This position may qualify for a recruitment incentive of up to $60,000, based on the length of their Return for Service. For full details, visit

For temporary positions:
This position may qualify for a recruitment incentive of up to $13,000 over 12 months. For full details, visit

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