Respiratory Therapist I
Your Opportunity:
The Chinook Regional Hospital in beautiful Lethbridge, Alberta is seeking a registered respiratory therapist to join our interdisciplinary team. This casual position offers flexibility with the option to work as many or as few shifts as you prefer, making it a great fit for those seeking balance while contributing to high‑quality patient care. Lethbridge is a city that combines urban convenience with stunning natural landscapes, a vibrant cultural scene, affordable living, and endless recreation opportunities. Lethbridge isn’t just a place to live; it’s a place to thrive. Chinook Regional Hospital features the following: 20-bed ICU/CCU, 16-bed Level 2+ NICU, 11-bed Pediatric Unit, Level 3 Trauma Center, Active OR and multiple medical/surgical inpatient units. As a Respiratory Therapist I, you will practice to full scope, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to diagnose and manage patients of all ages with cardiopulmonary and related disorders. Your role includes the following: Delivering high-quality respiratory care across diverse settings. Educating patients, families, students, and staff. Supporting process improvement and maintaining accountable practice. Advocating for patients using principles of patient- and family-centered care. Providing technical expertise for respiratory therapy equipment. Therapists at CRH are expected to cover all areas they have been oriented to and supported by Respiratory Services as needed. Success in this role requires the following: A commitment to professional development. Strong communication, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills. Ability to manage competing priorities, make independent decisions, and resolve conflict effectively. Promotion of a healthy, respectful, and safe work environment. Respiratory Therapy students graduating in Spring 2026 are encouraged to apply.
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 Health and Outpatient Cardiology
- Primary Location: Chinook Regional Hospital
- Location Details: As Per Location
- Multi-Site: Not Applicable
- FTE: 0.00
- Posting End Date: 06-APR-2026
- Employee Class: Casual/Relief
- Date Available: 20-APR-2026
- Hours per Shift: Varies
- Length of Shift in weeks: Varies
- Shifts per cycle: Varies
- Shift Pattern: Days, Nights, Weekends
- Days Off: Other
- Minimum Salary: $40.73
- Maximum Salary: $52.34
- Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Active or eligible registration with the College and Association of Respiratory Therapists of Alberta (CARTA).
Additional Required Qualifications:Current Basic Life Support – Health Care Provider (BLS-HCP) certification. Acute care and/or critical care experience within the past 5 years. Ability to work 11.08-hour day/night shifts. Flexibility to work in all hospital areas, including NICU, Pediatrics, Labour & Delivery, O.R., P.A.C.U., Wards, E.D., Ambulatory Respiratory Therapy, and I.C.U.
Preferred Qualifications:Current Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification. Demonstrated commitment to professional development. Strong interpersonal, communication, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills. Ability to manage competing priorities, make independent decisions, and resolve conflict effectively. Commitment to promoting a healthy, respectful, and safe work environment.
Please note:
All postings close at 23:59 MT of the posting end date indicated.
Security Screening:
A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.
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