At a Glance
- Tasks: Assess patients and develop respiratory therapy care plans while collaborating with clinical teams.
- Company: Join the dedicated team at Sturgeon Community Hospital, focused on patient-centered care.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible shifts, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in patients' lives while gaining diverse experience across departments.
- Qualifications: Active registration with CRTA and critical care experience required.
The predicted salary is between 67500 - 82500 $ per year.
Come and join our team at the Sturgeon Community Hospital! As a Respiratory Therapist I, you will be a pivotal member of the interprofessional team and work collaboratively with all disciplines. In this role, you will assess patients, develop and implement respiratory therapy care plans, and monitor their progress. You will be responsible for direct patient care and 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. In this role, you will have the opportunity to gain robust experience as you will float through all areas of the hospital and work both independently and with interprofessional teams throughout the units.
This position requires you to work in various departments, supporting the respiratory therapists in all clinical areas. You will be on your feet for an extended period of time (both walking and standing), and you must be able to assist in transporting, lifting, and positioning of patients. You will also be required to bend, lift, push, and pull equipment.
To be successful in this position, you will have well-developed leadership skills and experience, as well as excellent communication skills. Working closely with patients, your team, and physicians will be an important aspect of this position, so strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships will be integral to your success. As a leader, you will be highly adaptive and responsive, and able to assist others with critical thinking and problem solving to ensure success.
Required Qualifications: Active or eligible registration with the College of Respiratory Therapists of Alberta (CRTA).
Additional Required Qualifications: A minimum of 6 months of adult critical care or emergency experience within the last three (3) years.
Preferred Qualifications: Current Arterial Line insertion certification, Intubation Certification, Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Current Neonatal Resuscitation Course (NRP), Experience working with abdominal and pleurex drains.
Please note: All postings close at 23:59 MT of 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.
Healthy Albertans. Healthy Communities. Together. We’re passionate about what we do. Our team of skilled and dedicated health care professionals, support staff, and physicians promote wellness and provide health care all across Alberta. Everything we do at AHS reflects a patient and family centred approach; it’s about putting patients’ and families’ experiences, priorities, and trust first. We are an equal opportunity employer. AHS values the diversity of the people and communities we serve and is committed to attracting, engaging, and developing a diverse and inclusive workforce.
Respiratory Therapist I in St. Albert employer: Alberta Health Services
Alberta Health Services is an exceptional employer that prioritizes patient care and quality improvement, making it a rewarding place for professionals in the healthcare sector. With a strong commitment to employee development, collaborative work culture, and a focus on meaningful impact, this role offers unique opportunities to lead initiatives that enhance patient relations across the province. Located in Alberta, employees benefit from a supportive environment that values innovation and continuous learning.
