Respiratory Therapist II

Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Perioperative Unit Manager, the Respiratory Therapist II (RRT II) assists anesthesia and nursing staff in the provision of both direct and indirect patient care within the Grey Nuns Community Hospital Operating Room (OR) and Post Anesthetic Recovery Room (PARR). The RRT II is a clinical practitioner who performs and completes daily functional checks of anesthetic and emergency airway equipment. The RRT II assists in the operation of a variety of anesthetic equipment and assists Anesthesia with difficult intubations as required. Under the direction of Anesthesia, the RRT II is responsible for assisting with arterial line insertions, blood gas sampling, hemodynamic monitoring, medication administration, ventilation management, and the management of the autologous blood transfusion system.

Job Summary

The Respiratory Therapist II coordinates, monitors and assesses the clinical services in their assigned area, and acts as a clinical resource for daily operations and the development of clinical protocols. This position is covered by the terms and conditions of the HSAA Paramedical Professional/Technical Collective Agreement.

Position Details

- Classification: Respiratory Therapist II

- Union: COV HSAA PROF TECH

- Unit and Program: Operative Services

- Primary Location: Grey Nuns Community Hospital

- Location Details: As Per Location

- FTE: 0.00

- Posting End Date: 05-DEC-2025

- Employee Class: Casual/Relief

- Date Available: 15-DEC-2025

- Hours per Shift: 7.75

- Length of Shift in weeks: Varies

- Shifts per cycle: Varies

- Shift Pattern: Days, On Call

- Days Off: Other

- Minimum Salary: $40.96

- Maximum Salary: $52.83

- Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Qualifications

- Graduate of a recognized and accredited school of Respiratory Therapy program or recognized equivalent.

- Active registration and member in good standing with the College and Association of Respiratory Therapists of Alberta (CARTA) required.

- Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (Level C) required.

- Current CPR and B.C.L.S. certification.

- Minimum of one (1) year recent experience in an acute care Operating Room.

- Knowledge of the autologous blood transfusion system.

- Must be registered with the College and Association of Respiratory Therapy of Alberta.

- Must have good organizational skills.

- Must be able to manage multiple competing priorities through the utilization of critical thinking, delegation, and prioritization skills.

- Must be able to communicate effectively and work well within a team.

- Must be able to respond and manage challenging, stressful situations in a calm, clear manner.

- Preferred: Anesthetic Technologist certification.

- Preferred: Recent experience within the past two years in an Intensive Care Unit (ICU) or Emergency Department (ED).

- Preferred: Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.

Hiring Requirements

Please submit your resume to apply. We will review only the information provided in your resume during the screening process.

The following must be provided prior to your first day of work:

Security Screening: As a condition of employment, all employees are required to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check and to disclose of previous convictions, record suspensions or pardons received for charges of sexual assault or other sexual offences to Covenant Health prior to commencement of any work, including training or orientation shifts.

Be the Difference

Covenant Health invites you to be the difference in people's lives, your career, and your community. Guided by faith‑based values, integrity, and compassion, every role contributes to person‑centered care and a deeper purpose. Employees are supported through mentorship, education, and growth opportunities, working with inclusive teams that value collaboration and belonging. Together, Covenant Health advances healthcare innovation and shapes a healthier, more compassionate future for Alberta and beyond.

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