Original job description
Your Opportunity:
Working at the Chinook Regional Hospital in sunny Lethbridge, Alberta, the operating room Respiratory Therapist II provides leadership and expertise in the field of Respiratory Therapy. You will work collaboratively with the operating room team to perform or assist with advanced respiratory procedures (such as airway management, laryngoscopy, endotracheal intubation, central venous line insertion, drug preparation, peripheral venous cannulation, arterial line insertion, and arterial blood gas sampling & analysis) for patients requiring/under anesthesia in neonatal, pediatric, & adult populations. You will also be responsible for the daily set-up and verification of anesthetic machines and equipment and for providing room relief for anesthesiologists for short periods of time. You will actively participate in the education of patients, families, students, staff and physicians; contribute to department and/or service area process improvement; maintain a professional and accountable practice; advocate professionally and effectively for patients using the principles of patient and family centered care; and provide technical support for Respiratory Therapy equipment. A demonstrated pattern of professional development; display of interpersonal, communication, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills; ability to manage competing priorities, be self-directed, exercise independent decision-making and effectively resolve conflict; and promotion of a healthy, respectful, and safe work environment are required.
Description:
As a Respiratory Therapist II, you will coordinate, monitor and assess clinical services in your assigned area. You will act as a clinical resource for daily operations, coordinating the work of therapy assessment and treatment in your service area, and assist in the development of clinical protocols. You will develop and implement respiratory therapy care plans and monitor the progress of patients (clients, residents) receiving advanced respiratory treatment. You will identify new equipment requirements, and establish and maintain adequate levels of supplies and materials for your area. You will be responsible for respiratory equipment, including but not limited to operation, procurement, maintenance, and quality assurance. You will participate in interprofessional patient, client or resident rounds, conferences and meetings where applicable.
Classification: Respiratory Therapist II 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: 1.00 Posting End Date: 18-JAN-2027 Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits Date Available: 28-JAN-2027 Temporary End Date: 07-FEB-2028 Hours per Shift: 7.75 Length of Shift in weeks: 4 Shifts per cycle: 20 Shift Pattern: Days Days Off: Saturday/Sunday Minimum Salary: $44.76 Maximum Salary: $57.72 Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Required Qualifications:
Active or eligible registration with the College of Respiratory Therapists of Alberta (CRTA).
Additional Required Qualifications:
Current BLS-HCP certification. Recent acute care and/ or critical care experience (in past 5 years).
Preferred Qualifications:
Previous experience working as a RRT in an Operating Room environment. Preceptor experience with respiratory therapy students. Completion of a preceptor training course. Relevant Degree. Competency in performing adult Intubation & Arterial Line Insertion. PVAD insertion and management certification. Current ACLS, NRP, and PALS certification.
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Responsibilities
Provide advanced respiratory therapy support in the operating room, including airway procedures, anesthetic equipment setup and verification, and short-term relief for anesthesiologists. Coordinate clinical services, develop and monitor respiratory care plans, support equipment and supply management, educate patients and staff, and contribute to quality improvement.
Requirements
Applicants must be registered or eligible for registration with the College of Respiratory Therapists of Alberta and hold current BLS-HCP certification, with recent acute or critical care experience. Preferred qualifications include operating room experience, student preceptor experience or training, a relevant degree, specified procedural competencies, PVAD certification, and current ACLS, NRP, and PALS certifications.
Skills
- Airway Management
- Laryngoscopy
- Endotracheal Intubation
- Central Venous Line Insertion
- Drug Preparation
- Peripheral Venous Cannulation
- Arterial Line Insertion
- Arterial Blood Gas Sampling And Analysis
- Anesthetic Machine Setup And Verification
- Respiratory Equipment Management
- Respiratory Therapy Care Planning
- Clinical Assessment And Treatment
- Patient And Family Education
- Critical Thinking
- Problem-Solving
- Interprofessional Collaboration
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Categories
- Healthcare
- Management & Leadership
- Education
Keywords
- Respiratory Therapy
- Operating Room
- Airway Management
- Laryngoscopy
- Endotracheal Intubation
- Central Venous Line Insertion
- Peripheral Venous Cannulation
- Arterial Line Insertion
- Arterial Blood Gas Analysis
- Anesthesia
- Anesthetic Machines
- Neonatal Care
- Pediatric Care
- Adult Care
- BLS-HCP
- ACLS
- NRP
- PALS
- PVAD
- CRTA Registration
- Acute Care
- Critical Care
- Clinical Protocols
- Quality Assurance
- Patient And Family-Centered Care
- Interprofessional Rounds
- Preceptor Training
