Respiratory Therapist I

Peter Lougheed Centre (PLC) is a 600+ bed acute care hospital in Northeast Calgary offering comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services. PLC serves as the Vascular Centre for Southern Alberta, Southwestern Saskatchewan, and Southeastern British Columbia, and is home to Alberta's only Chronic Ventilation Program. Our Respiratory Services team is collaborative, supportive, and deeply committed to excellence. You'll work alongside a multidisciplinary team of neonatologists, respirologists, RRTs, and nursing staff who share a passion for improving outcomes for our most vulnerable patients and their families. We value mentorship, continuous learning, and a culture where every team member's contribution matters. Our RT department supports the ICU, Emergency Department, inpatient wards, and a Level II NICU with a strong commitment to Patient and Family Centred Care. In this role, you will deliver clinical care, patient and staff education, equipment support, and contribute to quality improvement initiatives. The primary focus will be the NICU, with potential coverage in the ICU, ED, and Wards as needed. All RRTs must be available to work across all service areas based on operational requirements, with daily assignments subject to change. The current schedule is Monday-Friday, 8-hour day and evening shifts. As with all positions, scheduling is subject to change based on operational needs.

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.

Active or eligible registration with the College and Association of Respiratory Therapists of Alberta (CARTA).

Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program. Current BCLS-HCP certification required. Minimum 1 year of independent, acute care RT experience within the last 5 years. NICU experience is strongly preferred. Applicants must be comfortable working in high-acuity neonatal environment, including care of premature and critically ill newborns. Experience with neonatal ventilation, CPAP, high flow therapy and surfactant administration is an asset. Current NRP certification (pls include expiration date).

Independent clinical RRT experience in a Level II/III NICU within the last 5 years. Current PALs/ACLS certification (please include expiration date). Current CRE certification (please include expiration date). Completion of preceptor training. Experience with neonatal transport.