Respiratory Therapist (WHCA) #2026-119

May 25, 2026 WELLINGTON HEALTH CARE ALLIANCE (Groves Memorial Community Hospital, Palmerston & District Hospital, and Louise Marshall Hospital) POSTING #2026-119 RESPIRATORY THERAPIST (TEMPORARY PART TIME) One (1) temporary part time Respiratory Therapist position is available at Wellington Health Care Alliance (WHCA).

The WHCA is comprised of two corporations with more than 1,000 staff, including physicians and volunteers, operating three vibrant acute care hospital sites: Groves Memorial Community Hospital (Fergus) and North Wellington Health Care (Louise Marshall Hospital in Mount Forest & Palmerston and District Hospital in Palmerston).

The homesite for this position will be Groves Memorial Community Hospital.

The Respiratory Therapist makes decisions and accepts responsibility for all aspects of Respiratory patient care in accordance with Departmental, Hospital(s) and Legislative Standards that govern the profession.

The Respiratory Therapist is primarily responsible in a clinical role for the assessment, treatment, education and management of patients in both outpatient and inpatient settings.

This position has the additional responsibility for the management of day-to-day service operations, staff support, as well as other delegated educational and administrative activities.

Keeps current in professional skills and knowledge through education.

QUALIFICATIONS (Education, Experience, Skills and Attributes): Degree in Respiratory Therapy from Approved School Current Certificate of Competence with CRTO Current BCLS and NRP essential.

PALS and ACLS preferred Certified Respiratory Educator certification preferred Excellent working knowledge and experience with all aspects of core competencies within Respiratory Therapist role Good working knowledge of related hospital processes, procedures and policies (i.e.

Code of Ethics, Occupational Health and Safety) Demonstrated knowledge of Professional Standards of Practice Demonstrated mechanical aptitude.

Demonstrated excellence in: Patient-focused care Critical thinking and problem solving Organization and time management Interpersonal and communication skills Interdisciplinary teamwork Working effectively with other departments and agencies ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: Satisfactory performance and attendance required Satisfactory Reference Checks required prior to start date Must provide a Police Vulnerable Sector Check Must complete a Pre-Employment Health Assessment prior to being hired SALARY: $46.35 - $54.22 per hour

Interested applicants please submit your cover letter and resume on BambooHR at the following link: https://whca.bamboohr.com/jobs/ INTERNAL applicants please apply with your work email address.

EXTERNAL applicants are considered only after the internal posting process has been completed.

Only applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted.

Groves Memorial Community Hospital strives to create a respectful, accessible and inclusive work environment.

Upon individual request, the hospital will endeavour to remove any barrier to the hiring process to accommodate those candidates with disabilities.

Groves Memorial Community Hospital is committed to providing and fostering a safe, healthy and respectful workplace for all employees, free from violence and harassment.