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Respiratory Therapist (WHCA) #2026-119

Wellington Health Care Alliance

#Acute Care #Patient Care #BCLS #Clinical Assessment #NRP #Respiratory Therapy #Healthcare Standards #ACLS #PALS

Quick overview

The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for the assessment, treatment, and management of patients in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Additionally, the role involves managing day-to-day service operations and providing staff support and administrative activities.

Requirements summary

Candidates must hold a degree in Respiratory Therapy, a current CRTO Certificate of Competence, and BCLS and NRP certifications. Experience with core respiratory competencies and a Police Vulnerable Sector Check are also required.

bachelor degreeprofessional certificateTime ManagementProblem SolvingOrganizationMechanical AptitudePatient AssessmentPatient EducationCritical ThinkingInterdisciplinary TeamworkInterpersonal CommunicationClinical ManagementPatient-focused CareRespiratory Treatment

Job description

May 25, 2026 WELLINGTON HEALTH CARE ALLIANCE (Groves Memorial Community Hospital, Palmerston & District Hospital, and Louise Marshall Hospital) POSTING #2026-119 RESPIRATORY THERAPIST (TEMPORARY MODIFIED FULL TIME) One (1) temporary modified full-time (0.8 FTE) 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

Respiratory Therapist (WHCA) #2026-119

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