Winnipeg Regional Health Authority·Portage la Prairie, Manitoba
The Respiratory Therapist provides therapeutic, diagnostic, and technical respiratory services while maintaining professional standards and patient care. The incumbent works within a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe and accessible health care across the region.
08/24/2026 Salary: As per MGEU Prof Tech Collective Agreement Find your rewarding career in a vibrant and diverse community within Southern Health-Santé Sud. Our organization is privileged to provide care for people at every point in their lives. Partnering with our communities, we provide safe, accessible and sustainable people-centered health care. We are proud to work in collaboration with all our partners within and throughout our diverse region: seven First Nations Communities, Francophone, Métis, Mennonite and Hutterite communities as well as a growing number of immigrants from all over the world. Be part of the Southern Health-Santé Sud team, who is rooted in what matters most. Join a region that offers a lifestyle like no other – a safe, peaceful, beautiful, fulfilling life for you and your family. Position Overview Under the general supervision of the Manager Health Services and/or designate, the incumbent provides therapeutic, diagnostic, technical and teaching respiratory therapy services consistent with discipline and professional standards while adhering to the employers’ mission, values and management philosophy. The Regional Respiratory Therapist (RRT) works to full scope of practice engages in ongoing education and maintains competency congruent with Southern Health-Santé Sud policies, Professional Standards of Practice, Manitoba Association of Registered Respiratory Therapist (MARRT), Code of Ethics, and the Regulated Health Professions Act.
The incumbent exercises the appropriate level of initiative and independent judgment in determining work priorities, work methods to be employed and action to be taken on unusual matters. The position functions in a manner that is consistent with the mission, vision and values; and the policies of Southern Health-Santé Sud. Experience
Recent and related clinical experience preferred.
Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)
Entry-to-practice academic credential in Respiratory Therapy from an accredited Canadian program or a MARRT approved equivalent, if internationally educated, is required.
Current registration with the MARRT required. Current registration/membership in the Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists (CSRT) is preferred. BLS - Provider, NRP, ACLS, PALS.
Qualifications: and Skills
Knowledge of Regulated Health Professions Act, Professional Standards of Practice, and Code of Ethics.
Given the cultural diversity of our region, the ability to respect and promote a culturally diverse population is required.
Proficiency of both official languages is essential for target and designated bilingual positions.
Demonstrated ability to respect confidentiality including paper, electronic formats and other mediums.
Good work and attendance record.
Requires a valid Class 5 driver’s license, an all-purpose insured vehicle and liability insurance of at least $1,000,000.00.
Demonstrated ability to meet the physical and mental demands of the job. No hazardous or significantly unpleasant conditions. May be required to work evenings, nights and weekends as necessary. Will be required to travel to other regional facilities as the position duties may require.
Market context
Manitoba’s allied-health market continues to value occupational therapists, especially in settings serving diverse and rural communities. These roles are competitive because employers often look for both registration with the College of Occupational Therapists of Manitoba and added strengths such as Indigenous language or cultural knowledge, plus current CPR certification. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then confirm your registration status and tailor your application to community-based experience.
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