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Regina, Saskatchewan

Respiratory Therapist Diploma Senior

Respiratory Therapist 8.0 Work-LifeFull-Time

Listed compensation

$86.8K - $105.9K

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Employment & setting
Full-Time
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
Not specified
Posted 6mo ago

Job Description

Position #: 9010569 (V51740)

Expected Start Date: March 31, 2026

Union: HSAS

Facility: Primary Health Care North Network

City/Town: Regina

Department: Prov PHC Program Coordination

Type: Full-time temporary

Expected Up to Date: March 31, 2027

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days

Hours of Work: 8 hour shifts

Relief: No

Float: No

Field Hours: No

Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Respiratory Therapist - Diploma Senior $41.739 to $50.916

Travel Required: Yes

Job Description: Reporting to the Provincial Director of Primary Health Care, the Senior Respiratory Therapist is responsible for supporting the quality and education of spirometry testing across the province. This role plays a key part in provincial quality assurance efforts, contributing to the oversight, evaluation, and continuous improvement of spirometry practices to ensure consistent, high‑quality respiratory care. The Senior Respiratory Therapist also provides coaching, mentoring, and guidance to staff performing spirometry within an interdisciplinary team environment. "Preference for this position will be given to HSAS members in accordance with the terms and conditions of the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement"

Human Resources Exemption: No

Education

  • A graduate of an education program approved by the Saskatchewan College of Respiratory Therapists (SCRT) at a Respiratory Therapy school accredited by the Council on Accreditation for Respiratory Therapy Education in Canada, or a program deemed equivalent by the SCRT.
  • Successful completion of a Respiratory Therapist registration examination administered by the Canadian Board for Respiratory Care, or an examination deemed equivalent by the SCRT.

Licenses

  • A registered member in good standing with the SCRT in accordance with the SCRT regulatory by-laws.

Experience

  • Community care experience an asset.
  • Experience in adult education an asset.
  • Minimum two years related clinical experience in specialty area.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Demonstrated knowledge, experience and/or training in all aspects of the position duties.
  • Proven communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work well with others, as well as independently under pressure or in emergency situations.
  • Demonstrated judgement skills, capable of taking initiative and flexible attitude.
  • Proven ability to work collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to accept and implement change.

Other Information

  • Certification in BCLS.
  • Certification in Asthma and COPD education preferred
  • Must possess a valid driver's license and a vehicle available for work usage (travel allowance is provided as per the collective agreement).
  • For more information on the city of Regina please visit https://www.regina.ca/

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred.

Applicants must upload all relevant documents (ex: certificates, diplomas, proof of enrollment, licenses and/or memberships) relating to the qualifications of the position.  By submitting your application, you consent to your application history and talent profile being shared with Human Resources and the applicable hiring team.

Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Those being interviewed are required to bring a valid Criminal Record Check (CRC) to the interview; it must be dated within six (6) months and include a vulnerable sector search.

> We work together to improve our health and well-being. Every day. For > everyone.

> We are committed to building a representative, diverse, inclusive, and > culturally responsive workforce.

> We are committed to the Truth and Reconciliation Commissions Calls to Action.

> We work in the spirit of truth and reconciliation, acknowledging Saskatchewan > as the traditional territory of First Nations and Métis People.

Please note:  Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered.

Key Responsibilities

The Senior Respiratory Therapist supports the quality and education of spirometry testing across the province, focusing on provincial quality assurance, oversight, evaluation, and continuous improvement of spirometry practices. This role also involves providing coaching, mentoring, and guidance to staff performing spirometry within an interdisciplinary team setting.

Requirements

Candidates must be graduates of an SCRT-approved Respiratory Therapy program and successfully pass the required registration examination, maintaining good standing with the SCRT. A minimum of two years of related clinical experience in a specialty area is required, with community care and adult education experience being assets.

Qualifications

Education
High school
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Interdisciplinary TeamworkJudgmentFlexibilityChange ImplementationAsthma Education

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Respiratory Therapist Diploma Senior at Health Careers In Sask.ca a 8.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 5% in Respiratory Therapy — ranked against 3,612 active Respiratory Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc.

Respiratory Therapy Career Context

Of the 40 active Respiratory Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 3% are remote, 73% have no call, 50% require no weekends.

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