Company: IWK Health Req ID: 222857 Department/Program: Respiratory Therapy, Children's Medical Care Location: Halifax Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100% FTE) x 1 position(s) Start Date: ASAP Union Status: NSGEU Healthcare, Healthcare Bargaining Unit Compensation: $33.5559 – $50.0191 per hour Closing Date: Open Until Filled (Applications are accepted until 23:59 Atlantic Time) Successful external applicants may be eligible to receive a one-time Signing Bonus of up to $10,000. A Return of Service will be required for a two‑year period. Successful external candidates may also be eligible for relocation assistance of up to $5,000 for those who qualify.

The Prospect Registered Respiratory

Therapists (RRTs) are highly skilled healthcare professionals who provide quality care to patients—from neonatal to adult—experiencing respiratory or cardiorespiratory‑related illnesses. Respiratory therapists work in all care areas and are heavily relied upon by physicians and allied health professionals to provide advanced, life‑sustaining treatments in a family‑centered approach. Hours of Work Rotating shifts, 11.25 hours, as per self‑scheduling guidelines.

Your Qualifications

Registered or eligible to be registered with the Nova Scotia Regulator of Respiratory Therapy (NSRRT).



Completed the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada Basic Life Support (BLS) program. Graduated from a Respiratory Therapist program.

NRP, PALS, and ACLS certifications required within the last 12 months or currently enrolled. Demonstrated clinical and technical competence in a Neonatal/Pediatric/Adult setting. Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to work independently.

Demonstrated competence in communication, interpersonal relations, problem‑solving, computer applications, and innovation. Demonstrated ability to stay current in therapeutic and technological advances in respiratory care.

Competencies in other languages are an asset. This is a Healthcare bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining‑unit employees for unionized positions. Successful applicants changing unions, bargaining units, or employment status are advised to seek clarification regarding seniority, benefits, and vacation entitlements before accepting the position.

An offer of employment is conditional upon the completion and satisfactory results of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials. Internal applicants should apply through the internal careers page to ensure they are flagged as an internal applicant.

📌 Respiratory Therapist, Respiratory Therapy (Signing Bonus and Relocation Assistance) (Halifax Regional Municipality)
🏢 IWK Health
📍 Halifax Regional Municipality