Req ID: Various Sites and Community:based Locations Throughout Nova Scotia Services and Programs Throughout Nova Scotia Health Type of Employment: Permanent, Assignments, and Casual Relief Opportunities Available Union:Healthcare Bargaining Unit, Constituent Union Based on Location Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We're on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing, and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres, and community:based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high:quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators, and creative thinkers today. Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our beautiful province. We believe theres a place here for everyone to call home, from vibrant cities with exuberant nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work:life balance that comes with a Nova Scotia Health role means youll have the time to explore, discover, and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle. Visit us today and check outnovascotiato see why more people from across the globe are moving here. About the Opportunity Nova Scotia Health is hiring the next generation of Respiratory Therapists. To accomplish this, we are hiring new graduates of accredited Respiratory Therapy programs. Nova Scotia Health is committed to providing you with the challenge and opportunity you are looking for as a new Respiratory Therapist. Respiratory Therapists have the responsibility for the initiation and management of mechanical ventilation (life support) and also act as an expert of advanced airway management in all areas of the institution. They deliver and manage the administration of oxygen and other compressed gasses, aerosolized medications and high humidity therapies. They also perform and interpret related pulmonary diagnostic testing. Respiratory Therapists act as part of the multidisciplinary health care team to help achieve physician goals for patients cardiorespiratory status, and assess, plan, deliver and evaluate the effectiveness of respiratory care and airway management for patients. What We Offer : Signing bonus of 5000 for a one:year return of serviceor up to 10,000 for a two:year return of service if a position is accepted in one of our hard:to:fill units : Up to 5000 in relocation expenses : Competitive compensation : Extensive health and dental benefits : Enrollment in the Provincial Pension Plan : Variety of available shifts : Continuous Clinical Education and Support : Opportunity for advancement within the organization About You We would love to hear from you if you have the following: : Upcoming graduate or graduate of an accredited school of respiratory therapy and eligible for licensing with the Nova Scotia College of Respiratory Therapists : Effective communication skills : Must be adaptable and flexible to adjust to the changing needs of the service and the program/facility Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications. Hours : Various permanent, assignments (temporary), casual relief (no guarantee of hours), and opportunities available in various locations throughout Nova Scotia : Shifts may include days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays Compensation : Graduate Respiratory Therapist : 31.94 per hour : Licensed Respiratory Therapist : 34.92 per hour after you provide proof of your active:practicing license with the Nova Scotia College of Respirat