Req ID: Location: Various Sites and Community:based Locations Throughout Nova Scotia Department:Services and Programs Throughout Nova Scotia Health Type of Employment: Permanent, Assignments, and Casual Relief Opportunities Available Union:Based on Bargaining Unit and Constituent Union/Non:Union Position 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. Recruitment Incentives Successful candidates may be eligible for up to 10,000 signing bonus and up to 5,000 of relocation assistance with a defined Return of Service contract. About the Opportunity Nova Scotia Health is hiring Respiratory Therapists across the province. 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. There may be other Respiratory Therapy duties such as patient or staff education sessions. Our Respiratory Therapists are offered continuous clinical education and support along with many opportunities for advancement within the organization. About You We would love to hear from you if you have the following: stylemargin:bottom:11.0px: : Upcoming Graduate OR Graduate of a recognized School of Respiratory Therapy : Must be eligible or currently hold/maintainregistration with the Nova Scotia College of Respiratory Therapists Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications Hours and Location : Various permanent, assignments (temporary), and casual relief (no guarantee of hours), opportunities available in various locations throughout Nova Scotia. : Variety of available shifts: may include days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays : You will be asked to specify your location preferencein the screening questions that follow once you click Apply now : Travel to other sites may be required Compensation and Benefits stylemargin:bottom:11.0px: : 34.92 : 44.88 Hourly Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long:term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan. Once Youve Applied Thank you for your interest in this position.A Recruiter will reach o