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Winnipeg hospitals face critical respiratory therapist shortages, with 25%-42% vacancies, 50 open roles, and 90,000 overtime hours over two years, risking patient safety.
Respiratory therapist staffing shortages in Winnipeg hospitals have reached dangerous levels, with vacancy rates between 25% and 42% at major facilities, leading to 50 open positions and excessive overtime—nearly 90,000 hours logged over two years.
Union leaders say current staffing fails to meet basic needs, causing burnout and operational crises, driven by retirements, staff leaving for non-clinical roles, and workplace culture issues.
The Manitoba Association of Health Care Professionals is urging the province to offer incentives like shift premiums and graduate support, and boost recruitment, as only 12 new graduates are expected in 2026.
The government has not responded.
Los hospitales de Winnipeg se enfrentan a una escasez crítica de terapeutas respiratorios, con un 25%-42% de vacantes, 50 roles abiertos y 90.000 horas extras en dos años, lo que pone en riesgo la seguridad del paciente.