Registered Respiratory Therapist

University Health Network • Toronto, ON

6h • CA$38 - CA$53 • Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) is responsible for providing comprehensive respiratory assessments and management plans for patients with respiratory conditions. Our RRTs are front-line healthcare providers who provide respiratory therapy service 24/7 and work within multiple interdisciplinary teams throughout the Centre.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited program for Respiratory Therapy
• Current registration with the College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario (CRTO).
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) certification is required.
• Membership in CSRT/RTSO
• Excellent communication, critical thinking and interpersonal skills
• Excellent time management and prioritization skills as they relate to patient care and ventilation management
• 1 to 2 years of related experience
• Ability to work in an interdisciplinary healthcare team environment
• Ability to work without direct supervision
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and ongoing professional development
• Delivers care with a patient-focused approach
• Competent in a variety of computer skills including electronic medical record documentation

Nice To Haves

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) is preferred
• Experience in Pulmonary function testing (PFT) is an asset

Responsibilities

• Care and management of mechanically ventilated patients with a tracheostomy in accordance with Centre’s guidelines and policies
• Airway management
• Tracheostomy tube management and oxygen therapy assessments/management
• Identifies and addresses the educational needs of patients and families
• Provides patient care in accordance with all professional and organizational Standards
• Responsible to perform arterial blood gas sampling and analysis
• Provide clinical leadership during a Code Blue
• The RRTs will participate in student supervision, providing education and training to external partners.
• RRTs are required to work a flexible schedule (days, evenings, nights and weekends)

Benefits

• Competitive offer packages
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
• A flexible work environment
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
• Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree