RRT- Respiratory Therapy WLMH

Hamilton Health Sciences•Hamilton, ON

14h•Onsite

About The Position

The RRT supports the care and management of patients requiring invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilation. Other responsibilities include advanced neonatal resuscitation and newborn airway management, oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy, and ABGS; assisting patients with their pre/post tracheotomy care and needs; liaising with the medical specialists. The RRT will provide respiratory therapy assessments, therapy discharge and care plans. The RRT is also a key member of the Code Blue team. The RRT will be required to attend patient and program meetings as well as communicate with appropriate home care vendors/clients. The Respiratory Therapist will work autonomously, make decisions and apply judgement in their day-to-day work. Acts as resource to the cardio-respiratory department. The RRT utilizes a multidisciplinary and collaborative team approach dedicated to the principles of patient and family centered care.

Requirements

Graduate from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program
Current General Certificate of Registration with the College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario (CRTO) and in good standing
Successful completion of the Canadian Board of Respiratory Care (CBRC) exam
Valid BCLS and ACLS certifications
Valid NRP certification
Experience in respiratory rehabilitation; invasive and non-invasive ventilation and oxygen therapy and the application of the ADP forms with The Ministry of Health and Long Term Care
Recent experience in Adult Respiratory Care in advanced airway secretion clearance techniques and difficult airway management within the last 3 years.
Recent experience within an adult critical care setting within the last 3 years
Recent experience in Neonatal airway management and pediatric airway management within the last 3 years
Demonstrated proficiency in adult oral endotracheal intubation, adult arterial blood gas sampling, and adult tracheostomy management and care
Demonstrated knowledge of the respiratory care, support and critical care management of adult critical care patients
Demonstrated knowledge and maintenance of respiratory, resuscitation and anesthesia related equipment
Demonstrated leadership and coordinator skills in a fast paced environment
Demonstrated creativity and innovation in the delivery of patient care
Demonstrated excellent skills in communication, organization and interaction with multiple health care team members and an understanding of other programs within HHS
Demonstrated commitment to family centered care

Nice To Haves

Post graduate education/certification in Asthma Education and/or COPD
Post graduate education/certification in Intensive Smoking Cessation

Responsibilities

Supports the care and management of patients requiring invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilation.
Provides advanced neonatal resuscitation and newborn airway management.
Administers oxygen therapy and aerosol therapy.
Performs ABGS (Arterial Blood Gases).
Assists patients with pre/post tracheotomy care and needs.
Liaises with medical specialists.
Provides respiratory therapy assessments, therapy discharge, and care plans.
Serves as a key member of the Code Blue team.
Attends patient and program meetings.
Communicates with appropriate home care vendors/clients.
Works autonomously, making decisions and applying judgment in day-to-day work.
Acts as a resource to the cardio-respiratory department.
Utilizes a multidisciplinary and collaborative team approach dedicated to patient and family-centered care.
Provides respiratory therapy assessments and related education for patients, caregivers, allied health professionals, and physicians.