Registered Respiratory Therapist

Description

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Job Overview:

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.

Accountabilities:

• Care and management of mechanically ventilated patients with a tracheostomy in accordance with Centre’s guidelines and policies
• Experience in Pulmonary function testing (PFT) is an asset
• 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)

Qualifications:

• Current registration with the College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario (CRTO).
• Graduate of an accredited program for Respiratory Therapy
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) certification is required. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) is preferred
• 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

West Park Healthcare Centre employees are required to be fully vaccinated as a condition of hire in accordance with the hospital’s COVID-19 Immunization Policy. Accommodations to this requirement under the Ontario Human Rights Code may be available subject to supporting evidence.

At West Park Healthcare Centre, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment, an important part of living our brand. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community. 

Our accessible employment practices are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Should you require accommodation during any phase of the recruitment process, please indicate this in your cover letter. For further assistance please contact the Human Resources Department at recruitment@westpark.org or call (416) 243-3600 extension 4637.

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