0000044752 - RESPIRATORY THERAPIST, FT

Niagara Health; Niagara Falls; On-site; CAD 57,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Niagara Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist at the Niagara Falls site to support critical care and outpatient respiratory services. The role will involve mechanical ventilation, non-invasive ventilation, and advanced procedures for adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients.

The incumbent rotates across Niagara Health sites, maintaining high professional standards and compassionate patient care. Requires Ontario licensure and relevant certifications (BCLS/ACLS/NRP; PALS preferred).

Qualifications

• General license with the College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario is mandatory.
• Graduate of a recognized Respiratory Therapy program.
• Two years related clinical experience working as a Respiratory Therapist in the past five years preferred.
• Current BCLS and ACLS certification.
• Current NRP Certification.
• PALS certification preferred.
• Demonstrated proficiency performing arterial line insertion and IV insertion.
• Evidence of continuing education.
• Applies knowledge, skills, judgement and competencies required for safe, independent and inter-disciplinary practice by meeting professional practice standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform respiratory therapeutics, including mechanical ventilation and non-invasive ventilation.
• Work in critical care areas and rotate between Niagara Health sites.
• Provide outpatient respiratory therapeutics, such as pulmonary function testing.
• Maintain safety and quality standards in patient care and collaborate with the healthcare team.
• Demonstrate compassion, professionalism and respect in all interactions.

Skills

Respiratory Therapy

ACLS

BCLS

NRP

PALS

Critical care

Pediatric/Neonatal care

Education

Graduate of Respiratory Therapy program

Tools

Computers

Job description

VACANCY DETAILS

VACANCY NUMBER: 44752PS

JOB TITLE: RESPIRATORY THERAPIST, FT

STATUS: FULL TIME

DEPARTMENT: REGIONAL RESPIRATORY THERAPY

LOCATION: NIAGARA FALLS SITE

HOURS OF WORK: 75 HOURS PER PAY PERIOD

POSTING DATE: 22 OCTOBER 2026

CLOSING DATE: 28 OCTOBER 2026

UNION: ONTARIO PUBLIC SERVICE EMPLOYEE'S UNION

WAGE RANGE: $41.15 to $58.98

POSITION OBJECTIVE:

Working to promote excellence, quality patient/client care and high professional standards, the Respiratory Therapist will be responsible for performing respiratory therapeutics, will work in critical care areas; perform mechanical ventilation, non-invasive ventilation and advanced respiratory procedures within the adult, pediatric and neonatal population. They will also be responsible for performing outpatient respiratory therapeutics, such as pulmonary function testing. The objective of the Respiratory Therapist is to provide safe and competent care through the application of practical knowledge, the technical aspects of professional practice and the demonstration of compassion, professionalism and respect. The incumbent will perform all other relevant duties assigned to ensure the efficient operation of the unit to which s/he is assigned. The successful candidate will rotate between all Niagara Health Sites.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• General license with the College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario is mandatory
• Graduate of a recognized Respiratory Therapy program
• Two years related clinical experience working as a Respiratory Therapist in the past five years preferred
• Ability to work to the full scope of practice as a Respiratory Therapist as outlined by the College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario
• Current BCLS and ACLS certification
• Current NRP Certification
• PALS certification preferred
• Demonstrated proficiency performing advanced procedures such as arterial line insertion and IV insertion
• Evidence of continuing education
• Applies knowledge, skills, judgement and competencies required for safe, independent and inter-disciplinary practice by meeting professional practice standards as outlined by the College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario and related professional associations
• Applied Niagara Health values and professional practice standards to patient/client care and service
• Integrates reflection, critical thinking, education, expanded scope of practice and relevant practical experience in problem solving
• Working knowledge of computers
• Consistent and regular attendance required

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