2500001227 - Registered Respiratory Therapist

Lakeridge Health; Oshawa; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Registered Respiratory Therapist to join their team. This role involves assessing patients' respiratory needs and providing essential therapies, including home oxygen and CPAP. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in respiratory therapy, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to patient care. Join a supportive environment where your expertise will make a significant impact on patients' lives. This part-time position offers flexible scheduling and the chance to work with a collaborative team focused on delivering high-quality healthcare services.

Qualifications

• Current registration with the College of Respiratory Therapy of Ontario.
• Experience in CPAP therapy and Home Oxygen Program is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients' medical needs for oxygen therapy and arrange prescriptions.
• Provide training on home oxygen therapy equipment to clients and families.

Skills

Patient Assessment

CPAP Therapy

Oxygen Therapy

Customer Service

Effective Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Diploma in Respiratory Therapy

University Degree

Tools

Oximetry Equipment

Arterial Blood Gas Testing Equipment

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OPSEU

OPSEU

Job Title: Registered Respiratory Therapist

Status: Regular Part Time

Department: Community Respiratory Services

Program: Business Development

8 Hour Shifts; Days, Evenings and Weekends Schedule (Subject to Change)

Location: Lakeridge Health Oshawa

Wage Schedule: $38.350 - $53.280 per hour

Posting Reference: 2500001227

Duties And Responsibilities

The Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) will provide a wide range of therapeutic and technical duties in support of operations of Community Respiratory Services (CRS). The primary function of the role is to assess patients to determine their medical needs and therapeutic requirements as associated with the provision of home oxygen therapy, respiratory device therapies and PAP therapy.

The therapist will possess a thorough knowledge and understanding of chronic and acute respiratory disorders, respiratory interventions, diagnostic procedures and devices related to sleep apnea and oxygen therapy. The Respiratory Therapist will be able to assist the clients in optimizing their CPAP and oxygen therapy equipment for the management of their disorder.

The Respiratory Therapist will oversee all technical and therapeutic system requirements associated with the Home Oxygen/Assistive Devices (HOP/ADP) Programs, including home/portable/emergency oxygen systems, continuous positive airway pressure/auto-titrating positive airway pressure/bi-level positive airway pressure (CPAP/APAP/BiPAP) systems. The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for the intake and reporting of Adverse Drug Reactions related to the Oxygen DIN 02219719 as per the Health Canada Good Pharmacovigilance Practices.

• Provide excellent customer service to home oxygen and CPAP clients
• Assess the client's medical needs and determine the appropriateness of the oxygen therapy prescription at rest, sleep, and with exertion; and if necessary, arrange for appropriate order by referring physician
• Assess the client's medical needs and determine the appropriateness of the oxygen therapy delivery systems; and if necessary, arrange for alternative oxygen delivery systems that meet the client's medical needs
• Provide expertise and any necessary training and education to the client, family, and caregivers on how to operate and use home oxygen therapy and the oxygen delivery systems in a safe manner, and how to avoid the risks from improper use of home oxygen therapy and the oxygen delivery systems
• Perform oximetry studies and arterial blood gas testing for the purpose of confirming medical eligibility, as prescribed by the physician
• Review and assist clients to complete the Home Oxygen Program application
• Document assessments, prescriptions, and patient care plans; and communicate findings with referring physician
• Provide expertise and any necessary training and education to the client, family, and caregivers on how to operation of CPAP/APAP/BiPAP delivery systems
• Initiate CPAP, APAP, and/or BiPAP therapy as prescribed by a physician
• Assess and properly fit CPAP, APAP and BiPAP interfaces
• Clean and maintain loaner CPAP/APAP/BiPAP systems
• Provide expertise and any necessary training and education to the client, family, and caregivers tracheostomy equipment
• Maintain corporate vehicles
• Provide excellent customer service by assisting with managing client flow through public locations, assisting clients with supplies, answer client questions, answer phone calls, receive and deliver messages, facsimiles as required
• Additional duties as assigned in accordance with the OPSEU Collective Agreement
  
  

Qualifications

• Diploma in Respiratory Therapy
• University degree an asset
• Current registration with the College of Respiratory Therapy of Ontario
• Current BCLS
• Clear vulnerable screening check
• Incident free drivers abstract
• Certified Respiratory Educator an asset
• Experience in CPAP therapy an asset
• Experience in the Home Oxygen Program an asset
• Demonstrated to be an extremely motivated individual with the ability to work independently and in an inter-collaborative team environment
• Proven problem solving and teaching skills
• Demonstrated organizational skills with the ability to prioritize workload requirement
• Proven sound judgment and good observation skills
• Previous clinical experience as asset
• Knowledge of compressed gases and safe handling of gases
• Knowledge of medical terminology, preferably related to respiratory therapy and practices
• Effective communication skills both verbal and written while interacting with all staff, patients, families and organizations in the community
• Ability to work productively despite distractions and interruptions with minimal supervision
• Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy;
• Must have a satisfactory performance record;
• Demonstrated understanding of commitment to Lakeridge Health's comprehensive safety programs and practice including staff safety, patient's safety and environmental safety.
  
  

Conditions Of Employment

The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the Collective Agreement between the Hospital and OPSEU Local 348.

Successful External applicants must provide a satisfactory Criminal Investigation Reference for the vulnerable sector, dated within the past six (6) months.

Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) . Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.

At Lakeridge Health we value inclusion and diversity. We are committed to fostering a culture that is respectful, inclusive and accessible and to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse community we provide services to. As an equal opportunity employer we welcome applications from all qualified applicants.

Lakeridge Health is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment and to preventing the transmission of COVID 19 infections among Lakeridge Health team members and our patients. New Lakeridge Health team members will be required to provide proof of full vaccination for COVID-19 during their Post-offer/Pre-employment Health Assessment, subject to any exemptions recognized under the Ontario Human Rights code.

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