Critical Care Respiratory Therapist

St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Ontario is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to evaluate and treat patients while managing cardiopulmonary function. The ideal candidate will possess a diploma in Respiratory Therapy and be registered with the College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario. Responsibilities include ventilator management, patient assessments, and collaboration with healthcare teams in critical care settings.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a recognized college of Respiratory Therapists.
• Regulated Health Professional with the College of Respiratory Therapists.
• Basic Life Support and Advanced Cardiac Life Support certifications.

Responsibilities

• Manage ventilated patients through protocols and directives.
• Perform airway management including intubation.
• Conduct patient assessments and develop treatment plans.

Skills

Ventilator management

Airway management

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Education

3 year diploma in Respiratory Therapy

Registered with the College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario

Tools

Arterial line equipment

Ventilators

Job description

A healthcare provider in Ontario is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to evaluate and treat patients while managing cardiopulmonary function. The ideal candidate will possess a diploma in Respiratory Therapy and be registered with the College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario. Responsibilities include ventilator management, patient assessments, and collaboration with healthcare teams in critical care settings.