Registered Respiratory Therapist, Centre for Respiratory Health - Part Time Regular - Markham S[...]

Oak Valley Health; Markham; On-site; Part time

Job summary

An established healthcare organization is seeking a dedicated Registered Respiratory Therapist to join their team. This part-time role involves delivering exceptional patient care and education, focusing on conditions such as asthma and COPD. You will initiate prescribed therapies, conduct assessments, and ensure patient compliance with treatment plans. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and critical thinking skills, along with a commitment to fostering a healthy and safe workplace. Join a team that values respect, trust, and compassion, and make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients in the community.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year post-graduate experience in a hospital setting.
• Current BCLS certification and strong technical skills required.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive patient care and education for respiratory therapy.
• Support the efficient function of respiratory therapy through assessments.

Skills

Communication Skills

Critical Thinking

Prioritization Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Technical Skills in Spirometry Testing

Pediatric Respiratory Assessment

Pulmonary Rehabilitation

Remote Care Monitoring

Smoking Cessation Training

Education

Completion of a recognized Respiratory Therapy Program

Current registration with the College of Respiratory Therapists

Evidence of continuing education and professional development

Tools

CPAP Therapy Equipment

Spirometry Testing Equipment

Job description

Registered Respiratory Therapist, Centre for Respiratory Health - Part Time Regular - Markham Stouffville Hospital

Apply locations

Markham, Ontario

Time type: Part time

Posted on: Posted 3 Days Ago

Job requisition id: JR102069

Please Note: If you are a current Oak Valley Health employee, apply to this job via the internal Workday application.

Land acknowledgment:

Oak Valley Health honours the traditional territory of the closest Indigenous communities, the Chippewas of Georgina Island and the Mississaugas of Scugog Island. The Haudenosaunee and Anishinaabe have lived, worked and existed on this land from time immemorial. This land is covered by Treaty 13 signed with the Mississaugas of the Credit, and the Williams Treaty signed with many Mississauga and Chippewa bands. We acknowledge that Indigenous Peoples were not asked to share their territory with settler populations and that we are all here as uninvited guests. We acknowledge and thank all generations of Indigenous Peoples across Turtle Island for their commitment, contributions, and protection of the land and its resources.

Who you are:

• You encompass Oak Valley Health’s core values and live the words of respect, trust, commitment, compassion and courage.
• You are a patient and/or client-centered individual who performs at an exemplary standard.
• You are a team player with excellent communication, critical thinking, and prioritization skills.

What we need:

As a member of our team, you will possess knowledge of Asthma, COPD, and sleep apnea and provide comprehensive patient care and education. In this role, the successful candidate will support the efficient function of respiratory therapy through initiation of prescribed CPAP therapy, performing assessments, educating patients in the use and knowledge of equipment/medications, and conducting follow-up to assess patient compliance and equipment performance. Maintaining workload, workflow and recording relevant statistics are key aspects of the clinic. A commitment for ongoing promotion of the clinic is required (i.e. increasing referrals and acquiring and maintaining educational material). In addition, you will develop and maintain relations with inpatient units.

You possess excellent interpersonal skills and have the ability to work independently as well as within a team and be flexible in meeting the needs of the clinic.

What you bring to the role:

• Completion of a recognized Respiratory Therapy Program.
• Current registration with the College of Respiratory Therapists.
• A minimum of 1 year post-graduate experience in a hospital setting.
• Certified Respiratory Educator preferred.
• Current BCLS.
• Strong technical skills in Spirometry testing.
• Experience in pediatric respiratory assessment and Pulmonary Rehabilitation.
• Experience with remote care monitoring (e.g., ViMos).
• Experience working effectively in a busy clinical environment.
• Smoking Cessation – TEACH Trained preferred.
• Evidence of continuing education and professional development.
• Demonstrated good attendance record with the ability to maintain this same standard.
• Demonstrates a commitment to a healthy and safe workplace for self and others (staff, patients, families, etc.) by taking all reasonable precautions and working in compliance with hospital-related policies, health and safety legislation and best practices and completing relevant mandatory education as required.

Work Schedule:

Days Monday to Wednesday weekly and biweekly Thursdays. Please note schedules may change due to operational needs.

Compensation:

Range: $39.17 - $51.09

Who we are:

Oak Valley Health is one of Ontario’s leading community healthcare organizations. Across our two hospital sites (Markham and Uxbridge), a Reactivation Care Centre (RCC), a Community Health Centre (CHC), and Hospital-to-Home programs, we provide high quality, patient-centred care to more than 468,000 patients each year. We offer diagnostic and emergency services and deliver clinical programs in acute care medicine and surgery, addictions and mental health, and childbirth and children’s services. We are also proud to be part of the Eastern York Region North Durham Ontario Health Team (OHT).

Our 542 physicians, 35 midwives, over 3,000 staff and 1,000 volunteers serve patients and families with an Honoured to Care mindset, and are focused on delivering an extraordinary patient experience to the residents of Markham, Whitchurch-Stouffville, Uxbridge and beyond. We are dedicated to providing access to the right care, at the right time, in the right place by the right people and at the right cost.

Oak Valley Health Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging statement

Oak Valley Health takes pride in serving some of Canada’s most diverse communities. We are committed to fostering an environment of equity and inclusivity where every person can work and receive care safely, openly and honestly. All qualified applicants will receive consideration and we encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, members of LGBTQ2+ communities, members of racialized groups, persons with disabilities, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of Oak Valley Health. Furthermore, Oak Valley Health is committed to meeting the needs of all individuals in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Should you require accommodations during the recruitment and selection process, please contact Human Resources.

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