Respiratory Therapist

ProResp, Inc; Central Ontario; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Ontario is seeking a full-time Respiratory Therapist. The role includes providing clinical expertise in respiratory therapies, ongoing patient education, and building relationships within the healthcare team. Candidates must be registered with CRTO and possess a valid Class G driver's license. This position offers competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Relocation incentive of $15,000

Competitive base salary

Comprehensive benefits including health and dental

Paid professional liability insurance

Company vehicle

3 weeks paid vacation

Paid on-call availability

Qualifications

• Registered with the CRTO required.
• Must have a valid Class G driver's license.
• Ongoing satisfactory vulnerable sector screening required.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory therapies to patients in the community.
• Educate patients on use and handling of equipment.
• Build relationships with patients and healthcare professionals.

Skills

Clinical expertise in respiratory therapies

Patient education skills

Active listening skills

Education

Registered with CRTO or eligible

Tools

CPAP and oxygen therapy equipment

Job description

Overview

Regulated Health Professional – Respiratory Therapist
Royal ProResp (Orillia, Ontario) – Full-time salaried employment
Monday-Friday, 9am - 5pm

Relocation incentive: Offering a $15,000 relocation incentive plus relocation expenses. This is a one-time incentive designed to bolster our team in the Barrie and Orillia region addressing a period of resource scarcity. Royal ProResp (serving the greater Barrie and Orillia region) is one of the largest operations in ProResp, providing a challenging scope of practice full of dynamic experiences within a supportive team environment.

ProResp Inc. is the largest Ontario-owned provider of home respiratory services, and the first to offer homecare services with the RRT as the primary healthcare provider. Today we continue our 44-year journey as homecare pioneers providing complex airway management and exceptional patient-centric respiratory care within communities. We promote a safe, inclusive, socially responsible environment where you will work collaboratively as part of a diverse team passionate about helping people breathe. Every employee at ProResp plays a part in assisting our patients in achieving their desired level of independence and quality of life. Please view our video to learn more about being a Respiratory Therapist at ProResp: https://tinyurl.com/2w5k222e

Duties

• Provide clinical expertise in the provision of respiratory therapies (oxygen, complex care and CPAP) to patients in the community, in a safe and effective manner.
• Provide ongoing patient education on safe use and handling of oxygen and respiratory therapy equipment; develop and support patient centered care plans; conduct thorough respiratory assessments.
• Build and nurture positive relationships with patients, their families and other health care professionals in the circle of care.
• Determine resource and visit requirements and funding eligibility necessary to maintain the highest standard of appropriate patient care; utilize effective assessment and active listening skills virtually, by phone, and in person.

Benefits and incentives

• Comprehensive package including: competitive base salary determined by experience; 3 weeks paid vacation to start (quickly moving to 4 weeks paid after 2 years); company vehicle including expenses; paid professional liability insurance; paid CRTO and RTSO registrations; annual performance and salary reviews; annual incentive payment program; company growth incentive program; comprehensive benefits including health and dental, disability, EAP, and pension plan; corporate cell phone; business casual environment with scrubs allowance; paid on-call availability and paid call-out time; relocation allowance consideration.

Additional information

• An organization committed to a patient-centric model of care.
• Reliable employment with consistent daytime business hours in an organization with over 40 years of steady growth; ongoing advancement opportunities.
• A positive, ethical and socially inclusive work environment that supports professional development and career advancement.
• Team-oriented environments with dedicated colleagues sharing your respiratory passion.
• A voice in employee surveys and open-door dialogue with all levels of management.

Business hours

• Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm
• Participation in the shared (paid) emergency on-call rotation.

Qualifications

• Registered (or able to register) with the CRTO. GRT status accepted.
• Must possess a valid, full Class G driver\'s license with a safe driving history.
• Ongoing satisfactory vulnerable sector screening required.
• Clean shaven where a respirator seals to the skin of the face or neck when the use of a N95 respirator is required during duties for worker protection.

This is a current and available opportunity with a growing, highly reputable organization. To learn more about our company please visit our website at www.proresp.com.

ProResp Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We will accommodate any needs under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Should any applicant require accommodation during recruiting, please contact Human Resources at 519-686-2615.