Respiratory Therapist

Grand River Hospital; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Ontario seeks a part-time Respiratory Therapist. The role involves providing respiratory therapy services at multiple sites, requiring collaboration with teams and the ability to work flexibly. The successful candidate will have critical care experience and relevant certifications, contributing to the safety and support of patients and staff.

Benefits

Thorough onboarding and orientation program

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Access to Ongoing Education Fund

Career mentorship

Wellness programs

Qualifications

• Good attendance record.
• Recent critical care experience required.
• Dependable and reliable.

Responsibilities

• Duties as assigned by the Professional Lead/Manager.
• Contributes to ensuring a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors.
• May require travel between the KW and Freeport Sites.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Education

B.C.L.S.

N.R.P.

Member of the College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario

Job description

At Grand River Hospital we are building a world class health care system supporting healthier lives for the communities we serve. We value people above all else and the experiences of our patients and their families, our team members, and our partners are at the very top of our agenda.

Through our values of CARE; TRUST AND BE TRUSTWORTHY; COURAGE TO START, HEART TO FINISH and WELCOME ONE TO WELCOME ALL we leverage the collective talents and strengths of our GRH team, our community, and our partners to innovate and accelerate the transformation of health care delivery.

We currently have an opportunity for a part-time Respiratory Therapist in Respiratory Therapy.

How Respiratory Therapist support our teams at Grand River Hospital:

Duties as assigned by the Professional Lead/Manager within the scope of practice of respiratory therapists in the various programs and services of GRH that utilize respiratory therapy services at the KW and Freeport Sites. Some travel between the two sites of GRH may be required if needed. Contributes to ensuring there is a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors.

At Grand River Hospital, The Respiratory Therapist

• Member in good standing of the College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario;
• B.C.L.S., and N.R.P. required
• Recent critical care experience required;
• Good interpersonal, communication and critical thinking/problem solving skills required;
• Demonstrated organizational and prioritization skills with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment;
• Flexible, positive and progressive professional attitude required;
• Willing to participate actively in staff development, training and orientation/mentoring activities for RT students, staff and nursing staff;
• Dependable and reliable with a good attendance record required.
• Good attendance record .
  
  

At Grand River Hospital we support our Team Members with:

• A thorough onboarding and orientation program
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Access to our Ongoing Education Fund
• Career mentorship
• Wellness programs
  
  

As part of our commitment to the health and safety of our patients, staff and community from COVID-19, subject to any accommodation required by applicable human rights legislation, Grand River Hospital requires that all staff have received all required doses of a COVID-19 vaccine approved by Health Canada.

APPLICATIONS WILL BE RECEIVED UNTIL THE POSTING IS CLOSED.

Please include a resume with your application in order to ensure that your qualifications are appropriately considered in the hiring process.

Grand River Hospital is committed to fair and equitable employment and in our recruitment and selection practices. We strongly believe in inclusion and diversity within our organization, and welcome all applicants including, but not limited to: racialized communities, all religions and ethnicities, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, Indigenous people, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of our Hospital community. We are committed to providing and fostering a respectful workplace for all employees, free from violence and harassment. Grand River Hospital is a proud member of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion (CCDI).

Upon individual request, the hospital will endeavour to remove any barrier to the hiring process to accommodate candidates, including those with disabilities. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview or selection processes, please contact Human Resources in advance for assistance.