Respiratory Therapist

University Health Network; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

University Health Network in Toronto is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide 24/7 respiratory therapy across ICUs, ED, ORs, PACU and Hyperbaric Medicine Unit. This permanent, full-time role offers diverse patient care in a high-acuity environment.

The successful candidate will have graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program, registration in Ontario, and experience in adult critical care; hyperbaric work experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
• Registration with the Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists.
• Registered with the College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario.
• Hyperbaric Medical Technologist (CHT) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assisting airway management and responding to cardiac/respiratory events.
• Administer specialty aerosolized and MDI medications.
• Serve as resource for nurses and allied health staff in Respiratory care.
• Teach patients the use of Respiratory Therapy equipment.
• Perform bedside diagnostics (spirometry, O2 sat, ABG) and manage oxygen therapy.
• Assist with bronchoscopies and ventilated patient care per protocols.

Skills

Critical care experience

Hyperbaric environment

Independent working

Respiratory therapy skills

Patient education

Airway management

Education

Graduation from accredited Respiratory Therapy program

Registration with the Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists

Registered with the College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario

Hyperbaric Medical Technologist (CHT) preferred

Job description

• Department: Allied Health and Hyperbaric Chamber
• Compensation: CAD 43.47 - CAD 54.34 - hourly

Company Description

UHN is Canada’s No. 1 hospital and the world’s No. 1 publicly funded hospital. With 10 sites and more than 44,000 TeamUHN members. UHN consists of Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, The Michener Institute of Education and West Park Healthcare Centre. As Canada's top research hospital, the scope of biomedical research and complexity of cases at UHN have made it a national and international source for discovery, education and patient care. UHN has the largest hospital-based research program in Canada, with major research in neurosciences, cardiology, transplantation, oncology, surgical innovation, infectious diseases, genomic medicine and rehabilitation medicine. UHN is a research hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto.

UHN’s vision is to build A Healthier World and its only because of the talented and dedicated people who work here that we are continually bringing that vision closer to reality.

Union:ONA
Number of Positions: 1
New or Replacement role:Replacement
Site:Toronto General Hospital
Department:Allied Health,Respiratory Therapy
Reports to: Manager, Allied Health
Salary: $43.47 - $54.34 per hour
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Shifts:Various (Days, Nights, Weekends)
Status: Permanent Full-Time
Closing Date:November 11, 2026

Position Summary

Respiratory Therapists provide respiratory therapy service 24/7 to patients in the Intensive Care Units, Emergency Department, Operating Rooms, Post Anesthetic Care Rooms, Wards and in other specialty areas such as the Hyperbaric Medicine Unit.

Duties

• assisting with airway management; responding to all cardiac and respiratory arrest, trauma; attending intra and inter-hospital transports of critically ill patients;
• administer specialty aerosolized and MDI medications;
• acting as a resource for the nurses, residents and allied health personnel in Respiratory/Airway related care;
• participating in teaching patients the use of Respiratory Therapy equipment for both hospital and home care use;
• performing diagnostic tests such as bedside spirometry, oxygen saturation, blood gas analysis, administering oxygen and other medical gas therapy;
• assist with bronchoscopies managing all ventilated patients according to departmental ventilation protocols; being an integral member of the healthcare team.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program
• Previous experience as a Respiratory Therapist in Adult Critical Care preferred
• Registration with the Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists
• Registered with the College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario
• Certified Hyperbaric Medical Technologist(CHT) preferred
• Ability to work in a Hyperbaric environment required and Hyperbaric Medicine experience preferred
• Ability to perform without direct supervision
• Commitment to personal and professional development

Additional Information

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.

• Competitive offer packages
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.com/ )
• Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
• A flexible work environment
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
• Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.

UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates.At University Health Network (UHN), artificial intelligence technologies may be used to assist in the screening, assessment, and selection of candidates for this position.
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UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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