Respiratory Therapist - 13108

Penn Highlands Healthcare; St. Marys; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility in St. Marys, Ontario, is seeking a skilled Respiratory Therapist to administer respiratory therapy and life support to patients. The ideal candidate should be licensed and have good communication skills, along with a commitment to customer service. Competitive compensation and professional development opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation based on experience

Professional Development

Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits

Generous Paid Time Off

403(b) retirement plan with company match

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Qualifications

• Have 1 year of respiratory therapy experience (preferred).
• Be RRT or eligible for registration with RRT (1 year to obtain license).
• Have ability to pass PA Child Abuse History Clearance.
• Have ability to pass Criminal Background Check.

Responsibilities

• Administer respiratory therapy care and life support to patients.
• Perform all critical care duties without supervision.
• Act in a supervisory capacity when the supervisor is not available.

Skills

Respiratory therapy experience

Ability to follow directions/procedures

Good communication skills

Commitment to customer service

Team player

Education

Respiratory Therapist license or Temporary Practice Permit

Tools

CPR/BLS certification

ACLS certification

Job description

AS A RESPIRATORY THERAPIST, you’ll be responsible for administering respiratory therapy care and life support to patients with deficiencies and abnormalities of cardiopulmonary system, under the supervision of a physician and by prescription. The Respiratory Therapist performs all critical care duties without supervision and acts in a supervisory capacity when the supervisor is not available.

Qualifications

• Have Respiratory Therapist license or Temporary Practice Permit
• Have 1 year of respiratory therapy experience (preferred)
• Be RRT or eligible for registration with RRT (1 year to obtain license)
• Have CPR/BLS certification or will obtain within 6 months
• Have ACLS or will obtain within 6 months
• Have ability to follow directions/procedures
• Have good communication skills
• Have a commitment to customer service
• Have ability to pass PA Child Abuse History Clearance
• Have ability to pass Criminal Background Check
• Be a team player
  
  

What We Offer

• Competitive Compensation based on experience
• Shift & Weekend Pay Differentials
• Professional Development
• Supportive and Experienced Peers
  
  

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision offered the first of the month after your start date
• Generous Paid Time Off
• 403(b) retirement plan with company match
• Company paid short & long-term disability coverage
• Company paid and voluntary life insurance
• Flex Spending Account
• 25% discount on services at all Penn Highlands Healthcare facilities
• PH Elk Cafeteria Discount
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health & Wellness Programs