Respiratory Therapist (Full-time Interim)

Lake of the Woods District Hospital; Kenora; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider as a Respiratory Therapist, where your expertise in oxygen therapy and respiratory care will make a significant impact on patient health. This role offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment, providing essential assessments and treatments to maintain and restore ventilation. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including a defined benefit pension plan, customizable health and dental plans, and wellness initiatives. If you are passionate about respiratory therapy and committed to making a difference, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan

Pay in lieu of vacation

Customizable health and dental plans

Access to staff physiotherapy

Onsite gym

Employee Assistance Program

Staff wellness initiatives

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy Program is essential.
• Current registration with CRTO and certifications in BCLS required.

Responsibilities

• Provide oxygen therapy and monitor cardio/respiratory equipment.
• Assess and treat cardio/respiratory disorders to restore ventilation.

Skills

Excellent verbal communication skills

Cooperative and positive professional attitude

Anesthesia technology competency

Knowledge of Indigenous culture

Education

Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy Program

Current registration with the College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario

Current certification in BCLS

Current certification in ACLS, PALS and NRP (preferred)

Job description

Competition Number: 2024-NON-018

Job Type: Full-time Interim

Hours: 1.00 FTE

Classification: RESPT

Department: Respiratory Services

Salary: $42.4549 to $51.3774 per hour
As per CUPE LOCAL 3634 Collective Agreement

Closing Date: Ongoing until filled

Description

The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for providing oxygen therapy, cardio/respiratory equipment monitoring, and the assessment and treatment of cardio/respiratory and associated disorders to maintain or restore ventilation and for diagnostic procedures related to these techniques.

Why Work with LWDH? In this position, there are many benefits to joining our team:

• Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan enrolment, one of Canada’s largest defined benefit pension plans that includes inflation protections, survivor benefits, buyback options, and early retirement
• Pay in lieu of vacation and benefits provided
• A third party partnered, self-directed and initiated benefits package through Health Care Providers (HCP) Group Insurance is provided that includes customizable health and dental plans, life insurance, long-term disability benefits (LTD), and accidental death, disease and dismemberment (ADD&D) based on package eligibility
• Access to staff physiotherapy, onsite gym, Employee Assistance Program, staff wellness initiatives, and much more!

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy Program
• Current registration with the College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario (CRTO)
• Current certification in BCLS and demonstrated ongoing competency and annual recertification
• Demonstrates competency in anesthesia technology
• Demonstrates a cooperative and positive professional attitude
• Able to work with minimal supervision
• Maintains effective inter-professional working relationships
• Demonstrates excellent verbal communication skills
• Willing and able to participate in 24/7 on-call schedule
• Reliable attendance record
• Knowledgeable of Indigenous culture
• Current certification in ACLS, PALS and NRP preferred