Respiratory Therapist PT 2026-6907

Cambridge Memorial Hospital; Cambridge; On-site; CAD 53,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Cambridge Memorial Hospital is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to join our critical care and pulmonary diagnostic teams. You will lead adult, pediatric and neonatal ventilation support, perform ABG sampling, arterial line insertions and assist in bronchoscopy, delivering high-quality patient care.

The role requires current Ontario RRT status, BCLS, and experience in acute care. You will work within a collaborative, patient-centred environment and participate in emergency and transfer

Qualifications

• Member in good standing with the College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario.
• Current CSRT and Respiratory Therapy Society of Ontario memberships.
• Current BCLS certificate.
• Experience in Critical and Acute Care Hospital environment.
• Experience with infant support.
• PFT training.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Regular attendance is required.

Responsibilities

• Initiation and maintenance of adult, pediatric and neonatal mechanical ventilation.
• ABG collection and radial arterial line insertions.
• Bronchoscopy assistance and critical care transports to tertiary centers.
• Support to OR anaesthetic gas machine checks and ECGs.
• Contribute to maintaining a safe environment for patients and staff.

Skills

RRT Ontario membership

BCLS

Critical care

Infant support

Team player

Communication skills

Attendance reliability

Job description

Overview

Join a hospital where everyone makes a difference! Cambridge Memorial Hospital (CMH) is a thriving community hospital that proudly provides acute care services including: Emergency, Surgery, Medicine, Women’s and Children’s Health, Intensive Care, Mental Health, and Inpatient Rehabilitation.

Our vision is to creating healthier communities together. Our dedicated and skilled staff are passionate about providing outstanding patient-centred care, and an exceptional patient experience to residents of the Waterloo Region and beyond.

Why Should You Apply to CMH?

• Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• Group Benefits, including Health & Dental, for full time employees
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Career Development & Education Grant
• Wellness & Wellbeing Program
• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Initiatives

Come be part of our vision as CMH leads in innovation and compassion! To learn more about CMH, please visit our website at www.cmh.org.

Job Description

Salary Range: $38.35 - $53.28

Registered Respiratory Therapists at Cambridge Memorial Hospital are integral members of critical care, pulmonary diagnostic and general clinical practice teams. Responsibilities include but are not limited to initiation and maintenance of adult, pediatric and neonatal mechanical ventilation (conventional and non-invasive), ABG collection, radial arterial line insertions, bronchoscopy assistance and critical care transports of patients to tertiary care centers. RRT’s are members of the cardiac arrest team, provide support to the OR’s through anaesthetic gas machine checks, and perform ECG’s. The physical demands of the job may include but are not limited to prolonged sitting, standing, walking, bending, pushing, pulling and lifting. This position contributes to ensuring there is a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors.

Posted hours do not constitute a guarantee that shifts will not be subject to change.

Skills and Qualifications

• Must be a member in good standing of the College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario
• Current membership in good standing with the Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists and Respiratory Therapy Society of Ontario
• Current BCLS certificate required
• Current experience in Critical and Acute Care Hospital environment required
• Currentexperience with infant support required
• Pulmonary Function Testing (PFT) training required
• Must be an extremely motivated individual, with the ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize workload and meet workload requirements
• Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written)
• Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular basis is required

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, Cambridge Memorial Hospital requires that all staff have received all required doses of a COVID-19 vaccine approved by Health Canada.

The successful external applicant is required to provide the applicable criminal record check, as requested by Human Resources, in accordance with federal and provincial legislation. Valid criminal record checks are in original format and dated with two months from date of conditional offer from CMH.

CMH Inclusion Statement

At Cambridge Memorial Hospital (CMH), community matters to us. We acknowledge and are grateful for the opportunity to meet, work and offer healthcare on what is the traditional territories for the Anishinaabe, the Haudenosaunee and the Chinnonton.

We are committed to providing and fostering a respectful, caring, and inclusive workplace; one that generates belonging. We want a work culture where people are free to express their authentic selves and are able to bring their best daily. That includes a workplace that is free from violence, harassment and discrimination of any kind.

We welcome all applicants and encourage members of equity-deserving groups including Indigenous and LGBTQ2SIA+ communities regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, educational background, national origin, religion, neurodiversity or physical ability. We promise to ask if needed, and to provide reasonable accommodation to you during the recruitment and selection process to ensure an equitable experience.

To support all of us in this journey, Cambridge Memorial Hospital is an employee partner with the Canadian Centre for Diversity & Inclusion (CCDI) and provides access to all CMH members to CCDI resources and education. We encourage you to reflect upon our inclusive commitment to you as we welcome and encourage you to explore a promising future career at CMH.

Mari Iromoto Executive Champion Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Susan Toth, Director of Human Resources

We thank all those who apply, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Cambridge Memorial Hospital (CMH) proudly integrates AI-based technologies into its applicant screening process to enhance recruitment. These tools are designed to reduce bias and uphold fair hiring practices based on skills, education, and experience. CMH’s AI serves to assist, not replace, human decision-making, with results audited to ensure quality and equity. This initiative reinforces the hospital’s commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion, ensuring the best talent is selected while adhering to its core values.

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