Senior Respiratory Therapist (Two (2) Full-time Permanent Positions)

Lake of the Woods District Hospital; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 63,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Pension plan

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Extended health benefits

Relocation assistance

Staff wellness

Job summary

The Respiratory Therapist at LWDH in Northwestern Ontario provides oxygen therapy, monitors cardio-respiratory equipment, and assesses and treats cardio/respiratory disorders to maintain or restore ventilation. The role is a 1.0 FTE, permanent position with on-call duties and a focus on collaborative, high-quality patient care.

Required qualifications include CRTO registration, BCLS/NRP/ACLS credentials, and hands-on experience with ventilation and airway management, spirometry, ABG, and

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy Program.
• Current registration with the College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario (CRTO).
• Current certification in BCLS, NRP and ACLS, and demonstrated ongoing competency and annual recertification.
• Knowledge and experience with ventilation (invasive and noninvasive), airway management, spirometry, ABG collection, arterial line insertion, endotracheal intubation/extubation, home oxygen assessment.
• Demonstrates competency in anesthesia technology.
• Willing to participate in 24/7 on-call schedule.
• Relevant inter-professional collaboration and reliable attendance.

Responsibilities

• Provide oxygen therapy and monitor cardio/respiratory equipment.
• Assess and treat cardio/respiratory disorders and related conditions.
• Maintain ventilation support and related diagnostic procedures.

Skills

BCLS

NRP

ACLS

Ventilation

Airway management

Spirometry

ABG

Arterial line

Intubation

On-call

Indigenous culture awareness

Education

Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy Program

Tools

Anesthesia technology

Job description

Job Type Two (2) Full-time Permanent Positions

Hours 1.00 FTE

Classification SRRT

Department Respiratory Services

Salary $45.3782 to $54.9151 per hour

As per CUPE LOCAL 3634 Collective Agreement

Closing Date Ongoing until filled

Description

The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for fulfilling clinical, technical and administrative responsibilities within our Respiratory Services department. The Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) is responsible for the providing of 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:

• 3 weeks paid vacation pro-rated
• 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
• Desjardin Group Life Insurance coverage that includes basic life insurance, short/long-term disability coverage, and voluntary custom options
• Hospitals of Ontario Disability Income Plan coverage that includes short-term sick pay and long-term disability
• Green Shield Canada extended health benefits for single and family including dental services, prescription, health services, vision, hospital accommodation, etc.
• Relocation and accommodation packages and support
• Access to staff physiotherapy, onsite gym, Employee Assistance Program, staff wellness initiatives, an employee perks program, and much more!

Qualifications

• 1 Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy Program
• Current registration with the College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario (CRTO)
• Current certification in BCLS, NRP and ACLS, and demonstrated ongoing competency and annual recertification
• Knowledge and experience with ventilation (invaisive and noninvaise), airway management, spirometry, arterial blood gas collection, art line insertion, endotracheal intubation / extubation, home oxygen assessment (at rest and exertion) are required
• 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 PALS and CRE preferred