Respiratory Therapist

Hours of work:  Must be available for 8 & 12 hours shifts days, nights, every other weekend & statutory holidays.

Position Responsibilities:

• Providing therapeutic, diagnostic and respiratory services.
• Ensuring the efficient delivery of respiratory services.
• Continually evaluating the effectiveness of therapies given to patients.
• Knowledge and experience with ventilation (invasive and noninvasive), airway management and spirometry, arterial blood gas collection, art line insertion, endotracheal intubation/ extubation, home oxygen assessment, required.
• Other relevant duties as assigned by management or Clinical Coordinator.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of a recognized School of Respiratory Therapy required.
• NRP, & BCLS certification required.
• A member in good standing with the C.R.T.O is required.
• A member of R.T.S.O and C.S.R.T. preferred.
• 2 years acute care hospital experience preferred.
• Evidence of sound organizational, problem solving and prioritization skills with ability to work well in a fast paced environment.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work both autonomously and as an effective team member.
• Demonstrates an understanding of and commitment to Humber’s comprehensive safety programs and willing to participate in regular in-service education in this area.
• Demonstrates a commitment to excellent customer service when dealing with patients, colleagues, management, volunteers and other members of the community and public.
• Reliable consistent attendance is a requirement.
• Commitment to lifelong learning.

Hourly Rate: $31.31 - $43.25