Respiratory Therapist

Reporting to the Manager of Respiratory Therapy, the Registered Respiratory Therapist works at all times within an interprofessional model of care. Respiratory Therapists provide respiratory therapy service 24/7 to patients in the many Intensive Care Units, Trauma Room, Emergency Department, wards and the Ross Tilley Burn Centre.

They are responsible for (but not limited to):

• Ventilation management - weaning and discontinuation
• Performing as a member of Code Teams, Trauma Teams and Rapid Response Teams
• Performing airway management including intubations and tracheostomy tube insertions
• Delivering respiratory care where required
• Supervision, education and evaluation of students assigned by the Clinical Coordinator

Qualifications/Skills

• Current registration with the College of Respiratory Therapy of Ontario (CRTO)
• Degree/Diploma from an accredited Respiratory Therapy Program
• Must hold current certification in BCLS
• Previous experience in Acute Care and Critical Care environments
• Thoroughly familiar with and competent in all aspects of Respiratory Therapy
• Demonstrated clinical and technical ability
• Mature, independent and self-motivated
• Demonstrated ability to integrate and apply critical thinking skills
• Demonstrated ability to handle stressful environment
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Effective communication skills
• Commitment to personal and professional development
• Proven ability to work well in a team environment
• Excellent attendance record