Registered Respiratory Therapist

Position Profile

Hennick Humber Hospital. Tomorrow's Healthcare, Today.

Since opening our doors in 2015 as North America’s first fully digital hospital, we remain unwavering in our belief that we can change the hospital where we work, the community where we live, and the world of healthcare beyond our borders. Serving a community of 850,000 residents in North West Toronto, Equity Inclusivity and active participation in the North West Toronto Ontario Health Team are key initiatives important to our Team. At Humber River Health, we use a custom combination of technology and clinical expertise to rebuild elements of care. We make technology work for staff and physicians; giving them more time to spend with patients, to eliminate inefficiencies, and to reduce the chance of errors. Humber River Health is formally affiliated with both the University of Toronto and Queen’s University and committed to becoming a community academic hospital. Clinical Excellence, Optimizing Care through Technology and Community Connection frame our Research Strategy.

At Humber River Health, we’re not hoping for a renaissance, we are making it happen. As part of our dynamic team, you can lead the way, as we continue our journey towards high reliability care!

Our Registered Respiratory Therapists are part of an inter-disciplinary professional team delivering exceptional assessment and treatment for our patients with chronic and acute cardio pulmonary illness.

Are you a dedicated Registered Respiratory Therapist passionate about providing the most positive outcome for your patients, tech savvy and committed to lifelong learning? If the answer is yes then please review the details below and apply to this career opportunity here at Humber River Health.

Employment Status: Permanent Part-time

Hours of Work: Currently days/evenings/nights, rotational 12 hours shifts including weekends and statutory holidays Location: Hennick Humber Hospital, Wilson SiteLabour Group: OPSEU 577Reporting Relationship: Manager, Respiratory ServicesHourly Rate: $38.35 - $53.28

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.
• Commitment to lifelong learning.

• Excellent attendance and discipline free record required.

• An understanding of equity, diversity, and inclusion principles as they relate to health practices is an asset. Humber River Health values lived and learned experiences in addressing systemic barriers and advancing inclusive practices.

Why choose Humber River Health?

At Humber River Health, our staff, physicians, and volunteers are lighting new ways in healthcare. We are proud to be recognized as a part of Greater Toronto’s Top Employers by Mediacorp Canada Inc. We support employees by providing evidence-based leadership and cultivating a culture that consistently wows with our unwavering commitment to Staff, Physician and Volunteer engagement. We are a member of the Toronto Academic Health Science Network(TAHSN) and are deeply involved in research and academic collaboration. We are dedicated to high-quality patient care and demonstrate our values of compassion, professionalism, and respect. All employees have the opportunity to contribute to the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP), one of Canada's leading defined benefit pension plans, featuring employer-matched contributions to help you build a secure retirement.

Humber River Health is committed to creating an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace that reflects the diversity of our communities. Guided by our strategic direction to embed equity, diversity and inclusion in everything we do – and to address systemic barriers – we foster a culture where everyone feels respected, valued and empowered to contribute.

We welcome applications from individuals of all equity-deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, racialized communities, persons living with disabilities, women, 2SLGBTQ+ individuals and seniors. We recognize that diverse identities and perspectives strengthen our ability to deliver safe, innovative and compassionate care.

As an equal opportunity employer, Humber River Health complies with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other protected ground.

Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process and employment. Please contact our recruitment team to discuss your needs confidentially.

This position is being posted in response to an existing vacancy at Humber River Health.

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