Careers at Niagara Health

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Job Title:

RESPIRATORY THERAPIST

Posted Date:

2024-01-18

Closing Date:

2024-03-31

Functional Discipline:

GENERAL APPLICATION

Job Description

VACANCY DETAILS

VACANCY NUMBER: 34256AD

JOB TITLE: RESPIRATORY THERAPIST
DEPARTMENT: REGIONAL RESPIRATORY THERAPY
LOCATION: ST CATHARINES SITE/NIAGARA FALLS SITE/WELLAND SITE

UNION: ONTARIO PUBLIC SERVICE EMPLOYEE'S UNION
WAGE RANGE: $35.00 to $47.83

This posting is for the collection of applications for general interest in Respiratory Therapist positions at Niagara Health.

POSITION OBJECTIVE:
Working to promote excellence, quality patient/client care and high professional standards, the Respiratory Therapist will be responsible for performing respiratory therapeutics, will work in critical care areas; perform mechanical ventilation, non-invasive ventilation and advanced respiratory procedures within the adult, pediatric and neonatal population. They will also be responsible for performing outpatient respiratory therapeutics, such as pulmonary function testing. The objective of the Respiratory Therapist is to provide safe and competent care through the application of practical knowledge, the technical aspects of professional practice and the demonstration of compassion, professionalism and respect. The incumbent will perform all other relevant duties assigned to ensure the efficient operation of the unit to which s/he is assigned. The successful candidate will rotate between all Niagara Health Sites.

QUALIFICATIONS:
o General license with the College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario is mandatory
o Graduate of a recognized Respiratory Therapy program
o Two years related clinical experience working as a Respiratory Therapist in the past five years preferred
o Ability to work to the full scope of practice as a Respiratory Therapist as outlined by the College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario
o Current BCLS and ACLS certification
o Current NRP Certification
o PALS certification preferred
o Demonstrated proficiency performing advanced procedures such as arterial line insertion and IV insertion.
o Evidence of continuing education
o Applies knowledge, skills, judgement and competencies required for safe, independent and inter-disciplinary practice by meeting professional practice standards as outlined by the College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario and related professional associations
o Applied Niagara Health values and professional practice standards to patient/client care and service
o Integrates reflection, critical thinking, education, expanded scope of practice and relevant practical experience in problem solving
o Working knowledge of computers
o Consistent and regular attendance required
o Proficiency in both official languages (English and French) will be considered an asset
o Vaccines (COVID-19 and others) are a new hire requirement of the job unless you have an exemption based on medical or on a ground pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code

Recruitment Specialist: Alyssa Doiron

We are especially interested in connecting if you..
Value diversity, equity and inclusion;
Are excited about being part of a respectful and hard-working team in the beautiful Region of Niagara;
Identify as a member of one or more of the following equity-deserving groups: Indigenous persons, racialized, persons with disabilities, persons of diverse sexual orientations and gender identities and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
Have background or expertise in the healthcare environment, supporting patient care and providing extraordinary customer-service.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Niagara Health will provide accommodations through the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment and selection process, please inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.

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