Respiratory Therapist - PFT PTC

Overview

Join a hospital where everyone makes a difference! Cambridge Memorial Hospital (CMH) is a thriving community hospital that proudly provides acute care services including:
Emergency, Surgery, Medicine, Women’s and Children’s Health, Intensive Care, Mental Health, and Inpatient Rehabilitation.

Our vision is to creating healthier communities together
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Why Should You Apply to CMH?

• Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• Group benefits, including health and dental, for full-time employees
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Leadership and Quality Improvement Curriculum
• Career Development & Education Grant
• Wellness, & Wellbeing Program
• Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Initiatives

Come be part of our vision as CMH leads in innovation and compassion! To learn more about CMH, please visit our website .org.

Salary Range: $38.35 - $53.28

Part-time contract expected to end November 2027

Registered Respiratory Therapists at Cambridge Memorial Hospital are integral members of critical care team, pulmonary diagnostic and general clinical practice teams. This position specifically supports the Pulmonary Diagnostic Program and associated work with the ambulatory care and in-patient populations related to diagnostic testing. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Perform pulmonary function procedures including spirometry, lung volume determination, diffusion capacity, methacholine challenge, and arterial blood gas puncture
• Assists in the monitoring of pulmonary function equipment, conducts calibration and quality control checks according to standards, and arranges for maintenance/repair as required
• Support anesthetist with airway management during ECT
• Provides clinical support and instruction of Conestoga College Respiratory Student
• Document and maintain accurate patient records and observations

The physical demands of the job may include but are not limited to prolonged sitting, standing, walking, bending, pushing, pulling and lifting. This position contributes to ensuring there is a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors. Must be available to work 12 hour days.

Posted hours do not constitute a guarantee that shifts will not be subject to change.

Skills and

Qualifications:

• Must be a member in good standing of the College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario
• Current membership in good standing with the Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists and Respiratory Therapy Society of Ontario
• Current BCLS certificate required
• ACLS certificate preferred
• 1-2 years’ experience in all aspects of pulmonary function testing is required
• Must be an extremely motivated individual, with the ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize workload and meet workload requirements
• Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written)
• Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular basis is required
• Cerner experience is preferred

As part of our commitment to the health and safety of our patients, staff and community from COVID-19, subject to any accommodation required by applicable human rights legislation, Cambridge Memorial Hospital requires that all staff have received all required doses of a COVID-19 vaccine approved by Health Canada.

The successful external applicant is required to provide the applicable criminal record check, as requested by Human Resources, in accordance with federal and provincial legislation. Valid criminal record checks are in original format and dated with two months from date of conditional offer from CMH.

CMH Inclusion Statement

At Cambridge Memorial Hospital (CMH), community matters to us. We acknowledge and are grateful for the opportunity to meet, work and offer healthcare on what is the traditional…