Registered Respiratory Therapist

OPSEU

Job Title:

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Status:
Regular Part Time

Department:
Respiratory Therapy, LHAP

Program:
Respiratory Services

12 Hour Shifts, Days/Nights/Weekends Schedule (Subject to Change)

Location:

Lakeridge Health Oshawa & Ajax-Pickering

Wage

Schedule:

$38.350 - $53.280 per hour

Posting Reference:

Lakeridge Health is more than a hospital. It is a health network that includes five hospitals, a long‑term care home, a community‑based surgical centre, and more than 30 community sites across the Durham Region. Guided by our vision of One System. Best Health. and supported by a dedicated team of nearly 9,000 staff, physicians, and volunteers, Lakeridge Health is a place where the best people want to start, grow, and finish their careers in health care.

We are focused on fostering an environment that’s inclusive, compassionate, innovative, and joyful. This is Lakeridge Health!

Under the direction of the Manager, Critical Care & Respiratory Services, the Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) will be responsible for providing respiratory care; documenting all aspects of care; performing diagnostic testing; maintaining equipment; participating in quality assurance activities; ensuring continuing education; maintaining competence and professionalism relevant to current practice as a member of an interdisciplinary team; and other duties as assigned.

• Diploma in Respiratory Therapy
• Current registration with the College of Respiratory Therapy of Ontario
• Current B.C.L.S., Ontario Heart Foundation Standards
• Highly motivated individual, able to work independently and in a team environment
• Proven problem‑solving and teaching skills
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize workload and meet requirements
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Proven sound judgement and good observation skills
• Previous clinical experience, an asset
• Advanced educational preparation, an asset
• PALS and ACLS, preferred
• Must have satisfactory performance record
• Commitment to our core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy
• Understanding of and commitment to Lakeridge Health’s comprehensive safety programs and practices, including staff, patient and environmental safety and participation in regular in‑service in this area

At Lakeridge Health, we value inclusion and diversity. We are committed to fostering a culture that is respectful, inclusive, and accessible. We are committed to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse community we provide services to and welcome applications from all qualified applicants from all backgrounds.

Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require any accommodation at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact

The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the Collective Agreement between the Hospital and OPSEU Local 348.

Successful external applicants must provide a satisfactory Criminal Investigation Reference for the vulnerable sector, dated within the past six (6) months.

Lakeridge Health is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment for all team members and patients. New Lakeridge Health team members will be required to complete a Pre‑employment Health Assessment as a condition of employment.