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> Registered Respiratory Therapist- Medicine /Respirology, PT (J0724-0465)Registered Respiratory Therapist- Medicine /Respirology, PT (J0724-0465)To display this page you need a browser with JavaScript support.Job Number:J0724-0465Job Title:Registered Respiratory Therapist- Medicine /Respirology, PT (J0724-0465)Job Type:Part-Time PermanentLocation:General Site, 4001 Leslie StreetJob Category:Healthcare ProfessionalDate Posted:July 17, 2024Closing Date:August 14, 2024Salary:$43.95 - $53.30/HourFTE:0.6Program/Area:Respiratory TherapyReporting Title:CTMShifts:DayNightsShiftsWeekendsShift Duration:8's12'sIMAGINE a hospital where everyone is committed to excellence. We did. We are. From boardroom to bedside, we go above and beyond to offer the best and safest patient care. At North York General Hospital (NYGH), we put our patients first in everything we do. We are achieving a new standard of excellence in integrated patient-centered care and as one of Canada's leading community academic hospitals, we are building on our academic foundation through enhanced education, research and innovation. North York General Hospital is part of North York Toronto Health Partners, a collaborative partnership with patients, primary care, and community partners, a first- generation Ontario Health Team, driving the development of a locally integrated health system to serve the community. As part of our dynamic team, you too can stand out and be amazing! At North York General, our team is making a world of difference.As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and the need to strengthen and promote health protection to patients, staff and members of the public attending in the hospital, prior to the first day of employment with the Hospital, all successful candidates are required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination (full vaccination is required) from the Ontario Ministry of Health website or other authorized source. An individual is fully vaccinated if they have provided proof of vaccination in the form of a receipt from COVaxON (the Ministry's provincial system for COVID-19 vaccination information) and 14 days have elapsed from the final dose. In the event that you are unable to be vaccinated as a result of a ground protected under the Human Rights Code, you may submit a written explanation of the ground and any supporting documentation to determine if you are exempt from this requirement.Position SummaryRegistered Respiratory Therapist, Medicine / RespirologyYour goal in this position is to promote a patient and family centered care approach. You will do this by collaborating with an interdisciplinary team of care providers in a supportive and culturally sensitive manner. You have clinical expertise, competence, and technical skills as related to the position. You are also flexible to changing priorities and committed to continuous learning and professional development. You have great interpersonal skills, and you effortlessly connect with physicians, staff, patients, and families. You will take a leadership in advocating and providing exceptional health care to patients and families. This position supports the hospital's academic mandate by advancing care through teaching and learning and/or transforming care through research and innovation. This position contributes to the shared responsibility of ensuring health and safety policies are followed to provide for a healthy environment for staff, physicians, volunteers, learners, patients and families.On a practical level, you willParticipate collaboratively within interprofessional healthcare teams with adult, paediatric and newborn patients in the Critical Care Unit, ED, Inpatient Units, Labour & Delivery, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, and Operating RoomProvide ventilation management, weaning and discontinuationPerform as a member of Code Teams and Critical Care Response TeamAssist at high risk deliveries performing neonatal resuscitationPerform airway management including intubations and tracheostomy tube insertionsPerform insertion of arterial linesAdminister pharmaceutical substances in respiratory carePerform related diagnostic tests including procurement and interpretation of arterial blood gases, assisting with bronchoscopiesSupervise, teach and evaluate students as assigned by clinical coordinatorEducate patients, families, caregivers and health care professionals in respiratory careDemonstrate the ability to lift and position patients and related equipment.QualificationsDiploma/Degree in Respiratory Therapy from an accredited institutionRegistration with the College of Respiratory Therapists of OntarioCurrent Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification, requiredCurrent Advance Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification, requiredCurrent NRP certification, requiredExperience in adult intubation and adult radial arterial line insertionMembership with C.S.R.T. and R.T.S.O. preferredExperience in neonatal intubation preferredWhat We OfferWorking at NYGH means working with a dynamic team of fellow healthcare providers, staff, and volunteers in one of Canada's leading hospitals.This is a Part Time Regular position with 8 and 12 hour shifts, Days and Nights shifts including weekends in the Medicine / Respirology Unit.We offer a highly competitive total compensation package which includes pay in lieu of benefits, vacation pay and the opportunity to join the Hospital Pension Plan.How to ApplyThink you're the right person for the job? Here's your first chance to show us why:Ensure to meet the deadline - only applications received by the closing date will be considered.We will review all applications and will contact those selected for an interview.At North York General, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live, including those with disabilities. North York General is committed to providing accommodations in all parts of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.North York General Hospital
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