Respiratory Therapist

Join to apply for the Respiratory Therapist role at Winnipeg Regional Health Authority (WRHA)3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Respiratory Therapist role at Winnipeg Regional Health Authority (WRHA)Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Requisition ID: 386815Position Number: 111-71435-T266-01Posting End Date: Open Until FilledEmployer: Southern Health-Santé SudSite: Portage Regional Health CentreUnion: MGEU Prof TechDepartment/Unit: Emergency DepartmentWork Location: Portage Regional Health CentreCity: Portage la PrairieHiring Status: PermanentFTE: 1.0Employment arrangement: In PersonDaily hours worked: 7.75 hour shiftsAnticipated shift: Days; Evenings; WeekendsAnnual base hours: 2015Anticipated Start Date: As mutually agreed uponSalary: As per MGEU Collective AgreementFind your rewarding career in a vibrant and diverse community within Southern Health-Santé Sud. Our organization is privileged to provide care for people at every point in their lives.Partnering with our communities, we provide safe, accessible and sustainable people-centered health care. We are proud to work in collaboration with all our partners within and throughout our diverse region: seven First Nations Communities, Francophone, Métis, Mennonite and Hutterite communities as well as a growing number of immigrants from all over the world.Be part of the Southern Health-Santé Sud team, who is rooted in what matters most. Join a region that offers a lifestyle like no other – a safe, peaceful, beautiful, fulfilling life for you and your family.Position OverviewUnder the general supervision of the Manager Health Services and/or designate, the incumbent provides therapeutic, diagnostic, technical and teaching respiratory therapy services consistent with discipline and professional standards while adhering to the employers’ mission, values and management philosophy. The Regional Respiratory Therapist (RRT) works to full scope of practice engages in ongoing education and maintains competency congruent with Southern Health-Santé Sud policies, Professional Standards of Practice, Manitoba Association of Registered Respiratory Therapist (MARRT), Code of Ethics, and the Regulated Health Professions Act.The incumbent exercises the appropriate level of initiative and independent judgment in determining work priorities, work methods to be employed and action to be taken on unusual matters. The position functions in a manner that is consistent with the mission, vision and values; and the policies of Southern Health-Santé Sud.ExperienceRecent and related clinical experience preferred.Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)Entry-to-practice academic credential in Respiratory Therapy from an accredited Canadian program or a MARRT approved equivalent, if internationally educated, is required.Certification/Licensure/RegistrationCurrent registration with the MARRT required.Current registration/membership in the Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists (CSRT) is preferred.BLS - Provider, NRP, ACLS, PALS.Qualifications And SkillsKnowledge of Regulated Health Professions Act, Professional Standards of Practice, and Code of Ethics.Given the cultural diversity of our region, the ability to respect and promote a culturally diverse population is required.Proficiency of both official languages is essential for target and designated bilingual positions.Demonstrated ability to respect confidentiality including paper, electronic formats and other mediums.Good work and attendance record.Requires a valid Class 5 driver’s license, an all-purpose insured vehicle and liability insurance of at least $1,000,000.00.Physical RequirementsDemonstrated ability to meet the physical and mental demands of the job.No hazardous or significantly unpleasant conditions.May be required to work evenings, nights and weekends as necessary.Will be required to travel to other regional facilities as the position duties may require.Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process.Southern Health-Santé Sud, in partnership with the Indigenous community, is committed to increasing the representation of Indigenous people within all levels of our workforce. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to apply and to voluntarily self-identify as being of Indigenous descent in their cover letter/application.Completes and maintains Satisfactory Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector Search, Adult Abuse Registry Check and Child Abuse Registry Check. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred.All Health Care Workers are required to be immunized as a condition of employment in accordance with Southern Health-Santé Sud policy.Please include three work-related references with your job application from persons who are not related to you but have direct knowledge of your current and past work performance.Consistent with the French Language Services Policy of the Government of Manitoba and Southern Health-Santé Sud’s FLS Policy, we are committed to offering services in English and French in designated program/service areas serving French-speaking communities within Southern Health-Santé Sud. If no candidates satisfy the bilingual qualification, candidates meeting all other qualifications may be considered for this position.Please be advised that job competitions for union represented positions may be grieved by internal represented applicants. Should a selection grievance be filed, information from the competition file may be provided to the grievor's representative. Personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted.Seniority levelSeniority levelEntry levelEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionHealth Care ProviderIndustriesHospitals and Health CareReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Winnipeg Regional Health Authority (WRHA) by 2xGet notified about new Respiratory Therapist jobs in Portage la Prairie, Manitoba, Canada.We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr