Certified Respiratory Therapist

1 month ago

Hamilton, Ontario, Canada Hamilton Health Sciences Full time

Unit Overview

Step into a role that opens numerous pathways within Ontario's most extensive healthcare network. At Hamilton Health Sciences, we provide advanced medical services to individuals of all ages across the province, offering limitless opportunities for growth. You can pursue advancement, engage in professional development courses, and enhance your leadership skills. As the largest employer in the greater Hamilton area, we play a crucial role in educating the next generation of healthcare professionals in partnership with esteemed institutions.

McMaster Children's Hospital has been dedicated to the care of children since 1988, employing a family-centered approach that prioritizes the emotional, mental, and physical health of our young patients. Our facility boasts the fastest-growing pediatric emergency department in Ontario and one of the most advanced neonatal intensive care units in Canada, alongside various specialized programs.

Position Overview

The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at McMaster Children's Hospital features a Level III NICU, a Level IIc nursery, and a neonatal transport team, delivering comprehensive medical and surgical care to neonatal patients and their families. Our NICU serves a wide geographic area in southern Ontario, with an interdisciplinary team committed to family-centered care, evidence-based practices, and continuous quality improvement. We are actively involved in collaborative quality improvement initiatives at provincial, national, and international levels.

As a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) in our NICU, you will be assigned to specialized care areas, responsible for delivering respiratory care. You will also provide education to nursing staff, other healthcare professionals, and students throughout the unit. Additional responsibilities may include patient safety initiatives, quality improvement projects, committee participation, and research assistance.

Work Schedule

Rotating shifts including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

  • Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program
  • Current registration with the College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario
  • Successful completion of the Canadian Board of Respiratory Care (CBRC) exam
  • Strong interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills
  • Certification in Neonatal Resuscitation Provider (NRP)
  • Knowledge of ventilator requirements for the micro-premature population
  • Commitment to the philosophy of Family-Centered Care
  • Understanding of developmental care principles
  • Willingness to mentor respiratory therapy clinical students
  • Dedication to lifelong learning
  • Preferred experience in a Level III NICU within the last two years
  • Preferred experience attending high-risk deliveries within the last two years

As a condition of employment, proof of full COVID-19 vaccination is required.

Hamilton Health Sciences promotes a culture of safety for patients and staff, guided by our Mission, Vision, Values, and Values-Based Code of Conduct. As a teaching hospital, all staff and physicians are expected to support students and other learners.

This opportunity is open to all qualified applicants, with internal candidates considered first. Past performance will be a factor in the selection process.

Proficiency in both official languages, French and English, is considered an asset.

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