Respiratory Therapist

We are seeking a highly skilled Respiratory Therapist to join our team at Halton Healthcare. As a critical care specialist, you will be responsible for operating, monitoring, and maintaining life support equipment, as well as performing diagnostic testing and providing patient care.

• Operate and maintain life support equipment, including ventilators and anaesthetic gas machines
• Perform diagnostic testing, including spirometry and arterial blood gases
• Initiate, monitor, and discontinue oxygen therapy as needed
• Respond to cardiac arrest codes and high-risk births for airway maintenance and resuscitation
• Perform intubation as ordered by physicians
• Teach patients and staff as required
• Participate in departmental quality assurance activities
• Comply with occupational health and safety requirements
• Assist with departmental policy and procedure development and review

• Current registration with the College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario
• Current Heart & Stroke approved Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Three years of experience in critical care, preferably in a hospital setting
• Neonatal Resuscitation Certification (NRP) and ACLS certification
• Excellent leadership and problem-solving skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Able to establish positive and supportive relationships with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals
• Ability to work effectively as a collaborative member of the critical care team
• Able to meet the physical demands of the position
• Satisfactory attendance and employment record

This is a dual-site position requiring shift coverage at both our Oakville and Georgetown hospitals. Milton coverage is optional. The successful candidate will be required to work a variety of rotating 12-hour shifts, including days, evenings, and nights.

Halton Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer committed to integrating diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout our operations, policies, and culture. We welcome applications from qualified candidates who share our values and are passionate about delivering exceptional patient care.