Reporting to the Manager of Respiratory Therapy, the Registered Respiratory Therapist works at all times within an interprofessional model of care. Respiratory Therapists provide respiratory therapy service 24/7 to patients in the many Intensive Care Units, Trauma Room, Emergency Department, wards and the Ross Tilley Burn Centre.
Responsibilities
Ventilation management - weaning and discontinuation
Performing as a member of Code Teams, Trauma Teams and Rapid Response Teams
Performing airway management including intubations and tracheostomy tube insertions
Delivering respiratory care where required
Supervision, education and evaluation of students assigned by the Clinical Coordinator
Qualifications/Skills
Current registration with the College of Respiratory Therapy of Ontario (CRTO)
Degree/Diploma from an accredited Respiratory Therapy Program
Must hold current certification in BCLS
Previous experience in Acute Care and Critical Care environments
Thoroughly familiar with and competent in all aspects of Respiratory Therapy
Demonstrated clinical and technical ability
Mature, independent and self-motivated
Demonstrated ability to integrate and apply critical thinking skills
Demonstrated ability to handle stressful workplace
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
Effective communication skills
Commitment to personal and professional development