Reporting to the Manager, Respiratory Therapists are health‑care professionals who plan and implement a variety of therapeutic and diagnostic procedures for patients with a wide range of disorders. They are also responsible for the operation, quality control, and general maintenance of complex equipment. Respiratory Therapists combine technical and clinical skills to provide optimal care for the patients they serve.
Qualifications / Skills / Abilities (Required)
Current registration and in positive standing with the College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario
Ability to work in all clinical areas throughout the corporation
Recent inpatient acute/critical care experience
Ability to work in all aspects of Respiratory Therapy Services including Sleep Lab
Excellent communication and collaboration skills with patients, families and other healthcare specialists
Excellent patient teaching ability
Excellent adult teaching ability
Excellent leadership, problem solving, decision making, critical thinking and interpersonal skills
Willingness to participate in staff meetings, departmental and corporate projects
Willingness and ability to utilize full scope of practice including intubation and arterial line insertion
Commitment to continuous professional development and continuing education
Self‑directed and able to work with minimal supervision
Computer skills including Accessioning and Order Entry
Ability to work all shifts, including weekends, on‑call, and ability for multi‑site coverage when required
Ability to respect and maintain confidentiality
Recent satisfactory performance and attendance record
Adherence to Brightshores ‘CARE’ Behaviours (Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, Excellence) and ‘LEAD’ Competencies (Lead by example, Empower, Achieve results, Develop others) and a commitment to a secure workplace free of violence and harassment
Advocates and supports a culture of patient safety and demonstrates an understanding of how the department service and assigned responsibilities contribute to overall patient safety at Brightshores through patient safety knowledge, skills and attitudes
Preferred
Recent experience in a hospital setting including O.R. and of hemodynamics in Critical Care and neonatal nursery
Recent sleep lab experience
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📌 Respiratory Therapist – Casual Owen Sound (Canada)
🏢 Brightshores Health System
📍 Canada
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