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Union: Non-Union
New or Replacement: Replacement
Site: Toronto General Hospital
Department: Thoracic Clinic/CTEPH Program
Reports to: Manager
Wage Range: $45.85 - $57.31 per hour.
Hours: 7.5 Hours per Week
Shifts: Days
Status: Temporary Part-Time (End Date ~ April 1, 2027)
Closing Date: August 27, 2026
Job Summary The Chronic Thromboembolic Pulmonary Hypertension (CTEPH) Program Nurse Coordinator is responsible for coordinating and supporting the comprehensive care of patients with suspected or confirmed CTEPH throughout the diagnostic, treatment, and follow-up continuum. The Nurse Coordinator serves as the primary point of contact for patients, caregivers, referring physicians, and the multidisciplinary CTEPH team, ensuring timely access to specialized care and the seamless coordination of diagnostic investigations, treatment planning, patient education, and longitudinal follow-up.
Working closely with thoracic surgeons, respirologists, interventional radiology, and administrative staff, the Nurse Coordinator supports clinical excellence, quality improvement initiatives, and program development activities.
Duties Coordinate the assessment, investigation, and management of patients referred to the CTEPH program.
Triage referrals and facilitate timely consultation appointments.




Coordinate diagnostic testing, including: Ventilation-perfusion (V/Q) scans
CT pulmonary angiography
Echocardiography
Right heart catheterization
Pulmonary function testing
Exercise testing and other investigations as required

Monitor patient progress throughout the diagnostic and treatment pathway.
Facilitate multidisciplinary case reviews and treatment planning discussions.
Coordinate transitions of care between inpatient, outpatient, and community settings.
Serve as the primary contact for patients and families within the CTEPH program.
Provide education regarding: CTEPH diagnosis and disease process
Diagnostic procedures
Anticoagulation management
Pulmonary hypertension therapies
Balloon pulmonary angioplasty (BPA)
Pulmonary thromboendarterectomy (PTE) surgery
Ongoing monitoring and self-management

Assess patient needs and identify barriers to care.
Provide emotional support and connect patients with appropriate resources and support services.
Promote patient engagement and adherence to treatment plans.
Collaborate closely with physicians, NPs,cardiology, interventional radiology and administrative personnel.
Participate in multidisciplinary clinics, rounds, and case conferences.
Liaise with referring physicians and external healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care.
Coordinate referrals to internal and external specialists as required.
Support clinical research activities and patient recruitment for approved studies.
Contribute to data collection, reporting, and outcome monitoring.
Participate in program evaluation and quality improvement projects.
Assist in meeting accreditation and reporting requirements.
Completion of a university, college, or other approved nursing program
Current Certificate of Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO)
Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (B.C.L.S.) program, Level II:



Basic Rescuer certification
Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing required; Master’s Degree preferred
Relevant clinical experience, preferably in respirology, cardiology, ICU, transplant, or other advanced practice areas, preferred
Coronary Care I - requred
Physical Health Assessment Course, preferred
Completion of the ECG interpretation course is an asset
Demonstrated ability to exercise initiative and good judgement with the ability to multi-task
Excellent independent decision-making and problem-solving skills
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Excellent verbal, interpersonal and written communication skills
Patient teaching skills
Ability to work effectively as a member of a multidisciplinary team
Ability to work under pressure
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment to meet the needs of a changing population
Ability to utilize information technology
Ability to meet the physical demands of the job
Why join UHN? In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.
Competitive offer packages
Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.com/)
Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
A flexible work environment
Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)
Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.
UHN is an equal prospect employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

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📌 Clinical Nurse Coordinator - Thoracic Clinic/CTEPH Program (Ontario)
🏢 University Health Network
📍 Ontario