Hospital Name:

Alexandra Marine and General Hospital

Competition:

26-111

Position Type:

Temporary Part time

Vacancy:

Replacement

Union:

Non-Union

Salary Scale:

$38.80 - $54.52

Start Date:

2026-10-20

Closing Date:

N/A

Overview:

The Cardiorespiratory Department is looking to add one (1) new Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to their team to support the growing needs of the program. We are currently recruiting for a Temporary Full-Time, Temporary Part-Time, or Casual Respiratory Therapist position. Alexandra Marine and General Hospital is committed to working with the successful candidate to determine hours that mutually support the candidate’s needs while also balancing the needs of the program. Applicants are encouraged to indicate their preferred employment status in their application.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work Monday to Friday, up to 37.5 hours per week. No evenings, weekends, or holidays are required in this role.

New graduates with related clinical experience are encouraged to apply.

Comprehensive orientation and training will be provided to the successful candidate.

Qualifications:

- Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program, or currently enrolled in the final year of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program with an expected graduation date prior to commencement of employment.
- Member in good standing with the CRTO, or actively pursuing registration as a student, or graduate respiratory therapist.
- Current certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), or willingness to obtain certification within an agreed-upon timeframe.




- New graduates and students nearing successful completion of their Respiratory Therapy program are encouraged to apply.

Required Skills:

- Previous experience working as a Respiratory Therapist in an acute care hospital setting is considered an asset.
- Previous experience working as a Respiratory Therapist in an inpatient and outpatient setting is considered an asset.
- Previous experience performing and interpreting respiratory and cardiorespiratory diagnostic testing
- Experience with patient assessment, clinical documentation, and electronic medical records (Meditech) is preferred.
- Experience providing consultation, education, and troubleshooting related to cardiorespiratory equipment and therapies is considered an asset.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary healthcare team.

Abilities:

- Proficiency in the management of high flow oxygen, non-invasive ventilation, and mechanical ventilation
- Proficiency in pulmonary function testing, ECGs, cardiac stress testing, holter monitoring, ambulatory blood pressure monitoring, pulse oximetry and arterial blood gas sampling
- Strong patient assessment, critical thinking, and clinical decision-making skills.
- Ability to operate and troubleshoot cardiorespiratory diagnostic equipment.
- Excellent communication, patient education, and interpersonal skills.




- Ability to work effectively both independently and as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
- Strong organizational and documentation skills, including proficiency with electronic medical record systems.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Other duties may be assigned and may not be limited to the scope of an individual department. We are committed to providing persons with disabilities equal opportunities regarding all employment activities, including access to jobs and accommodations during employment as required, in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Please advise the Human Resources department if you require accommodation.

NOTE: Only those applicants selected for an interview will be notified.

Personal information is collected under FIPPA and is used to determine eligibility for potential employment and if hired, the information collected may be incorporated into your personnel file and used and disclosed for the purpose of administering your employment. AMGH is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all requirements of the Ontario Human Rights Code. Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process.

Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. We thank all candidates who submit their application.

Choosing AMGH as your employer opens the door to many professional development opportunities and training supports. Applicants may be eligible for the Canada Student Loan Forgiveness and Tuition Support Program for Nurses programs.

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