Respiratory Therapist

Respiratory Therapy

Parkwood Institute Main - London, ON

Casual Part Time

Salary Range: $38.35 - $53.28 /hour

The Respiratory Therapist for Parkwood Hospital provides support to all four clinical programs (Rehabilitation, Specialized Geriatrics, Complex Care and Veterans Care) particularly in the care of patients requiring assisted ventilation, care of tracheotomies and other respiratory care issues. You are able to work independently, you have demonstrated ability to share your knowledge and expertise in care of patients with chronic respiratory illnesses. The Respiratory Therapist must be available for on call and extended hours as required by the needs of patients.

Essential Qualifications

• Knowledge of a Safety Culture in a Health Care Setting in compliance with the OHSA
• Valid registration with the College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario
• Valid BCLS Certification
• Skilled in current Respiratory Therapy techniques
• Demonstrated skill in respiratory assessment and patient education
• Superior interpersonal and communication skills
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in French would be an asset
• Current registration with the Respiratory Therapy Society of Ontario and/or the Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists and/or the Ontario Respiratory Care Society
• Minimum 2 years of recent experience
• Experience in respiratory diagnostics (eg. pulmonary function testing)
• Certified Respiratory Educator
  
  

Teaching and Research

• St Joseph's Health Care London through its affiliation with Western University and Fanshawe College is a leading research and teaching hospital. As an employee of St Joseph's, you will be expected to engage in role related teaching and research activities in addition to any of your clinical duties
  
  

Immunization Requirements

• Provide vaccination records or proof of immunity against measles, mumps rubella, varicella (chicken pox), Hepatitis B, COVID-19 and influenza.
• Provide documentation of the Tuberculosis skin testing