Job Description

Salary:

Flight Registered Respiratory Therapist We are growing again! Do you love patient care? Do you love to travel the world? Why not combine them both into a rewarding career? Latitude Air Ambulance is a private Air Ambulance Service located at The Hamilton International Airport in Mount Hope Ontario Canada. We are presently looking for a qualified, professional, experienced RT with 2-3 years in a full time ICU, CCU or ER setting. Likes to experience new challenges, works very well as a team member and is able to handle stressful situations. Must have excellent communication and organizational skills, a positive attitude and can multitask at any given time. Location YHM \xe2\x80\x93 Hamilton International Airport Job Scope Provides high quality nursing or medical care including assessment and treatment utilizing standards and guidelines established by Latitude Aeromedical; assess the nature and extent of illness or injury to establish and prioritize the care needed for safe transport of the critical patient to the appropriate facility; is qualified to provide care for patients across the life span in his/her assigned clinical area; responsible for carrying out the mission and goals of Latitude assuring that safety remains the highest priority throughout the transport. Responsibilities

• Provides hands on patient care from the initial contact until patient care is relinquished to the accepting medical facility; maintains thorough patient care documentation.
• Practices respiratory therapy within his/her scope of practice. Maintains competency in knowledge by participating in ongoing clinical experience. Communicates educational needs to the Medical Base Supervisor and Medical Education Coordinator. Maintains documentation of required licensure, certifications, continuing educations, aviation and safety training. Attends continuing education programs pertinent to his/her area of practice.
• Knowledgeable in use and routine maintenance of all equipment and supplies used by Latitude. Responsible for reporting medical equipment failures. Maintains adequate supplies onboard aircraft to deliver patient care. Keeps aircraft clean and orderly to insure rapid response to all transport requests.
• Maintains positive interpersonal relationships with colleagues, EMS representatives, hospitals and the public.
• Functions as a medical flight member. Complies with safety standards to assure safety of self, medical personnel, patient and equipment.
• Performs advanced skills and procedures as approved by Latitude Aeromedical Works
• Serves as a role model, educator and clinical resource. Acts as a preceptor and/or participates in orientation of new employees. Participates in continuing and outreach education programs.
• Attends and participates in meetings according to established departmental guidelines. Participates in departmental quality improvement activities as assigned.

Qualifications

• MUST have a minimum of 2-3 years RECENT full time ICU, CCU or ER working with adult populations; pediatric experience is a bonus
• Must be available for a 1 hour call out to base (i.e. able to be at the Hamilton International Airport within 1 hour of a dispatch call)
• Must hold valid Canadian passport with no travel or visa restrictions
• Second language in written/verbal is an asset
• Diploma in Respiratory Therapy from an accredited College; in good standing with the CRTO
• ACLS/BLS is a MUST, TNCC, NRP, PALS preferred.
• All other licenses or certification required in your scope of practice.
• Immunizations up to date - including COVID 19
• Clear Vulnerable sector check
  
• Ability to provide a Flight Medical upon hire

Skills/Personal traits:

• Exceptional problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Excellent attention to detail and records management
• Team oriented
• Good organizational skills
• Remains levelheaded and calm in any environment
• Ability to work at a fast pace and under pressure
• Strong prioritization skills

Positions Available: Full Time Permanent - scheduled 17 days a month. Schedule provided on an annual basis.

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What is in it for you?

• Competitive starting salary with per diems for travel
• Work only 17 days per month (Full Time)
• Schedule provided on an annual basis (rotations include holidays and weekends); priority for scheduling must be given to Latitude before other work commitments
• Benefits (EHC/Dental/Drug Plan/Vision, etc.)
• Group RRSP program
• Employee Assistance Program Corporate Plan Discount with Telus
• Perkopolis
• Work for a company that values Compassion, Integrity & Trust
• Team atmosphere with a \xe2\x80\x98Family\' feel
• Social Events; River Day/Summer BBQ, Christmas Parties, etc.
• Catered lunches on the last Friday of every month

If you are interested in joining a fast-growing company and are looking to grow as an individual and as a team player, please send us your resume and cover letter! We thank all applicants for applying but only those successful will be contacted. Latitude Air Ambulance is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, genetic characteristics, disability and conviction for an offence for which a pardon has been granted or in respect of which a record suspension has been ordered. or any other protected characteristic as outlined by the Canada Human Rights Act. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Latitude Air Ambulance makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. Latitude Air Ambulance welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.