Job Description

Position Number: 206021-67Position Available: Registered Respiratory Therapist (2 positions available)
Status: Casual
Department: Intensive Care Unit - Respiratory Therapy
Union: O.P.S.E.U
Shifts: Days, Nights, Weekends, Extended ToursRate of Pay: $42.24 - 54.87/hrPosting Date: March 17, 2025Closing Date: March 24, 2025Internal employees must apply by 11:59pm on March 24, 2025.About Joseph Brant Hospital:Joseph Brant Hospital (JBH) is a full-service hospital located in the growing and thriving community of Burlington, Ontario, serving more than 185,000 residents in Halton, Hamilton, Waterdown, Flamborough, Milton and Stoney Creek. JBH is honoured to be recognized as one of Hamilton Niagaras Top Employers since 2015, with a skilled team of approximately 200 physicians, 2,000 employees, and more than 300 volunteers.JBH is a Clinical Education site in conjunction with McMaster University, and is designated as an Academic Community Teaching Hospital. JBH is also a partner member of the Burlington Ontario Health Team (BOHT). JBH is deeply committed to providing exemplary care and living the hospitals core values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence.JBH also inspires and empowers a culture of caring and this is demonstrated in many ways including our commitment to the health, safety, and wellbeing of our people. For more information, visit .Position Summary:The Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) is responsible for the monitoring of life support equipment such as invasive and non-invasive ventilators. The RRT is required to initiate, monitor and discontinue oxygen therapy as needed. As an RRT you will be responding to cardiac arrest codes and high risk births for airway maintenance and resuscitation, and performing intubation as ordered by the physician. The role also involves providing patient and staff teaching as required.Responsibilities:

• Provision of high-quality respiratory care as a key member of the inter-professional team
• Key member of Critical Care Response Team and Code Blue Team
• setup, calibrate, maintain and troubleshoot respiratory equipment

Qualifications:

• Graduate from a recognized School of Respiratory Therapy
• Current Registration and in good standing with the CRTO (College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario)
• Current Neonatal Resuscitation Certification (NRP) required
• Current ACLS required
• Experience working effectively in a busy clinical environment
• Computer literacy (Microsoft Office)
• Excellent leadership and problem solving skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Able to establish positive and supportive relationships with patients, families and other health professionals
• Ability to work effectively as a collaborative member of the critical care team
• Able to meet the physical demands of the position
• Must be able to work days, nights, weekends
• Demonstrated reliable attendance, punctuality, and performance required.

Please Note: Assignment subject to change based on the needs of the department.To be considered for this exciting opportunity please visit the to apply. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.Joseph Brant Hospital is committed to an equitable and inclusive culture where everyone thrives and feels that they belong. One of the pillars of our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion framework is to enable our people and patients to flourish by removing barriers. In compliance with the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), accommodations are available during the recruitment and selection process and throughout employment.Please help us meet our commitment to providing an inclusive and barrier-free environment by letting us know if you require accommodation. Contact Human Resources for confidential assistance at or at 905-632-3737 ext. 4129.Please include the posting number in the subject line of any email correspondence to enable appropriate assistance.#JBH1

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