Job Description

About SickKids

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Dedicated exclusively to children and their families, The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) is one of the largest and most respected paediatric healthcare centres in the world. As innovators in child health, we lead and partner to improve the health of children through the integration of healthcare, leading-edge research and education. Our reputation would not have been built - nor could it be maintained - without the skills, knowledge and experience of the extraordinary people who come to work here every day. SickKids is committed to ongoing learning and development, and features a caring and supportive work environment that combines exceptionally high standards of practice.


When you join SickKids, you become part of our community. We share a commitment and determination to fulfill our vision of Healthier Children. A Better World.


Don't miss out on the opportunity to work alongside the world's best in paediatric healthcare.

Position Description

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The Supervisor RT Technician is a key leadership role within the Respiratory Therapy Technical Division at SickKids. This position provides advanced technical expertise and oversight of respiratory therapy equipment and support services across the hospital, ensuring safe, effective, and efficient operations.


As a technical leader, you will supervise and mentor a team of eight RT Technicians, manage scheduling and performance evaluations, and oversee an equipment budget to ensure cost-effective procurement, maintenance, and lifecycle planning. You will collaborate with clinical teams, biomedical engineering, and supply chain departments to optimize service delivery and support high-quality patient care.

Here's What You'll Get to Do:

Leading maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting of respiratory therapy equipment Coordinating technical operations and supporting new technology implementation Providing education and onboarding for staff and students Driving quality improvement initiatives and ensuring compliance with safety standards Managing inventory, reporting, and budget planning for respiratory therapy equipment

Here's What You'll Need

Essential Requirements:

Minimum 5 years of experience as a respiratory therapy technician with strong technical expertise Completion of Grade 12 (Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent). Post-secondary education in health sciences, technical, or a related field (diploma or degree). Comprehensive understanding of hospital-wide respiratory therapy operations Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills Demonstrated commitment and actions in advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion objectives.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with quality improvement projects Completion of professional development courses in leadership, mentorship, or technical operations Additional certifications in medical equipment handling or clinical safety are an asset

Here's What You'll Love

This position is eligible for employee benefits coverage including but not limited to; health, dental and life insurance. The full benefits package will be discussed at the time of offer. A focus on employee wellness with our new Staff Health and Well-being Strategy. Self-care helps us support others. A hospital that welcomes and focuses on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion. The opportunity to make an impact. Regardless of your role or professional interest, you will be making a difference at SickKids and contributing to our vision of Healthier Children. A Better World*.
For more on why you'll love working at SickKids, visit our careers site.

Employment Type

Full Time, Permanent- 37.5 hrs per week, In person Monday-Friday

Our Commitment to Diversity

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SickKids is committed to championing equity, diversity and inclusion in all that we do, fostering an intentionally inclusive and culturally safe environment that reflects the diversity of the patients, families and communities we serve. Learn more about workplace inclusion.

Accessibility & Accommodation

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If you require accommodation during the application process, please reach out to our aSKHR team. SickKids can provide access and inclusion supports to eligible candidates to support their full engagement during the interview and selection process as well as to ensure candidates are able to perform their duties once successfully hired. If you are invited for an interview and require accommodation, please let us know at the time of your invitation to interview. Information received related to access, inclusion or accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

How To Apply

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