Nurse extern Jobs in Toronto, ON

UHN is Canada’s #1 hospital and the world’s #1 publicly funded hospital. With 10 sites and more than 44,000 TeamUHN members, UHN consists of Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, The Michener Institute of Education and West Park Healthcare Centre. As Canada's top research hospital, the scope of biomedical research and complexity of cases at UHN have made it a national and international source for discovery, education and patient care. UHN has the largest hospital-based research program in Canada, with major research in neurosciences, cardiology, transplantation, oncology, surgical innovation, infectious diseases, genomic medicine and rehabilitation medicine. UHN is a research hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto.UHN’s vision is to build A Healthier World and it’s only because of the talented and dedicated people who work here that we are continually bringing that vision closer to reality.Union : Non-UnionSite : Toronto General or Toronto WesternHours : Various hours; must be available minimum 1 shift per week (7.5 hours)Salary : $20.60 per hourStatus : Temporary Part-Time (ending March 31, 2026)Anticipated Start Date : May 20, 2025Position SummaryUHN is recruiting Respiratory Therapy (RT) Student Clinical Externs to work under the direct and / or indirect supervision of Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists to provide support to patient care.The RT Student clinical extern will be working in the capacity as an unregulated health care provider. RT Student clinical externs work in collaboration with the clinical team under direct and / or indirect supervision of an appointed UHN RTs.Externs will be hired on contract, working a minimum of 7.5 hours per week. The scheduling of these hours will be determined based on department needs, supervising therapist availability and may include weekday or weekend shifts.DutiesSupports provision of quality RT services to patients at UHN within the framework of patient centred careAssists with care activities such as set up and support for the RT for : Endotracheal and tracheostomy tie changesoutpatient bronchoscopiesintubation preparationventilator and equipment transportCleans, checks, sets up and organizes equipmentCommunicates effectively with members of the interprofessional teamPerforms all other duties as requiredAvailable to work at least one day per week until March 31, 2026.QualificationsMust be a Respiratory Therapy Student in 2nd or 3rd year of training program accredited by the Council on Accreditation of Respiratory Therapy Education, administered by the Canadian Society of Respiratory TherapistsPrevious hospital experience as an employee, learner or volunteer an assetPrevious experience in clinical placement an assetStrong interpersonal skillsAble to work independently and in a teamMust be able to perform the physical demands of the jobAdditional InformationIn addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.Competitive offer packagesGovernment organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle serviceA flexible work environmentOpportunities for development and promotions within a large organizationAdditional perks (multiple corporate discounts including : travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly.Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.#J-18808-Ljbffr