Technology Jobs in Kenora, ON

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Description

The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for fulfilling clinical, technical and administrative responsibilities within our Respiratory Services department. The Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) is responsible for the providing of oxygen therapy, cardio/respiratory equipment monitoring and the assessment and treatment of cardio/respiratory and associated disorders to maintain or restore ventilation and for diagnostic procedures related to these techniques.

Why Work with LWDH? In this position, there are many benefits to joining our team:

• 3 weeks paid vacation pro-rated
• Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan enrolment, one of Canada’s largest defined benefit pension plans that includes inflation protections, survivor benefits, buyback options, and early retirement
• Desjardin Group Life Insurance coverage that includes basic life insurance, short/long-term disability coverage, and voluntary custom options
• Hospitals of Ontario Disability Income Plan coverage that includes short-term sick pay and long-term disability
• Green Shield Canada extended health benefits for single and family including dental services, prescription, health services, vision, hospital accommodation, etc.
• Relocation and accommodation packages and support
• Access to staff physiotherapy, onsite gym, Employee Assistance Program, staff wellness initiatives, an employee perks program, and much more!

Qualifications

• 1 Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy Program
• Current registration with the College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario (CRTO)
• Current certification in BCLS, NRP and ACLS, and demonstrated ongoing competency and annual recertification
• Knowledge and experience with ventilation (invaisive and noninvaise), airway management, spirometry, arterial blood gas collection, art line insertion, endotracheal intubation / extubation, home oxygen assessment (at rest and exertion) are required
• Demonstrates competency in anesthesia technology
• Demonstrates a cooperative and positive professional attitude
• Able to work with minimal supervision
• Maintains effective inter-professional working relationships
• Demonstrates excellent verbal communication skills
• Willing and able to participate in 24/7 on-call schedule
• Reliable attendance record
• Knowledgeable of Indigenous culture
• Current certification in PALS and CRE preferred

We thank all applicants for their interest but advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Qualified applicants may be considered for other comparable positions or within the same classification other than this posted position.

Please prepare your application in accordance with the qualifications posted in the job advertisement. LWDH is a proud and active partner in the All Nations Health Partners Ontario Health Team, working collaboratively towards the development of a seamless, patient-centre healthcare system. Applications will be screened based on the posted qualifications.

LWDH is committed to the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion and belongingness in our operations, throughout our workplace, and seeks to employ individuals who are committed to and value these principles.

We believe in and promote the rights of all persons with disabilities as outlined in the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA 2005) and its related Accessibility Standards Regulations. To meet this responsibility, LWDH will make appropriate accommodations, including alternative formats available. Please inform Human Resources of any accommodation(s) at any point throughout the recruitment and selection process to ensure your equal participation.

LWDH values the importance of creating a workplace that reflects the population it serves and promotes the representation of the Employment Equity groups as outlined by the Employment Equity Act (1993). Applicants are encouraged to self-declare at the time of application. For more information, to request an accommodation, or to report a frequently publicly posted advertised job posting, please contact the Human Resources Department at 807-468-9861 ext. 2393.