RRT- Respiratory Therapy WLMH

Unit Summary

.The WLMH is a 50 bed full service community hospital providing primary care services to the patients it serves. The site is a teaching center for primary care medicine through McMaster University. The WLMH provides general medicine and surgery services, obstetrical services all supported by an intensive care unit and a full service emergency department. The RRT role combines mentorship and hands on clinical care of patients in all areas.

Position Summary

Accountable to the Clinical Manager- Programs. The RRT supports the care and management of patients requiring invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilation. Other responsibilities include advanced neonatal resuscitation and newborn airway management, oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy, and ABGS; assisting patients with their pre/post tracheotomy care and needs; liaising with the medical specialists. The RRT will provide respiratory therapy assessments, therapy discharge and care plans. The RRT is also a key member of the Code Blue team. The RRT will be required to attend patient and program meetings as well as communicate with appropriate home care vendors/clients. The Respiratory Therapist will work autonomously, make decisions and apply judgement in their day-to-day work. Acts as resource to the cardio-respiratory department. The RRT utilizes a multidisciplinary and collaborative team approach dedicated to the principles of patient and family centered care.

Schedule Work Hours

days, evenings, nights, weekends, holidays

Qualifications

1. Graduate from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program
2. Current General Certificate of Registration with the College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario (CRTO) and in good standing with College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario
3. Successful completion of the Canadian Board of Respiratory Care (CBRC) exam
4. Valid BCLS and ACLS certifications
5. Valid NRP certification
6. Experience in respiratory rehabilitation; invasive and non-invasive ventilation and oxygen therapy and the application of the ADP forms with The Ministry of Health and Long Term Care
7. Recent experience in Adult Respiratory Care in advanced airway secretion clearance techniques and difficult airway management within the last 3 years.
8. Recent experience within an adult critical care setting within the last 3 years
9. Recent experience in Neonatal airway management and pediatric airway management within the last 3 years
10. Demonstrated proficiency in adult oral endotracheal intubation, adult arterial blood gas sampling, and adult tracheostomy management and care
11. Demonstrated knowledge of the respiratory care, support and critical care management of adult critical care patients
12. Demonstrated knowledge and maintenance of respiratory, resuscitation and anesthesia related equipment
13. Demonstrated leadership and coordinator skills in a fast paced environment
14. Demonstrated creativity and innovation in the delivery of patient care
15. Demonstrated excellent skills in communication, organization and interaction with multiple health care team members and an understanding of other programs within HHS
16. Demonstrated commitment to family centered care
17. Ability to provide respiratory therapy assessments and related education for patients, caregivers, allied health professionals and physicians
18. Post graduate education/certification in Asthma Education and/or COPD
19. Post graduate education/certification in Intensive Smoking Cessation preferred

Hamilton Health Sciences fosters a culture of patient and staff safety, whereby all employees are guided by our Mission, Vision, Values, and Values Based Code of Conduct. Hamilton Health Sciences is a teaching hospital and all staff and physicians are expected to support students and other learners.

To be considered for this opportunity applicants must apply during the posting period. All internal and external applicants may ONLY apply via the Careers website. This job posting is for an existing vacancy.

Hamilton Health Sciences is an equal opportunity employer and we will accommodate any needs under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Hiring processes will be modified to remove barriers to accommodate those with disabilities, if requested. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application processes, please contact Human Resources at 905-521-2100, Ext. 46947 for assistance. If the applicant requires a specific accommodation because of a disability during an interview, the applicant will need to advise the hiring manager when scheduling the interview and the appropriate accommodations can be made.

This competition is open to all qualified applicants, however, qualified internal applicants will be considered first. Past performance will be considered as part of the selection process. If you are a previous employee of Hamilton Health Sciences, please note: the circumstances around an employee's exit will be considered prior to an offer of employment. Proficiency in both Official Languages, French and English, is considered an asset.