Registered Respiratory Therapist

Union: ONA - RT
Number of vacancies: 1
New or Replacement Position: Replacement
Site: West Park Healthcare Centre
Department: Respiratory Therapy
Reports to: Manager, Program Services
Hours: 0 to 37.5 hours
Wage Range: $37.74 - $52.73 per hour. Start rate non-negotiable.
Shifts: 12-Hour Shifts (Days/Nights, Weekends)
Status: Permanent, Part-Time
Closing Date: July 22, 2026
Position Summary:
The Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) is responsible for providing comprehensive respiratory assessments and management plans for patients with respiratory conditions. Our RRTs are front-line healthcare providers who provide respiratory therapy service 24/7 and work within multiple interdisciplinary teams throughout the Centre.
Duties
Care and management of mechanically ventilated patients with a tracheostomy in accordance with Centre’s guidelines and policies
Airway management
Tracheostomy tube management and oxygen therapy assessments/management
Identifies and addresses the educational needs of patients and families
Provides patient care in accordance with all professional and organizational Standards
Responsible to perform arterial blood gas sampling and analysis
Provide clinical leadership during a Code Blue
The RRTs will participate in student supervision, providing education and training to external partners. RRTs are required to work a flexible schedule (days, evenings, nights and weekends)
Graduate of an accredited program for Respiratory Therapy
Current registration with the College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario (CRTO).
Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) certification is required. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) is preferred
Membership in CSRT/RTSO
Excellent communication, critical thinking and interpersonal skills
Excellent time management and prioritization skills as they relate to patient care and ventilation management
Experience in Pulmonary function testing (PFT) is an asset
1 to 2 years of related experience
Ability to work in an interdisciplinary healthcare team environment
Ability to work without direct supervision
Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and ongoing professional development
Delivers care with a patient-focused approach
Competent in a variety of computer skills including electronic medical record documentation

Employment type
Part-time

Work arrangement
No