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: $41.86 - $52.73 per hour. Start rate non-negotiable and determined in accordance with collective agreement requirements.
Shifts: 12-Hour Shifts (Days/Nights, Weekends)
Status: Permanent Full-Time
Closing Date: March 5, 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)