- Successful completion of a recognized Respiratory Therapy Program required; completion of Bachelors Degree in a related field preferred
- Current Certificate of Registration with the College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario
- Current membership with the Respiratory Therapy Society of Ontario and/or Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists and/or the Ontario Respiratory Care Society and/or other related associations preferred
- Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certificate preferred
- Previous Respiratory Therapy experience working in a critical care environment; recent experience working in Paediatric critical care preferred
- Neonatal Resuscitation Provider (NRP) and/or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) preferred
- Demonstrated proficiency in computer programs (ie. Outlook, PowerChart, Infomed) relevant to all pertinent documentation and workload data collection
- Demonstrated excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills (both oral and written)
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and as an effective team member
- Ability to demonstrate a proven track record of taking the initiative and contributing to the department, the hospital and the practice is preferred
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving, decision-making and critical thinking skills
- Exhibits a positive and enthusiastic attitude toward his/her work
- Demonstrated ability to work through difficult situations and in a high stress, dynamic environment
- Demonstrated effective conflict resolution skills
- Demonstrated practice and commitment to the principles of patient and family centered care
- Demonstrated practice and commitment to patient and staff safety at LHSC
- Demonstrated practice and commitment to LHSC’s vision, purpose and values
- Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular basis
Immunization Requirements:
Before beginning employment at LHSC, all new hires will be required to:
- Provide vaccination records or proof of immunity against measles, mumps, rubella and varicella (chicken pox), Hepatitis B, Tetanus/Diptheria/Polio; Meningitis
- Provide documentation of the Tuberculosis skin testing (two step)
- Provide proof of Health Canada-approved COVID-19 vaccination reflective of Ontario Health's current definition of being fully vaccinated
- For more information visit https://www.lhsc.on.ca/careers/health-review-requirements
WHY JOIN US!
There are so many great reasons to join London Health Sciences Centre. Here are a few of the great reasons for joining LHSC. We know that once you get to know us better, you'll want to add your own reasons to the list!
- A Leading-Edge Environment
- International Acclaim
- On-Site Wellness Centre
- Competitive wages
- Job Security
- On the Job Training
- Internal career progression and advancement opportunities
Together we care, we learn, we discover
If interested in this role, please apply with a resume that outlines all current and previous experience relevant to the position.
We are committed to providing a safe, healthy and inclusive work environment that inspires respect. LHSC is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from equity-denied groups including Indigenous people, racialized people, women, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons. LHSC is also committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive recruitment process. Upon individual request, we will endeavor to remove any barrier to the hiring process to reasonably accommodate candidates, including those with disabilities, while maintaining a fair, consistent and equitable recruitment approach. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview or selection processes, please contact Recruitment Services at 519-685-8500, extension #34321 or recruitment@lhsc.on.ca .
As part of the selection process applicants may be required to complete an examination or test. Please be advised that a reference check may be conducted as part of the selection process.
Your interest in this opportunity is appreciated. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Successful candidates, as a condition of job offer, would be required to provide a satisfactory police information check (original document) completed in the last 6 months.
Please be advised, if you are seeking employment on a temporary work or study permit we recommend reviewing work permit resitrictions as it applies to healthcare organizations in Canada. As per the Government of Canada, LHSC is considered a hospital/healthcare organization, even if an employee is functioning in a non-patient facing role. Individuals on a work or study permit seeking employment in this sector may be required to complete additional steps in the process, including but not limited to a medical exam, which may also apply to employees looking to renew their work permits. It is the employee's accountability to ensure they are adhering to their specific work permit restrictions, and we encourage all candidates and LHSC employees to be proactive and review restrictions as soon as possible as it could be a lengthy process.
Does this sound like you? If so, join our growing team!