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Brant Community Healthcare System

5d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior, Mid & Senior Level
  • Consulting
    Healthcare
  • Brantford

AI generated summary

  • You must possess a valid Ontario respiratory therapist certificate, BCLS, ACLS, and preferably PALS/NPR. Strong teamwork, communication, and critical thinking skills, plus clinical and home oxygen experience are essential.
  • You will support anesthesiology in the OR and Labour and Delivery, manage ventilated patients, assist with intubation transport, assess high-risk patients, and be on call.

Requirements

  • Must hold a valid certificate from the College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario
  • Current BCLS, ACLS certification required. PALS and NPR certification an asset.
  • Able to work independently and as part of a team
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, critical thinking, and time management skills
  • Demonstrated previous clinical experience
  • Demonstrated commitment to quality patient care
  • Home oxygen experience an asset
  • Excellent attendance and work record

Responsibilities

  • Supporting the functioning of the anesthesiology role in the Operating Room and Labour and Delivery.
  • Managing mechanically ventilated patients including modification of ventilation in accordance with ventilation and weaning protocols.
  • Assisting in the transport of intubated patients.
  • Ongoing assessment and intervention for high risk respiratory failure patients.
  • Achieving certification in intubation and arterial line insertion.
  • Participating in the on call rotation.
  • Safety (patient, worker & workplace) is a BCHS Corporate Priority. The successful applicant will demonstrate good stewardship in the identification, reporting and mitigation of unsafe acts or conditions.

FAQs

What is the work environment like at Brant Community Healthcare System (BCHS)?

BCHS offers a collaborative work environment with support available 24/7 from managers, physicians, allied health, and support staff.

What kind of positions are available for Respiratory Therapists at BCHS?

BCHS provides Casual, Part-time, and Full-time positions, including a 4 on 5 off schedule for full-time nurses.

What qualifications are required to apply for the Respiratory Therapist position?

Applicants must hold a valid certificate from the College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario, as well as current BCLS and ACLS certifications. PALS and NPR certifications are considered assets.

Is there an opportunity for ongoing education or professional development at BCHS?

Yes, BCHS offers a Tuition Reimbursement program through a Centralized Education Fund to support ongoing education and professional development.

What kind of benefits does BCHS offer to its employees?

Employees receive benefits such as a HOOPP Pension Plan, discounted onsite parking, and access to a free and confidential Employee Assistance Program for wellness support.

What will be my primary responsibilities as a Respiratory Therapist at BCHS?

Your primary responsibilities will include supporting the anesthesiology role, managing mechanically ventilated patients, assisting in the transport of intubated patients, and conducting ongoing assessments for high-risk respiratory failure patients.

Is there an on-call rotation for this position?

Yes, participation in the on-call rotation is part of the responsibilities for the Respiratory Therapist position.

Are there health and safety measures in place for employees at BCHS?

Yes, BCHS prioritizes safety and provides ongoing infection and prevention control measures, education, and appropriate PPE to all employees.

What is BCHS's stance on diversity and inclusion in hiring?

BCHS is committed to employment equity and diversity, actively welcoming applications from various backgrounds, including women, racialized groups, visible minorities, Indigenous persons, and individuals of diverse sexual orientations and gender identities.

Can accommodations be provided during the application process for individuals with disabilities?

Yes, BCHS provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request to ensure equal opportunities during recruitment and selection.

Brant Community Healthcare System

Exceptional Care - Exceptional People.

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Mission & Purpose

The Brant Community Healthcare System (BCHS) in Brantford and Paris Ontario, is a leading community health care organization with a total of 262 beds and more than 2,300 staff, physicians and volunteers providing support, programs and services to over 120,000 residents in our community. In 1999, The Willett Hospital in Paris and the Brantford General Hospital became the first two partners in the BCHS. The Brantford General Hospital is a regional acute health centre and the Willett site provides urgent care and ambulatory services for those in need. The BCHS has been awarded the 'Gold' Quality Healthcare Workplace award by the Ontario Hospital Association and Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care for two years in a row and are an affiliated teaching site of the McMaster University Michael G. DeGroote School of Medicine. We are also the regional centre for Paediatrics, Mental Health, Obstetrics, Gynaecology, CT Scanning, Critical Care, Surgical Services, Ambulatory Care and Emergency Medicine and the site of the Brant Community Cancer Clinic and the S.C. Johnson Dialysis Clinic for patients throughout Brant County and Haldimand-Norfolk.