Top Benefits
About the role
Exciting Job Opportunity with the Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario (CHEO)!
MUST HAVES
- Respiratory Therapy program graduate from an accredited university/college
- Member of the College of Respiratory Therapy
- Five (5) years of critical care experience
- Current BCLS, NRP/PALS
- Vulnerable Sector Check
POSITION SUMMARY
The Transport team has the specialized expertise and equipment to care for patients as they are transported to the hospital by ambulance, plane, or rotor. The Transport team provides 24/7 service to hospitals in Eastern Ontario, portions of Southern and Northern Ontario as well as Western Quebec. Critical care is initiated by the transport team on arrival at the referring hospital and continued throughout the transport. Members of this team have a shared responsibility in a two-member team for the seamless transfer of Neonatal and Pediatric patients from rural and regional hospitals, tertiary care institutions and remote locations. The Critical Care Transport Respiratory Therapist is recognized as an expert clinician with demonstrated knowledge, skills, critical thinking, teamwork, and problem-solving skills. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to: advanced patient assessment, stabilization and interventions working under medical directives approved by the Transport Medical Director and functioning as an ambassador of CHEO.
If you are seeking a career where every day is an adventure, join our team at CHEO as a Registered Respiratory Therapist and embark on an exhilarating journey filled with challenges, fast-paced environments, and the thrill of providing critical care to pediatric patients across diverse regions.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Travel Enthusiast: Embark on a journey across Southeast, Northeast, and Champlain regions (LHINs), utilizing various modes of transportation including land, air (plane and helicopter), to deliver exceptional care wherever it's needed.
- Team Player: Collaboration is the cornerstone of our approach. Your ability to seamlessly integrate within multidisciplinary teams is pivotal in ensuring comprehensive care for our young patients.
- Autonomous Practice: Take the lead in managing critical situations, utilizing your expanded skill set which includes but is not limited to inserting chest tubes, administering IV medications, line insertion/maintenance, interpreting diagnostic imaging, and more.
- Pediatric Expertise: From 22-week gestation to 40 kg, and expanding up to 18 years of age, your experience with pediatric patients is invaluable in delivering tailored care at every stage of development.
- Comprehensive Training: Equip yourself with the tools needed to thrive through extensive training and support, ensuring you're fully prepared to tackle any scenario with confidence and competence.
- Exciting Challenges: Brace yourself for a career filled with excitement and unpredictability, where every day presents new challenges and opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Cool Under Pressure: Remain calm and composed in high-stress environments, demonstrating the ability to make quick and effective decisions in critical situations.
The Critical Care Transport Team Respiratory Therapist role at CHEO is a top-tier opportunity for seasoned RTs to advance their careers. It provides advanced training in critical care transport, fosters collaborative learning with peers, and exposes RTs to the latest technologies and practices. Experience with CHEO’s Critical Care Transport Team provides RTs opportunity to enhance their expertise and opens doors to leadership opportunities in the field. It’s a chance to refine skills, expand professional networks, and make a significant impact in critical care.
If you're ready to take your career to new heights and experience the thrill of making a difference where it matters most, join us as an Ambassador for CHEO and become part of a team dedicated to excellence in pediatric respiratory care. Apply now and prepare for the adventure of a lifetime!
Why Choose CHEO?
- Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a compensation package that includes 3 weeks of vacation progressing with full-time years of service, 11 paid Statutory Holidays, Dental & Extended Health Care plan, as well as Group Life Insurance plans, with a salary scale ranging from $41.85 to $57.74 per hour progressing yearly. CHEO also offers a comprehensive Employee Family Assistance Plan and 100% mental health services coverage.
- Professional Development: Opportunities for growth and advancement within our organization. Supportive Environment: Work in a collaborative team environment that values your contributions.
- Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP): Secure your future with a comprehensive pension plan, providing peace of mind and financial stability as you continue your career journey with us.
- Relocation Assistance
About CHEO
Dedicated to helping children and youth live their best lives, CHEO is a global leader in pediatric health care and research. Based in Ottawa, CHEO includes a hospital, children’s treatment centre, school and research institute, with satellite services located throughout Eastern Ontario. CHEO provides excellence in complex pediatric care, research and education. We are committed to partnering with families and the community to provide exceptional care — where, when and how it’s needed. CHEO is a founding member of Kids Health Alliance, a network of partners working to create a high quality, standardized and coordinated approach to pediatric health care that is centred around children, youth and their families. Every year, CHEO helps more than 500,000 children and youth from Eastern Ontario, western Quebec, Nunavut and Northern Ontario.
Top Benefits
About the role
Exciting Job Opportunity with the Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario (CHEO)!
MUST HAVES
- Respiratory Therapy program graduate from an accredited university/college
- Member of the College of Respiratory Therapy
- Five (5) years of critical care experience
- Current BCLS, NRP/PALS
- Vulnerable Sector Check
POSITION SUMMARY
The Transport team has the specialized expertise and equipment to care for patients as they are transported to the hospital by ambulance, plane, or rotor. The Transport team provides 24/7 service to hospitals in Eastern Ontario, portions of Southern and Northern Ontario as well as Western Quebec. Critical care is initiated by the transport team on arrival at the referring hospital and continued throughout the transport. Members of this team have a shared responsibility in a two-member team for the seamless transfer of Neonatal and Pediatric patients from rural and regional hospitals, tertiary care institutions and remote locations. The Critical Care Transport Respiratory Therapist is recognized as an expert clinician with demonstrated knowledge, skills, critical thinking, teamwork, and problem-solving skills. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to: advanced patient assessment, stabilization and interventions working under medical directives approved by the Transport Medical Director and functioning as an ambassador of CHEO.
If you are seeking a career where every day is an adventure, join our team at CHEO as a Registered Respiratory Therapist and embark on an exhilarating journey filled with challenges, fast-paced environments, and the thrill of providing critical care to pediatric patients across diverse regions.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Travel Enthusiast: Embark on a journey across Southeast, Northeast, and Champlain regions (LHINs), utilizing various modes of transportation including land, air (plane and helicopter), to deliver exceptional care wherever it's needed.
- Team Player: Collaboration is the cornerstone of our approach. Your ability to seamlessly integrate within multidisciplinary teams is pivotal in ensuring comprehensive care for our young patients.
- Autonomous Practice: Take the lead in managing critical situations, utilizing your expanded skill set which includes but is not limited to inserting chest tubes, administering IV medications, line insertion/maintenance, interpreting diagnostic imaging, and more.
- Pediatric Expertise: From 22-week gestation to 40 kg, and expanding up to 18 years of age, your experience with pediatric patients is invaluable in delivering tailored care at every stage of development.
- Comprehensive Training: Equip yourself with the tools needed to thrive through extensive training and support, ensuring you're fully prepared to tackle any scenario with confidence and competence.
- Exciting Challenges: Brace yourself for a career filled with excitement and unpredictability, where every day presents new challenges and opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Cool Under Pressure: Remain calm and composed in high-stress environments, demonstrating the ability to make quick and effective decisions in critical situations.
The Critical Care Transport Team Respiratory Therapist role at CHEO is a top-tier opportunity for seasoned RTs to advance their careers. It provides advanced training in critical care transport, fosters collaborative learning with peers, and exposes RTs to the latest technologies and practices. Experience with CHEO’s Critical Care Transport Team provides RTs opportunity to enhance their expertise and opens doors to leadership opportunities in the field. It’s a chance to refine skills, expand professional networks, and make a significant impact in critical care.
If you're ready to take your career to new heights and experience the thrill of making a difference where it matters most, join us as an Ambassador for CHEO and become part of a team dedicated to excellence in pediatric respiratory care. Apply now and prepare for the adventure of a lifetime!
Why Choose CHEO?
- Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a compensation package that includes 3 weeks of vacation progressing with full-time years of service, 11 paid Statutory Holidays, Dental & Extended Health Care plan, as well as Group Life Insurance plans, with a salary scale ranging from $41.85 to $57.74 per hour progressing yearly. CHEO also offers a comprehensive Employee Family Assistance Plan and 100% mental health services coverage.
- Professional Development: Opportunities for growth and advancement within our organization. Supportive Environment: Work in a collaborative team environment that values your contributions.
- Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP): Secure your future with a comprehensive pension plan, providing peace of mind and financial stability as you continue your career journey with us.
- Relocation Assistance
About CHEO
Dedicated to helping children and youth live their best lives, CHEO is a global leader in pediatric health care and research. Based in Ottawa, CHEO includes a hospital, children’s treatment centre, school and research institute, with satellite services located throughout Eastern Ontario. CHEO provides excellence in complex pediatric care, research and education. We are committed to partnering with families and the community to provide exceptional care — where, when and how it’s needed. CHEO is a founding member of Kids Health Alliance, a network of partners working to create a high quality, standardized and coordinated approach to pediatric health care that is centred around children, youth and their families. Every year, CHEO helps more than 500,000 children and youth from Eastern Ontario, western Quebec, Nunavut and Northern Ontario.