About SickKids

Dedicated exclusively to children and their families, The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) is one of the largest and most respected paediatric healthcare centres in the world. As innovators in child health, we lead and partner to improve the health of children through the integration of healthcare, leading-edge research and education. Our reputation would not have been built - nor could it be maintained - without the skills, knowledge and experience of the extraordinary people who come to work here every day. SickKids is committed to ongoing learning and development, and features a caring and supportive work environment that combines exceptionally high standards of practice.

When you join SickKids, you become part of our community. We share a commitment and determination to fulfill our vision of Healthier Children. A Better World.

Don't miss out on the opportunity to work alongside the world's best in paediatric healthcare.

Position Description

Working collaboratively within an inter-professional team you will provide family-centered cardio-respiratory care to infants and children.

Here's What You'll Get To Do:

• Provide diagnostic and therapeutic support in the treatment and management of infants and children with cardio-respiratory compromise
• Collaborate with the health care team to develop and implement a patient care plan and provide education and support to all involved in the continuum of care
• Support our mission of excellence in health care, research and teaching by sharing your knowledge, expertise and experience with other health care professionals and striving to integrate research into practice

Here's What You'll Need:

• Diploma from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program
• BSc or equivalent preferred
• Registration with the College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario (CRTO)
• Successful completion of the Health Professionals Testing Canada exam (HPTC) administered by the Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists
• Pediatric ICU experience preferred
• Professionalism and attention to detail with excellent written and verbal communication, organizational, time management, problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• Demonstrated ability to be a team player who is highly motivated, self-directed, pro-active and able to take initiative
• Demonstrates commitment and actions in advancing equity, diversity and inclusion objectives.

Here's What You'll Love:

• This position is eligible for employee benefits coverage including but not limited to; health, dental and life insurance. The full benefits package will be discussed at the time of offer.
• A focus on employee wellness with our new Staff Health and Well-being Strategy. Self-care helps us support others.
• A hospital that welcomes and focuses on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.
• The opportunity to make an impact. Regardless of your role or professional interest, you will be making a difference at SickKids and contributing to our vision of Healthier Children. A Better World.
• For more on why you'll love working at SickKids, visit our careers site.

Employment Type:

• Full-time - 0.8 - 1.0 FTE

Our Commitment to Diversity

SickKids is committed to championing equity, diversity and inclusion in all that we do, fostering an intentionally inclusive and culturally safe environment that reflects the diversity of the patients, families and communities we serve. Learn more about workplace inclusion.

Accessibility & Accommodation

If you require accommodation during the application process, please reach out to our aSKHR team. SickKids can provide access and inclusion supports to eligible candidates to support their full engagement during the interview and selection process as well as to ensure candidates are able to perform their duties once successfully hired. If you are invited for an interview and require accommodation, please let us know at the time of your invitation to interview. Information received related to access, inclusion or accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

How To Apply

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