Charge Respiratory Therapist
REVISE AND REPOST
Join Northeastern Ontario’s Health Care Leaders!
Health Sciences North is an organization dedicated to being patient and family focused, digitally enabled, and socially accountable, while supporting and developing our people and advancing our academic and research impact for Northeastern Ontario. We pride ourselves on being a learning hospital, providing professional development opportunities for our staff.
As of January 2026, Expansion of “As of Right” legislation allows more regulated health professionals moving to Ontario from another province to practice right away while they await registration with the regulatory body in Ontario. More information can be found here. Visit the applicable Ontario Health Regulatory College to verify eligibility requirements.
Role Overview:
Under the medical direction and supervision of a physician, Respiratory Therapists plan and implement a variety of therapeutic and diagnostic procedures for patients suffering from a wide range of cardiac and pulmonary disorders. In the RT role, you will have the opportunity to provide mechanical ventilatory support to victims of motor-vehicle accident, stroke or heart attack. You will support patients undergoing abdominal, thoracic or open-heart surgery. You will assist pediatrics patients and premature infants in their quest to breathe and you perform various breathing tests to provide diagnostics information in the Pulmonary Function Laboratory. The Respiratory Therapy Department at HSN provides 24 – hour coverage.
HSN INCENTIVES
We offer competitive salary and vacation, extended health and dental benefits. In addition, there are additional monetary incentives available upon hire such as signing bonus of $5000, reimbursement for examination/registration and/or relocation allowance.
We are proud to participate in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP), offering our valued employees the security and peace of mind that comes with a defined benefit pension plan. We understand the importance of financial well-being and believe that a strong pension, like HOOPP, recognizes our employees and provides a stable foundation for their future as part of the overall compensation package. HOOPP is also a multi-employer pension plan, meaning it can be transferred between many organizations in the province. Join us and start building a future you can look forward to. For every dollar an employee contributes to HOOPP, the employer (HSN) contributes $1.26, meaning the plan is 55% funded by the employer, and 45% funded by the employee. All employees are eligible to join immediately upon hire.
At HSN/HSNRI, we prioritize the physical and psychological wellness of all our staff through a variety of initiatives, aimed at creating a supportive and engaging workplace. Our Wellness Committee actively promotes health and well-being offering tips and resources to support wellness of our staff. We pride ourselves on recognizing our dedicated team members through Years of Service Celebrations and Excellence in Action Awards, celebrating outstanding achievements across the organization. We host Employee & Medical Staff appreciation events, and celebrations throughout the year, fostering a sense of community. Leadership development training is available to staff as well as an education fund, ensuring our people are our number one asset.
HSN provides support through our Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), which is available for all HSN staff and family members regardless of status, position, affiliation, etc.
Interested applicants are asked to apply directly to requisition #9694 on the HSN Careers Website at https://careers.hsnsudbury.ca/. Opportunities will remain posted until filled.
KEY FUNCTION:
Provide clinical leadership for delivey of care and operational oversight of Respiratory Services on a day-to-day basis. Coordinate staffing, support complex clinical decision making and promote high quality patient care across all patient care areas. Provide mentorship, education and adherance in professional standards.
REPORTING:
Under the general direction of the Clinical Manager, Respiratory Therapy.
DUTIES:
- Responsible for coordinating delivery of care on a day-to-day basis.
- Support the delivery of quality patient care by ensuring compliance with organizational policies and procedures.
- Assist with the clinical guidance and ongoing development of staff by providing ongoing feedback, education and certifications for professional competencies.
- Consult with members of the health care team to assess, plan, implement and evaluate Respiratory Care.
- Ensure the availability of required supplies and equipment to support safe and effective patient care.
- Support departmental budgeting including monitoring expenses, and making recommentations for equipment purchases based on operational and clincal needs.
- Oversee the work of others in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), its regulations, and HSN policies.
- Determine and align improvement projects with HSN’s Strategic Plan; monitor and adjust to achieve goal outcomes.
- Contribute to learner development by providing academic support, mentorship, preceptorship and supervision as required.
- Participate in education and training specific to current, relevant federal and provincial health and safety legislation, standards and guidelines.
- Educate and promote health, safety and wellness in the work place.
- Represent the department or program on various committees and in meetings as required.
- Perform other duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION AND TRAINING:
- Minimum of a three (3) year Advanced Diploma in Respiratory Therapy from an accredited college.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Respiratory Therapy or related field is preferred.
- Specialty certifications are preferred.
- Current Certificate of Registration in good standing with the College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario.
- Ministry of Labour “Worker Health and Safety Awareness in 4 Steps” training certificate is required.
EXPERIENCE:
- Minimum of five (5) years’ recent and relevant experience in Respiratory Therapy.
- Related leadership experience including training and mentoring staff, students and colleagues is preferred.
- Adult teaching and supervisory experience is preferred.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
- Demonstrated strong clinical competence in Respiratory Therapy.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate others.
- Demonstrate excellent problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
- Demonstrated ability to mentor students and support personnel.
- Demonstrated ability to adapt to new technologies and processes.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in general health care and community resources.
- Demonstrated training, experience or utilization of quality improvement methodology for process improvement.
- Demonstrated ability to independently identify issues, plan improvements, measure success and continue improvement.
- Demonstrated excellent computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office software (e.g. Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook) and patient information systems.
- Demonstrated superior interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Demonstrated ability to manage routine correspondence, multiple tasks/projects, diversified workload and rapidly changing priorities and challenging deadlines.
- Demonstrated discretion and maturity when handling confidential information.
- Demonstrated commitment to the safety of co-workers and patients.
PERSONAL SUITABILITY:
- Successful Vulnerable Sector Check is required.
- Ability to use tact and discretion in dealing with health care providers and patients.
- Proven ability to work independently and in a team environment.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
- Demonstrated ability to perform with minimal supervision; to prioritize duties.
- Demonstrated ability to work outside regular work hours as required.
- Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development.
- Demonstrated professionalism in dealing with confidential and sensitive issues.
- Demonstrated positive work record and good attendance record.
- Ability to meet the physical and sensory demands of the job.
- Ability to travel between local sites.
Selection Process: Candidates will be selected for this position on the basis of their skill, ability, experience and qualifications as identified in the resume and completed Application Form submitted. The Hospital reserves the right to conduct a formal interview where required. This posting is for an existing vacancy.
Health Sciences North is committed to providing accommodations to applicants with disabilities to enable their participation in the recruitment, assessment, selection and hiring stages of employment.
HSN THANKS ALL APPLICANTS.
ONLY THOSE SELECTED FOR INTERVIEWS WILL BE CONTACTED.
WE WILL NOT ACCEPT APPLICATIONS AFTER THE CLOSING DATE AND TIME.
