Clinical Extern (Respiratory Therapy Students) – Respiratory Therapy – Part Time Temporary (until Approx. May 2022) – Markham site

Job title: Clinical Extern (Respiratory Therapy Students) – Respiratory Therapy – Part Time Temporary (until Approx. May 2022) – Markham site

Job description: Who you are:

You are an innovative and patient centered individual who provides excellence within their profession

You are a team player with excellent communication, critical thinking and customer service skills

You have vision, flexibility, transparency, honesty and practicality

You are organized, accurate, able to multi task and meet deadlines

You support the patient experience, your colleagues and others cultural and spiritual beliefs

You encompass MSH’s core values and live the words of Respect, Trust, Commitment, Compassion and Courage

Who we are:

Markham Stouffville Hospital (MSH) is one of Ontario’s leading community hospitals. Across our two sites (Markham and Uxbridge) and Reactivation Care Centre (RCC), we provide high quality, patient-centred care to more than 435,000 patients each year. We offer diagnostic and emergency services and deliver clinical programs in acute care medicine and surgery, addictions and mental health, and childbirth and children’s services. We are also proud to be part of the Eastern York Region North Durham Ontario Health Team (OHT).

Our 526 physicians, 28 midwives, 2,400 staff and 1,000 volunteers serve patients and families with an honoured to care mindset and are focused on delivering an extraordinary patient experience to the residents of Markham, Whitchurch-Stouffville, Uxbridge and beyond.. We are dedicated to providing access to the right care, at the right time, in the right place by the right people and at the right cost. Are you ready to join us?

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The Clinical Extern Program is an extraordinary, real-world opportunity available to respiratory therapy students enrolled in an accredited respiratory therapy program prior to entering into their last years of their respiratory therapy program. This program will allow the Clinical Extern to work as an Unregulated Health Care Worker in one of our clinical areas while gaining hands-on experience in performing fundamental patient care and equipment duties.

Assigned within the respiratory therapy team to an identified Respiratory Therapist and reporting to the Manager, the Clinical Extern will work within our model of care to gain an understanding and appreciation for the role of the Respiratory Therapist, as well as assist with the functioning of the clinical team at the patient care level. Working in an Interprofessional team environment, the Clinical Extern will adhere to strict privacy and confidentiality and contribute as an enthusiastic and person-focused reliable student fostering a positive patient and family experience.

WORK SCHEDULE:

Days, evenings, nights, weekends. Included are statutory holidays, school holidays.

12 hour shifts (subject to change)

Compensation:

Salary Rate: $19.81 per hour

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

• Currently enrolled in an accredited Respiratory Therapy program, and entering into final years of a Respiratory Therapy (in year 2 and 3) program;
• Current BCLS required;
• Well-developed communication, critical thinking and organizational skills with proven ability to prioritize and take initiative;
• Proven ability to maintain strict confidentiality;
• Ability to work all shifts as necessary;
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment
• Must have a satisfactory performance record;
• An official school transcript will be required if you are invited to be interviewed for this position;
• Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Respect, Compassion, Trust, Courage, Commitment;
• Ability to embrace ongoing change and innovations
• Demonstrated commitment to a person centred care environment
• Demonstrated good attendance record with the ability to maintain this same standard
• Demonstrates a commitment to a healthy and safe workplace for self and others (staff, patients, families, etc.) by taking all reasonable precautions and working in compliance with hospital related policies, health and safety legislation and best practices and completing relevant mandatory education as required

Markham Stouffville Hospital takes pride in serving some of Canada’s most diverse communities. We are committed to fostering an environment of equity and inclusivity where every person can work and receive care safely, openly and honestly. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nation of origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital or family status, belief system, or other factors related to one’s personal identity and/or values. Furthermore, Markham Stouffville Hospital is committed to meeting the needs of all individuals in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Should you require accommodations during the recruitment and selection process, please contact Human Resources.

Company: Markham Stouffville Hospital

Expected salary:

Location: Markham, ON

Job date: Sat, 01 May 2021 22:24:36 GMT