Respiratory Therapy Clinical Externs at LHSC

Who We Are

London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC) is a world-class academic health sciences centre located in the southwestern Ontario city of London. Just two hours from Toronto and two hours from Detroit, London features a beautiful and walkable downtown core located on the Thames River, a vibrant culinary scene and scores of activities that highlight local arts, culture and music. As one of Canada’s largest acute-care teaching hospitals, LHSC delivers world-class care and experiences, built on our commitment to excellence in research, innovation, and learning. In partnership with our communities, we design and advance healthcare to support the wellness of the populations we serve. LHSC delivers both local and regional services, including the Children’s Hospital, within a large geographic area. LHSC is known for its great people and great care, with a workforce of close to 15,000, dedicated to delivering the highest quality patient care while partnering with communities to transform health, one life at a time.

Posting Period

Open:        April 19, 2024

Deadline:   April 30, 2024

Non- Union

Department Name

Respiratoy Therapy Department 

We’re currently searching for RT Students to support our dynamic team. Working under the direction of the clinical team, the  Respiratory Therapy Clinical Externs provides RT equipment knowledge, and supports patient flow within the hospital as required. The Respiratory Therapy Clinical Externs communicates effectively with patients, staff and families, and provides excellent customer service at all times. 

Respiratory Therapy Clinical Externs will work part time hours to a maximum of full time hours (37.5 hours per week). The scheduling of these hours will be determined based on the Hospitals needs (University Hospital and Victoria Hospital) and may include day/evening/night and weekend shifts.

What we offer:

Rate of Pay:  $20.60 per hour

Temporary Part time up to May 1, 2025

Qualifications

• Respiratory Therapist students enrolled in at least 2nd year of a recognized School of Respiratory Therapy 
• Demonstrated evidence of excellent academic standing
• Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the position
• Excellent communication abilities and interpersonal skills to interact positively and effectively with patients, staff and the general public
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple and changing tasks that require attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of a team
• Commitment to patient/family centered care with a service-oriented attitude
• Ability to problem solve and demonstrate initiative within appropriate scope of practice
• Demonstrated computer proficiency with Automated Clinical Systems
• Demonstrated Proficient Microsoft Office Suite skills
• Demonstrated practice and commitment to the principles of patient and family centered care
• Demonstrated practice and commitment to patient and staff safety at LHSC
• Demonstrated practice and commitment to LHSC’s Mission, Vision and Values
• Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular basis

If interested in this role, please apply with a resume that outlines all current and previous experience relevant to the position. 

We are committed to providing a safe, healthy and inclusive work environment that inspires respect. LHSC is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from equity-denied groups including Indigenous people, racialized people, women, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons. LHSC is also committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive recruitment process. Upon individual request, we will endeavor to remove any barrier to the hiring process to reasonably accommodate candidates, including those with disabilities, while maintaining a fair, consistent and equitable recruitment approach. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview or selection processes, please contact Recruitment Services at 519-685-8500, extension #34321 or recruitment@lhsc.on.ca . 

 As part of the selection process applicants may be required to complete an examination or test. Please be advised that a reference check may be conducted as part of the selection process. 

Your interest in this opportunity is appreciated. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Successful candidates, as a condition of job offer, would be required to provide a satisfactory police information check (original document) completed in the last 6 months. 

 Please be advised, if you are seeking employment on a temporary work or study permit we recommend reviewing work permit restrictions as it applies to healthcare organizations in Canada. As per the Government of Canada, LHSC is considered a hospital/healthcare organization, even if an employee is functioning in a non-patient facing role. Individuals on a work or study permit seeking employment in this sector may be required to complete additional steps in the process, including but not limited to a medical exam, which may also apply to employees looking to renew their work permits. It is the employee’s accountability to ensure they are adhering to their specific work permit restrictions, and we encourage all candidates and LHSC employees to be proactive and review restrictions as soon as possible as it could be a lengthy process