Registered Respiratory Therapist at LHSC

Who We Are

For 150 years, London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC) has been a leader in world-class care. As an acute tertiary and quaternary teaching hospital, LHSC provides leading-edge medical care to people from across western Ontario and beyond. LHSC is located just two hours from Toronto and two hours from Detroit in the city of London which is known for its 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. Our team of more than 17,000 physicians, staff, learners and volunteers works tirelessly to support patients as they navigate their unique health-care journeys. As one of Canada's largest acute-care teaching hospitals, LHSC is a renowned centre of innovation with a history of groundbreaking research that has influenced how people are cared for around the world. With nearly 1 million annual patient visits across University, Victoria and Children's Hospitals, LHSC provides compassionate leading-edge care and is proud of our strong regional, national and international partnerships. For more information, please visit www.lhsc.on.ca. 

Posting Period

Posting Open: October 16, 2026

Posting Close: November 2, 2026

This position is covered by a collective agreement - Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU) Lab & X-Ray

Department Description

Respiratory Therapy Services - Victoria Hospital and University Hospital

The Registered Respiratory Therapist is available to provide cardio-respiratory care and related clinical technology support to patients at Victoria Hospital and University Hospital. 24/7 coverage is provided by the Respiratory Therapists in scheduled shifts of 7.5 hours or 11.25 hours. Care assignments can include; CCTC, Wards, Emergency, NICU, paediatrics, and transport team, as well as other areas where specific training has been completed. Registered Respiratory Therapists are also active members of the Pre-Arrest and Cardiac Arrest teams.

Rate of Pay: $41.15 - $58.98 per hour

Status: Regular Part-Time

Hours of Work: No Guarantee of Hours

Hiring for Multiple positions. 

**Non-Registered applicants are welcome to apply. Any successful non-registered applicants will be required to obtain their registration within the first three months of starting**

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a recognized Respiratory Therapy Program required; completion of Bachelors Degree in a related field preferred
• Current Certificate of Registration with the College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario
• Current membership with the Respiratory Therapy Society of Ontario and/or Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists and/or the Ontario Respiratory Care Society and/or other related associations preferred
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certificate preferred
• Previous Respiratory Therapy experience working in a critical care environment; recent experience working in Paediatric critical care preferred
• Neonatal Resuscitation Provider (NRP) and/or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)  preferred
• Demonstrated proficiency in computer programs (ie. Outlook, PowerChart, Infomed) relevant to all pertinent documentation and workload data collection
• Demonstrated excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills (both oral and written)
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as an effective team member
• Ability to demonstrate a proven track record of taking the initiative and contributing to the department, the hospital and the practice is preferred
• Demonstrated strong problem-solving, decision-making and critical thinking skills
• Exhibits a positive and enthusiastic attitude toward his/her work
• Demonstrated ability to work through difficult situations and in a high stress, dynamic environment
• Demonstrated effective conflict resolution 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 LHSCs vision, purpose and values
• Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular basis

Has your experience been obtained through alternative pathways? LHSC acknowledges that skills, education and lived experience come in many forms and may have been developed differently from those listed in the job posting. Although LHSC has discretion in determining whether a candidate meets the qualifications and licensing requirements, we welcome applications from those with different experiences who may not meet every requirement listed. Tell us your story and apply today with your resume! 

Artificial Intelligence (AI)

LHSC does not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants for a position

Reason for Job Posting: 

Building an Applicant Pool for Future Vacancies

Immunization Requirements:

Before beginning employment at LHSC, all new hires must provide documentation related to LHSC's Health Review Requirements. For more information and a detailed list of requirements, please visit Health Review Requirements | LHSC.

Teaching, Learning and Research

LHSC Centre is proudly one of Canada's largest acute-care teaching and research hospitals. LHSC has an unwavering commitment to lifelong learning, with education agreements in collaboration with over 55 schools, hospitals, and community agencies from across Ontario, Canada and internationally; among our many education partners, our three regional partners are Western University, Fanshawe College, and Thames Valley District School Board. LHSC provides students with a place where they can learn and discover knowledge and skills to take them forward in their careers as health care professionals. Approximately 2,900 Nursing, Health and other students ranging from secondary school to university graduate level programs receive training at LHSC every year. As an employee of LHSC, you will be expected to engage in role-related teaching, professional development, and research activities in addition to standard position duties and responsibilities.

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 [email protected].

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 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 or study permits. It is the employee's accountability to ensure they are adhering to their specific 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.

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