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Job Title:

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Posted Date:

4/10/2026

Closing Date:

5/22/2026

Functional Discipline:

Respiratory Services

Job Description

Job Title: Registered Respiratory Therapist
Status: Regular Full Time and Part-Time Opportunities
Department: Respiratory Services
Program: Respiratory Services
DDNN - 12 Hour Shifts (Subject to Change)
Location: Lakeridge Health Oshawa & Ajax-Pickering (positions available at both sites)
Wage Schedule: $38.350 - $53.280 per hour
OPSEU: 2600000926

**Lakeridge Health is offering a recruitment incentive for both experienced and newly graduated Respiratory Therapists. Candidates with more than two (2) years of experience in Respiratory Therapy may be may be eligible for a $10,000 incentive for Permanent Full-Time positions or $5,000 incentive for Permanent Part-Time positions. Newly graduated Respiratory Therapists with less than two (2) years experience within Respiratory Therapy may be eligible for a $5,000 incentive for Permanent Full-Time positions or $2,500 incentive for Permanent Part-Time positions. Additional terms and conditions may apply. This incentive is available for a limited time up until June 30th, 2026.

Who We Are:

Lakeridge Health is more than a hospital. It is a health network that includes five hospitals, a long-term care home, a community-based surgical centre, and more than 30 community sites across the Durham Region. Guided by our vision of One System. Best Health. and supported by a dedicated team of nearly 9,000 staff, physicians, and volunteers, Lakeridge Health is a place where the best people want to start, grow, and finish their careers in health care. We are focused on fostering an environment that's inclusive, compassionate, innovative, and joyful. This is Lakeridge Health!

What You'll Do:

Under the direction of the Manager, Critical Care & Respiratory Services, the Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) will be responsible for: providing respiratory care; documenting all aspects of care; performing diagnostic testing; maintaining equipment; participating in quality assurance activities; and ensuring continuing education; maintaining competence and professionalism relevant to current practice as a member of an interdisciplinary team; and other duties as assigned.

What You'll Need:

* Diploma in Respiratory Therapy;
* Current registration with the College of Respiratory Therapy of Ontario;
* Current B.C.L.S., Ontario Heart Foundation Standards;
* Demonstrated to be an extremely motivated individual, with the ability to work independently and in a team environment;
* Proven problem solving and teaching skills;
* Demonstrated organizational skills with the ability to prioritize workload and meet workload requirements;
* Proven effective communication and interpersonal skills;
* Proven sound judgement and good observation skills;
* Previous clinical experience, an asset;
* Advanced educational preparation, an asset;
* PALS and ACLS, preferred;
* Must have satisfactory performance record;
* Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy;
* Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Lakeridge Health's comprehensive safety programs and practices including staff, patient and environmental safety and participation in regular in-service in this area

At Lakeridge Health, we value inclusion and diversity. We are committed to fostering a culture that is respectful, inclusive, and accessible. We are committed to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse community we provide services to and welcome applications from all qualified applicants from all backgrounds.

Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require any accommodation at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact recruitment@lh.ca.

Unless specifically stated, all job postings at Lakeridge Health are to fill existing vacancies within our organization. Lakeridge Health may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of the recruitment and screening process. A member of our Talent Acquisition team is actively engaged in the Recruitment and Selection process to ensure a fair and thorough assessment of applicants.

Lakeridge Health thanks all those who apply, however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with Lakeridge Health's policies and procedures and applicable Collective Agreements.

Successful applicants must provide a satisfactory Criminal Investigation Reference for the vulnerable sector, dated within the past six (6) months.

Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.

At Lakeridge Health we value inclusion and diversity. We are committed to fostering a culture that is respectful, inclusive and accessible and to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse community we provide services to. As an equal opportunity employer we welcome applications from all qualified applicants.

Lakeridge Health is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment for all team members and patients. New Lakeridge Health team members will be required to complete a Pre-employment Health Assessment as a condition of employment.

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