Clinical Extern - Kitchener, Canada - Grand River Hospital

Grand River Hospital

Verified Company

Kitchener, Canada

1 week ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Location:
Freeport and KW Campus

Work Type:
Temporary Part Time (Multiple Positions Available)

Contract End Date:
Approximately 3-6 Months

Shift:
Non Union - 8 & 12 Hour Shifts; Availability Required for Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends, Stat Holidays

Open to:
RESPIRATORY THERAP Y STUDENTS**
Summary:Clinical Externs can be clinical learners (students) in health discipline of respiratory therapy.

Externs are unregulated health care providers and will work as part of an interprofessional team under supervision of regulated health care providers.

This is a paid position as part of the Ontario Government's Enhanced Externship Program.

Externs will be placed in the Freeport Float Pool and given a chance to work in the ICU and throughout the hospital.

Role may include but are not limited to; checking of vital signs, setting up basic equipment, oral suctioning and supporting unit staff.

Qualifications:

Respiratory Therapy students in their 2nd and 3rd year of a training program accredited by the Council on Accreditation of Respiratory Therapy Education, which is administered by the Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists
Current certificate in Basic Cardiac Life Support required
Demonstrated knowledge of infection prevention and control practices
Excellent clinical skills and competencies
Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills
Excellent problemsolving, decisionmaking, critical thinking, organizational and time management skills
Ability to work as an effective member of an interprofessional team
Good attendance record

APPLICATIONS WILL BE RECEIVED UNTIL THE POSTING IS CLOSED.

Grand River Hospital is committed to fair and equitable employment and in our recruitment and selection practices.

We strongly believe in inclusion and diversity within our organization, and welcome all applicants including, but not limited to:

racialized communities, all religions and ethnicities, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, Indigenous people, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of our Hospital community.

We are committed to providing and fostering a respectful workplace for all employees, free from violence and harassment. Grand River Hospital is a proud member of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion (CCDI). _