Flight Respiratory Therapist (NOC 3214)

About Us: Latitude Air Ambulance takes pride in offering best in class service in the areas of International & Interprovincial Medical Evacuations/Repatriations, COVID 19 Transfers, Critical and Noncritical Repatriations, Neonatal and Pediatric Transfers, Bariatric up to 700lbs, Dual Patient, Case Management and Bed Finding Services, Organ Transfers. Team Latitude endeavours in all areas to provide the highest level of Safety Standards and Risk Assessment within Medical, Flight, and Maintenance Operations. We are proud of our unblemished record with our governing body, Transport Canada. Latitude is also accredited through the European Aero-Medical Institute (EURAMI). Latitude's team of medical professionals includes fully licensed physicians, paramedics, registered nurses, and respiratory therapists. Each medical team is chosen to match the specific needs of each individual patient. We are growing again!

Flight Respiratory Therapist: Your journey begins here! Do you love patient care? Do you love to travel the world? Why not combine them both into a rewarding career? Latitude Air Ambulance is a private Air Ambulance Service located at The Hamilton International Airport in Mount Hope Ontario Canada.

We are presently looking for a qualified, professional, experienced RRT with 2-3 years in a full time ICU, CCU or ER setting. Likes to experience new challenges, works very well as a team member and is able to handle stressful situations. Must have excellent communication and organizational skills, a positive attitude and can multitask at any given time. Provides high quality respiratory care including assessment and treatment utilizing standards and guidelines established by Latitude Aeromedical; assess the nature and extent of illness or injury to establish and prioritize the care needed for safe transport of the critical patient to the appropriate facility; is qualified to provide care for patients across the life span in his/her assigned clinical area; responsible for carrying out the mission and goals of Latitude assuring that safety remains the highest priority throughout the transport.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provides hands on patient care from the initial contact until patient care is relinquished to the accepting medical facility; maintains thorough patient care documentation.
• Practices respiratory therapy within his/her scope of practice. Maintains competency in knowledge by participating in ongoing clinical experience. Communicates educational needs to the Medical Base Supervisor and Medical Education Coordinator.
• Maintains documentation of required licensure, certifications, continuing educations, aviation, and safety training.
• Attends continuing education programs pertinent to his/her area of practice.
• Knowledgeable in use and routine maintenance of all equipment and supplies used by Latitude. Responsible for reporting medical equipment failures. Maintains adequate supplies onboard aircraft to deliver patient care. Keeps aircraft clean and orderly to insure rapid response to all transport requests.
• Maintains positive interpersonal relationships with colleagues, EMS representatives, hospitals, and the public.
• Functions as a medical flight member. Complies with safety standards to assure safety of self, medical personnel, patient, and equipment.
• Performs advanced skills and procedures as approved by Latitude Aeromedical Works
• Serves as a role model, educator, and clinical resource. Acts as a preceptor and/or participates in orientation of new employees. Participates in continuing and outreach education programs.
• Attends and participates in meetings according to established departmental guidelines.
• Participates in departmental quality improvement and administrative activities as assigned.

What's in it for you?

• Work for a company that lives its values of operating with Compassion, Integrity & Trust at all times, and incorporates Corporate Social Responsibility and Environmental Sustainability activities into our organizational practices.
• We are a Learning Organization offering opportunities for ongoing professional and personal development through our various Learning and Development programs.
• Opportunities for career growth within your job scope (lateral/expert growth) or through advancing positions as available (hierarchical/managerial).
• Competitive starting salary with performance-based increases.
• Per Mission Bonuses, Per Diems for Travel plus opportunities for Overtime
• Paid Time Off: 10 Sick/Medical, 10 Bereavement, 5 Personal/Family Responsibility Days (3 paid/2 unpaid) + Vacation as per policy.
• Benefits after 3 months including EHC/Dental/Drug Plan/Vision/LTD/Life, etc.
• Group RRSP with matching program after 1 year of service.
• Employee & Family Assistance Program offering crisis response, short term counselling and lifestyle support services.
• Discounted Corporate Phone Plan and Subsidized Device Program with Telus.
• Perkopolis Perks Discount Program.
• Corporate Gym Memberships with CRUNCH Fitness.
• Company Sponsored Social Events: Family Open House Picnic, River Day (Summer BBQ), Holiday Party, Fall Foliage Family Flights, Monthly catered team lunches.
• Optional Social Committee Team Building Events through the year.
• Workplace Wellness Program
• Employer provided menstrual products.
• Employer paid annual allowance for Latitude branded clothing or uniforms (as required for certain roles)

Qualifications – Hard Skills:

• MUST have a minimum of 2-3 years RECENT full time ICU, CCU or ER working with adult populations; pediatric experience is a bonus.
• Current ACLS/BLS is a MUST,
  • TNCC, NRP, PALS or similar is an asset.
• Must hold valid Canadian passport with no travel or visa restrictions.
• Diploma in Respiratory Therapy from an accredited College; in good standing with the CRTO
• All other licenses or certification required in your scope of practice.
• Immunizations up to date - including COVID 19
• Clear Vulnerable sector check submitted at time of hire.
• Ability to provide a Flight Medical upon hire.
• Second language in written/verbal is an asset.

Qualifications- Soft Skills:

• Exceptional problem solving, analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent diligence and records management.
• Collaborative team member with excellent people skills.
• Focused on delivering an exceptional client experience.
• Good organizational skills.
• Remains level-headed and calm in any environment.
• Ability to work at a fast pace and under pressure.
• Strong prioritization and time management abilities

Other Essential Requirements:

• Ability to travel 17 days per month - blocks of 7 & 10 days (schedule provided annually)
• Ability to get to the Hamilton International Airport for dispatch within 1 hour.

We “Hire for Attitude and Train for Skill”. If you are interested in joining a fast-growing company and are looking to grow as an individual and as a collaborator, please send us your resume and cover letter outlining why you would be a great fit!

If you were referred to this position from a past or existing employee, please be sure to indicate on the application form who encouraged you to apply.

We thank all applicants for applying but only those successful will be contacted for follow up.

Latitude Air Ambulance is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind-based race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, genetic characteristics, disability, and conviction for an offence for which a pardon has been granted or in respect of which a record suspension has been ordered. or any other protected characteristic as outlined by the Canada Human Rights Act.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Latitude Air Ambulance makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

Latitude Air Ambulance welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.