ICU Respiratory Therapist – Ventilation & Pediatric Care

NMC Healthcare; Abu Dhabi Emirate; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the UAE is seeking a qualified Respiratory Therapist to conduct comprehensive assessments and manage patient care in ICU settings. Candidates should possess a degree in Respiratory Therapy and two years of clinical experience, particularly with adult and pediatric patients. Responsibilities include performing point of care testing, providing emergency interventions, and maintaining high standards of patient therapy. Professional development opportunities are provided to support continuous growth.

Benefits

Lifetime professional development opportunities

Structured training programmes

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited Respiratory Therapy programme of a minimum duration of three years.
• Current valid registration in country of training and/or country of last employment.
• Has 2 years clinical experience within ICU, working with adult and pediatric patients.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive respiratory assessments for patients.
• Perform point of care testing and analyze results.
• Manage mechanical ventilation according to physician orders.
• Provide emergency respiratory intervention across all age groups.

Skills

Clinical experience in ICU

Respiratory assessment skills

Communication with medical team

Age-appropriate care practices

Education

BSc in Respiratory Therapy

Tools

Ventilators

Pulse oximetry

Arterial blood gas analysis

Job description

A healthcare provider in the UAE is seeking a qualified Respiratory Therapist to conduct comprehensive assessments and manage patient care in ICU settings. Candidates should possess a degree in Respiratory Therapy and two years of clinical experience, particularly with adult and pediatric patients. Responsibilities include performing point of care testing, providing emergency interventions, and maintaining high standards of patient therapy. Professional development opportunities are provided to support continuous growth.