Respiratory Therapist (Pediatric)

Black Pearl Consult; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare recruitment agency in Dubai is seeking an experienced Respiratory Therapist specializing in pediatric care to join a government-owned children's hospital. The role involves delivering comprehensive respiratory therapy services, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, and managing long-term respiratory conditions. Ideal candidates should have at least 5 years of relevant clinical experience and hold a valid UAE license.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience in pediatric respiratory care.
• Valid professional license to practice as a Respiratory Therapist in UAE.
• Certification in life support: BLS, ACLS, preferably PALS.

Responsibilities

• Assess and evaluate respiratory therapy treatment plans for pediatric patients.
• Provide comprehensive respiratory services including oxygen therapy and mechanical ventilation.
• Monitor and adjust therapy based on patient responses.

Skills

Pediatric respiratory care

Mechanical ventilation management

Emergency airway management

Patient education

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Therapy

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Respiratory Therapist with a strong background in pediatric care to join a leading government-owned childrens hospital in Dubai. The ideal candidate will deliver high-quality respiratory therapy services in both acute and long-term care settings partnering closely with a multidisciplinary pediatric team to improve patient outcomes and support family‑centred care.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess plan implement and evaluate respiratory therapy treatment and care plans for pediatric patients.
• Provide comprehensive respiratory services including but not limited to: mechanical ventilation (invasive and non‑invasive), oxygen therapy, aerosolized medication delivery, chest physiotherapy, airway management and secretion clearance.
• Perform diagnostic procedures such as arterial blood gas (ABG) analysis, pulmonary function testing and other respiratory assessments when required.
• Monitor and titrate ventilator settings, respond to alarms and adjust therapy based on patient response.
• Assist in emergency situations (e.g. respiratory arrest) and support code teams with advanced airway management.
• Provide respiratory rehabilitation services for children who require long‑term respiratory support (e.g. chronic lung disease, tracheostomy care).
• Educate patients, families and caregivers on respiratory disease management, equipment use, home ventilation and safety.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient assessments, interventions, response to therapy and discharge or handover plans.
• Collaborate effectively with physicians, nurses, physiotherapists and other healthcare professionals to develop and revise patient care plans.
• Ensure all respiratory therapy equipment is maintained, calibrated and safe for clinical use; raise concerns about maintenance or supply needs.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, departmental protocols and continuous education (for staff and families).

Requirements / Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Therapy (or equivalent) from an accredited institution.
• Valid professional license (or eligibility) to practice as a Respiratory Therapist in the UAE; relevant health authority licensure (e.g. DHA DOH) strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience specifically in pediatric respiratory care (e.g. neonatal/paediatric ICU, long‑term pediatric respiratory units).
• Demonstrated experience in a long‑term care respiratory role: managing chronic respiratory conditions, home ventilation, tracheostomy or rehabilitation is required.
• Certification in life support: BLS (Basic Life Support), ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) and preferably PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support).

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