Respiratory Therapist: Ventilator & Critical Care

Care New England; Warwick; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a skilled professional to provide respiratory care, including therapy treatments and emergency interventions. The ideal candidate should have an Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy and relevant credentials. Responsibilities include patient education, ventilator management, and supporting patient transport. This role is essential for effective respiratory therapy within the healthcare system.

Qualifications

• Minimum of six months job-related experience or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform respiratory therapy treatments according to physician orders.
• Obtain arterial blood for blood gas analysis and recommend treatments.
• Provide ventilator management and perform airway suctioning.
• Provide emergency care including CPR and trauma care.
• Monitor patient transport using portable ventilators.

Skills

Respiratory therapy treatments

Patient education

Ventilator management

Emergency care

Patient transport support

Education

Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy

NBRC Certified Respiratory Therapist

Registered Respiratory Therapist credential

RI Respiratory Care Practitioner license

Job description

A healthcare provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a skilled professional to provide respiratory care, including therapy treatments and emergency interventions. The ideal candidate should have an Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy and relevant credentials. Responsibilities include patient education, ventilator management, and supporting patient transport. This role is essential for effective respiratory therapy within the healthcare system.