Senior / Principal Respiratory Therapist

National University Health System; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare organization committed to creating a state-of-the-art hospital nestled in nature. This role offers the unique opportunity to shape the future of respiratory therapy services in a new facility designed for community integration. You will collaborate with a diverse team of healthcare professionals, ensuring comprehensive patient care and innovative treatment plans. If you are passionate about making a difference in the healthcare landscape and thrive in a nurturing environment, this position is perfect for you. Be part of a groundbreaking team dedicated to providing exceptional care in a healing oasis.

Qualifications

• Degree in Respiratory Therapy with relevant certifications required.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in Intensive Care Units preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage Respiratory Therapy services for the new hospital.
• Assess and treat patients referred for Respiratory Therapy independently.

Skills

Respiratory Therapy Knowledge

Patient Assessment

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Problem Solving

Time Management

Education

Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Certification as Respiratory Therapist

Tools

Electronic Medical Records

Job description

Nestled in the heart of Tengah Forest Town, the new Tengah General and Community Hospital (TGCH) will be an exciting and innovative health campus with a comprehensive range of clinical specialties and healthcare services including emergency, inpatient, rehabilitative and outpatient specialist care.

As part of National University Health System (NUHS) cluster, this state-of-the-art facility is slated to be ready by early 2030s.

Intricately connected with the surrounding community, TGCH offers you the opportunity to create a healthcare facility of the future, tightly integrated with the residents and nature. As a people-focused organisation, we believe in respect and recognition. By harnessing the passion and strength of our team and putting them at the core of our culture, we create a nurturing environment to excel and deliver fulfilling care.

Be part of our groundbreaking team to bring our vision to life – a hospital in a forest, and a healing oasis within the hospital.

Job Descriptions:

1. Contribute to planning of Respiratory Therapy (RT) services for Tengah General and Community Hospital, including space, design, workflow and manpower considerations.
2. Collaborate with clinical, allied health, operational and administrative stakeholders in planning of RT services.
3. Assess and manage patients referred for RT independently and implement appropriate treatment plans, applying specialised RT knowledge and skills.
4. Coordinate patient care with physicians, nurses and other allied health professionals and stakeholders. Collaborate in case conferences. Appropriate interdisciplinary referral where required.
5. Document clinical assessment and treatment in electronic medical records accurately.
6. Network strategically with healthcare practitioners in NUHS.
7. Comply with clinical and service standards.
8. Assist with administrative duties as tasked.

Job Requirements:

1. Recognised degree in Respiratory Therapist.
2. Certified Respiratory Therapist or Registered Respiratory Therapist or equivalent from country of origin.
3. Minimum 4 years of relevant work experience preferred in Intensive Care Units of a hospital.
4. Communicate and interrelate effectively in diverse contexts.
5. Ability to recognise, assess, diagnose and treat a wide range of respiratory conditions.
6. Adaptability and ability to multi-task and manage time well.
7. Effective problem solving, planning and organising skills including awareness of resource management.