Senior / Respiratory Therapist

NATIONAL UNIVERSITY HEALTH SERVICES GROUP PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Singapore is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide specialized care for patients with cardio-respiratory diseases. The successful candidate will assess patient needs, implement therapeutic strategies, and maintain respiratory equipment as part of a dedicated healthcare team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of adult multi-disciplinary critical care experience required.
• Certifications in ACLS and BCLS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care services to patients with cardio-respiratory diseases.
• Responsible for inventory, care, and maintenance of respiratory equipment.

Skills

Ability to communicate effectively

Innovative and well-motivated

Education

Degree from a recognised school of Respiratory Therapy

Registration for Respiratory Therapists (Certification Exam)

Job description

The incumbent shall be responsible to :

• Provide respiratory care services to patients with cardio-respiratory diseases and disorders by assessing patient's respiratory status, recommending, implementing and evaluating appropriate therapy
• Plans, evaluates and implements diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory care services to aid and assist the physician in the diagnosis and management of patients
• Responsible for the inventory, care and maintenance of respiratory related equipment and assists with the general functions involving the Respiratory Therapy Department

Job Requirements :

• Degree from a recognised school of Respiratory Therapy, preferably with Registration for Respiratory Therapists (Certification Exam)
• Certifications in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) is preferred
• At least 2 years of adult multi-disciplinary critical care experience
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients and other healthcare workers and demonstrate a willingness to take on challenges, innovative and well-motivated to apply and share knowledge and skills
• Ability to work independently and be part of a team that is committed to providing quality, cost-effective and specialised care to our patients