Senior / Respiratory Therapy Associate

NATIONAL UNIVERSITY HEALTH SERVICES GROUP PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare service provider in Singapore is seeking a Respiratory Therapist responsible for delivering respiratory care services to patients. The ideal candidate should hold a degree in Respiratory Therapy and possess certifications in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS). This role requires at least 2 years of experience in adult multi-disciplinary critical care. Candidates must demonstrate effective communication skills, innovative thinking, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

Qualifications

• Degree from a recognised school of Respiratory Therapy.
• Certifications in ACLS and BCLS preferred.
• At least 2 years of adult multi-disciplinary critical care experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care services to patients.
• Plan, evaluate and implement diagnostic and therapeutic services.
• Responsible for inventory and maintenance of respiratory equipment.

Skills

Effective communication with patients

Ability to work independently

Innovative and motivated

Education

Degree in Respiratory Therapy

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