Respiratory Therapist

5 days ago

Metro Manila, Philippines Cardinal Santos Medical Center Full-time ₱167,000 - ₱279,000 Contract

QUALIFICATIONS

Must be a graduate of BS Respiratory Therapy Fresh graduates are welcome to apply

MAJOR JOB FUNCTIONS

TECHNICAL

  • a. Perform Arterial Blood Gas Extraction and Analysis.
  • b. Perform the following Respiratory Therapy modalities.
  • c. Aerosol Therapy (Ultrasonic Nebulization/ Jet Nebulizer)
  • d. Chest Physiotherapy
  • e. Intermittent Positive Pressure Breathing (IPPB)
  • f. Incentive Spirometry
  • g. Purse Lip Breathing
  • h. Cough Instruction
  • i. Peak Expiratory Flow Rate Determination
  • j. Spontaneous Breathing Parameters
  • k. Pulse Oximeter monitoring and troubleshooting
  • l. Airway Suctioning
  • m. Oxygen Therapy (set up, administration and monitoring) - Calibrate and troubleshoot mechanical ventilatorsAssess patient’s condition and patient’s needs before, during and after the procedures. - Observe infection control measures at all times for patient and personal safety.Prepare and check equipment, medicines and supplies to be used for the procedures.

COLLABORATION

  • Ensure proper functioning, maintenance and availability of equipment and facilities.
  • Create and maintain therapeutic environment by providing privacy and comfort and safety.
  • Participate in the implementation of cost- cutting measures.
  • Promote good interpersonal relationship among co-workers.
  • Take part in formulating, revising or modifying nursing procedures and techniques.
  • Communicate and act as liaison between patient, physician and other hospital personnel.

REPORT/RECORD MANAGEMENT

  • Document all incident reports accurately and timely.
  • Record all borrowed department records properly in the logbook.
  • Check that all pending procedures and request ordered through phone or computer is executed completely.
  • Complete and correct patient profile; charging and posting of readers.

OTHERS

  • Perform other functions as may be assigned by immediate superior from time to tme *