Respiratory Therapist
1 week ago
Clark Freeport Zone, Philippines
Medical Services of America
Full time
₱180,000 per year
About the role:
As a Respiratory Therapist, you will be a vital member of our healthcare team, providing specialized respiratory care to patients with a wide range of cardiopulmonary conditions. You will be responsible for assessing, treating, and managing patients' breathing disorders, ensuring optimal respiratory function and contributing to their overall well-being.
Responsibilities:
- Comprehensive Patient Assessment: Conduct thorough respiratory assessments, including patient history, physical examinations, arterial blood gas analysis, pulmonary function testing (if applicable), and interpretation of diagnostic data.
- Develop and Implement Respiratory Care Plans: Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized respiratory care plans based on patient assessments and medical diagnoses.
- Administer Respiratory Treatments: Deliver a wide range of respiratory therapies, including oxygen therapy, aerosolized medications, chest physiotherapy, airway clearance techniques, and mechanical ventilation.
- Manage and Monitor Mechanical Ventilation: Initiate, manage, and monitor patients on various modes of mechanical ventilation, making necessary adjustments based on patient response and established protocols.
- Perform Airway Management: Assist physicians with intubation and extubation procedures, and manage artificial airways (endotracheal and tracheostomy tubes).
- Provide Patient and Family Education: Educate patients and their families on respiratory conditions, treatment plans, proper use of respiratory equipment, and home care management.
- Emergency Response: Participate in the management of respiratory emergencies, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation and airway management.
- Document Patient Care: Maintain accurate and detailed patient records, documenting assessments, treatments, patient responses, and any changes in the care plan in accordance with hospital policies and local regulations.
- Operate and Maintain Respiratory Equipment: Ensure the proper functioning, cleaning, and maintenance of all respiratory equipment, troubleshooting any technical issues.
- Collaborate with the Healthcare Team: Communicate effectively and collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other allied health professionals to provide holistic and coordinated patient care.
- Participate in Quality Improvement Initiatives: Contribute to the development and implementation of quality improvement projects to enhance respiratory care services and patient outcomes.
Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor of Science degree in Respiratory Therapy
- Licensure: Must be a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) licensed by the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) of the Philippines.
- Location: Willingness to travel to Dasmarinas Cavite
- Open to fresh graduates.
- Technical Skills: Proficient in the operation and maintenance of various respiratory equipment, including ventilators, oxygen delivery systems, and monitoring devices.
- Clinical Skills: Strong assessment, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills in managing patients with respiratory disorders.
- Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Tagalog (or other local dialects as needed) to effectively interact with patients, families, and the healthcare team.
- Adaptability: Must be adaptable and willing to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays, as required by the demands of patient care.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Up to Php18,000.00 per month
Application Question(s):
- Expected Salary?
License/Certification:
- Respiratory Therapist License? (Required)
Work Location: In person