Respiratory Therapist - Locum
Closing date:
Number of positions: 1
Recruiter name: Ruba Hijah
Reference number: 67238
Mediclinic City Hospital | Dubai | United Arab Emirates
MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB
To perform pulmonary function testing, under supervision of a licensed physician, for the diagnosis and treatment of lung capacity and to perform respiratory therapy to treat related respiratory diseases
KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS
Perform all pulmonary function procedures and sleep medicine techniques and studies according to standard procedure, patient safety standards and regulatory requirements
Conduct pulmonary function tests e.g. spirometry with reversibility studies, lung volume and gas transfer studies
Conduct Polysomnography test according to standard practice
Evaluate data, results and clinical documentation for quality and accuracy
REQUIRED EDUCATION
A Bachelor's degree in respiratory therapy from an accredited educational institution
A current license and registration or certification to practice as a Pulmonary Function Technologist from country of origin and/or education
Current registration with NBRC or CSRT as a registered Respiratory Therapist
Current valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
At least 2 years postgraduate experience working as a Pulmonary Function Technologist
REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
- Patient safety and experience principles
- Computer literacy and proficiency in MS Office applications
- UAE healthcare regulatory framework and related requirements
- Verbal and written communication skills in English
All applicants will be considered, with the understanding that preference will be given to the designated groups in accordance with the United Arab Emirates Emiratization Program. If you wish to grow with us, apply now and become a part of the Mediclinic Middle East Family
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