Job description
Check patient lab order to make sure there are no errors and that they're appropriate and safe for the individual patient.
Review orders issued by physicians or other authorized prescribers to assure accuracy.
Perform all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
Assist in teaching programs (departmental, medical, nursing, community).
Ensure the maintenance and proper operation of equipment and supplies in the work areas.
Treat patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families.
Assist the Chief of Respiratory Services on special assignments.
Assist the Chief of Respiratory Services with responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s mission, policy and any applicable laws. Follow insurance companies’ policies and procedures.
Maintain established procedures concerning quality control, security of controlled substances and disposal of hazardous waste.
Communicate appropriately and clearly to physicians, staff and administrative team.
Coordinate and direct patient care to ensure patients’ needs are met and hospital policy is followed.
Demonstrate an ability to be flexible, organized, and function under stressful situations.
Maintain a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments.
Complete competency assessment based on personal performance.
Assist with inventory of material and supply for the Respiratory Therapy department.
Responsibilities:
Check patient lab order to make sure there are no errors and that they're appropriate and safe for the individual patient.
Review orders issued by physicians or other authorized prescribers to assure accuracy.
Perform all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
Assist in teaching programs (departmental, medical, nursing, community).
Ensure the maintenance and proper operation of equipment and supplies in the work areas.
Treat patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families.
Assist the Chief of Respiratory Services on special assignments.
Assist the Chief of Respiratory Services with responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s mission, policy and any applicable laws. Follow insurance companies’ policies and procedures.
Maintain established procedures concerning quality control, security of controlled substances and disposal of hazardous waste.
Communicate appropriately and clearly to physicians, staff and administrative team.
Coordinate and direct patient care to ensure patients’ needs are met and hospital policy is followed.
Demonstrate an ability to be flexible, organized, and function under stressful situations.
Maintain a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments.
Complete competency assessment based on personal performance.
Assist with inventory of material and supply for the Respiratory Therapy department.
Qualifications:
QualificationBachelor Degree / Diploma in Respiratory Therapist.
ExperienceTwo years as a Respiratory Therapist or relevant clinical experience
Knowledge /
Technical Skills
Ability to demonstrate an excellent knowledge in respiratory field.
Excellent communication skills with good command in writing and speaking in English and knowledge in Arabic preferred.
Follow specific instructions with high degree of accuracy.
Excellent computer skills.
Personal Abilities /
Competencies
Planning and organizational skills.
Customer service focused.
High degree of motivation and self- discipline.
Organized and methodical good health and fitness.
Work effectively both independently and as part of collaborative team.
License / RegistrationValid MOH license