Respiratory Therapist

Overview

Amana Healthcare, brought to you by M42 and Mumtalakat, is pleased to announce the first Amana Healthcare facility in Bahrain, located in Al Jasra will open in late 2025. This world-class hospital will provide long-term care and post-acute rehabilitation services.

Amana Healthcare provides long-term care for adult patients with complex medical needs in an inpatient setting. Multidisciplinary care will be provided though intensive care unit (ICU) physicians, geriatricians, nurses, therapists, and a patient & family experience team who work collaboratively to enhance the quality of life for those patients. It also offers specialized rehabilitation for individuals who require inpatient rehabilitation following a life-altering event, such as stroke, brain injury, spine injury, joint replacement, or amputation.

Position Summary:

The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for providing assessment, treatment, and care to patients with breathing or cardiopulmonary disorders. Working under the supervision of physicians, the therapist delivers respiratory care plans, operates specialized equipment, and ensures the highest standards of patient safety and comfort. This role is critical in long-term care settings, intensive care units, and emergency situations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess patients with breathing issues and recommend appropriate therapeutic interventions.
• Administer oxygen therapy, aerosol medications, and chest physiotherapy.
• Manage mechanical ventilators and other life-support systems.
• Monitor patient responses and adjust treatments based on progress.
• Educate patients and families on respiratory health, medication usage, and equipment.
• Collaborate with physicians and nurses to develop and implement care plans.
• Conduct diagnostic tests such as spirometry, arterial blood gases (ABG), and pulmonary function tests (PFTs).
• Ensure proper maintenance and sterilization of respiratory therapy equipment.
• Maintain accurate documentation and patient records as per healthcare standards.
• Participate in emergency resuscitation efforts (e.g., CPR, intubation support).

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Therapy or equivalent.
• Must hold valid professional license NHRA in Bahrain
• BLS/ACLS certification preferred.
• Experience in ICU, ER, or long-term care settings is an advantage.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team and under pressure.