Respiratory Therapist-Respiratory Therapy
Rockport, ME 
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Posted 6 days ago
Job Description

Summary

  • For a limited time MaineHealth is offering up to $20,000 Sign on bonus for all eligible experienced Respiratory Therapist.

    Eligible candidates are hired (offer accepted) into a Full or Part time RT position. Bonus amount prorated for Part time hires, per diem hires are ineligible.

    Current MaineHealth member employees are ineligible; former MaineHealth Members are ineligible until greater than 6 months separation from employment.

    Position Summary
    • To provide Respiratory Care services to our inpatient and outpatient population as medically indicated under the direction or indirect supervision of the Respiratory Care Department's Manager and Medical Director. This service includes the delivery of respiratory care to a patient population from neonate to geriatric, 24-hours a day, 7 days a week. The delivery site will be PBMC.
  • Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
    • Education: Graduate from AMA approved school of Respiratory Therapy.
    • License/Certifications: State of Maine Respiratory Therapy License
      • RRT licensure preferred and required for candidates with less than 5 years of experience
      • CRTT licensed candidates must have greater than 5 years of experience
      • BLS required
      • ACLS Strongly preferred
    • Experience: One year of acute care experience preferred. See also 'License/Certifications"
    • Availability to work any shift as needed; be available to take call on a regular basis.
    • Willing and motivated to learn and perform all modes of therapy that are provided by Respiratory Therapy.
    • Maintains professional growth and development through seminars, workshops and educational programs to keep abreast of the latest trends in the field of expertise.
    • Smoking cessation class within the first year of employment.
    • Willing to travel to -WCGH as needed to provide coverage.
Additional Information

With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations across Maine and New Hampshire, you'll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them - both within the walls of the organization and the communities that surround it.

We offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow - programs such as paid parental leave, a flexible work policy, student loan assistance, training and education, along with well-being resources for you and your family.
MaineHealth remains focused on investing in our care team and developing an inclusive environment where you can thrive and feel supported to realize your full potential. If you're looking to build a career in a place where people help one another deliver best-in-class care, apply today.

MaineHealth values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Federal and state laws prohibit discrimination in employment because of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status.

 

Job Summary
Company
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full or Part Time
Required Experience
5+ years
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