Maine Medical Center

Respiratory Care Practitioner - Respiratory Therapy

Maine Medical Center$77K — $104K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Graduate from AMA approved school of Respiratory Therapy required.
  • Current state(s) license in Respiratory Care, RRT, or CRRT required.
  • Current BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP certifications required or must obtain within one year.
  • One year of practical tertiary care clinical experience required.
  • Demonstrates competency in all essential functions of a Respiratory Care Practitioner I role.

Responsibilities

  • Assess patients and analyze clinical data to formulate care plans.
  • Select and maintain respiratory equipment for various care settings.
  • Provide treatment methods for chronic, acute, and emergency respiratory conditions.
  • Collaborate with healthcare teams to enhance patient care.
  • Educate patients and families on respiratory health and care plans.

Benefits

  • $20,000 sign-on bonus for eligible hires.
  • Flexible work options and paid parental leave.
  • Student loan assistance and professional development opportunities.
  • Comprehensive well-being resources for personal and professional support.
  • Recognition programs and career growth opportunities.
Full Job Description
Description

Professional - Clinical
Req #: 82979

For a limited time MaineHealth is offering $20,000.00 sign on bonuses for Respiratory Therapists

Eligible candidates are hired into a Full or Part time 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 of separation from employment.

Full Time (36hrs); NIGHT Shift

Summary:
The Respiratory Care Practitioner II - MMCP role possesses significant knowledge of cardiopulmonary pathology, respiratory diagnostic techniques, treatment methods and equipment selection and maintenance for chronic, acute and emergency care in hospital areas including intensive care and outpatient settings. The Respiratory Care Practitioner II must be adept at patient assessment, the analysis of clinical data, and the formulation of patient care plans.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

  1. Education: Graduate from AMA approved school of Respiratory Therapy required.
  2. License/Certifications: Current applicable state(s) license in Respiratory Care, RRT, or CRRT required. Current BLS certification required. Current ACLS, PALS and NRP Certification required or must obtain within one year of start date or in accordance with department guidelines.
  3. Experience: One year of practical tertiary care clinical experience required. Demonstrates competency in all essential functions of a Respiratory Care Practitioner I role.
  4. Additional Skills/Requirements Required: N/A
  5. Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: N/A


Additional Information

MaineHealth is committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive environment where care team members can thrive while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve across Maine and New Hampshire. We offer competitive benefits including paid parental leave, flexible work options, student loan assistance, professional development opportunities, and well-being resources-so you can grow your career while feeling supported both personally and professionally.

We recognize the value each team member brings to our organization. Any offer of employment will depend on qualifications such as skills, relevant experience, education, certifications, and other job-related factors. The base range is an estimate and does not reflect the full value of our total compensation package.

The pay range for this position is $37.09 to $50.17 per hour.

Compensation for part-time positions is determined on a prorated basis consistent with the scheduled hours and applicable full-time equivalent (FTE).

In addition to base pay, MaineHealth offers comprehensive benefits, recognition programs, career growth opportunities, and, where applicable, shift differentials or other incentives.

If you have questions about this role, please contact [email protected]

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About Maine Medical Center

Maine Medical Center is a 637-bed teaching hospital located in Portland, Maine. It is the largest hospital in northern New England, and serves as the tertiary referral center for Maine, as well as parts of Vermont and New Hampshire. The hospital is a Level One Trauma Center, and is also home to the Barbara Bush Children's Hospital, a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, and the Maine Medical Center Research Institute.
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Size
8,000 employees
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Founded
1951

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