Respiratory Therapist

Redington-Fairview General Hospital

• $64K — $105K *
Hospitals & Medical Centers
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • State of Maine Respiratory Therapy license and RRT required
  • BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP certifications required, or must obtain soon after hire
  • 1-2 years of experience preferred, specifically in blood gas skills
  • Ability to work independently in emergency situations
  • Flexibility to work rotating weekends, holidays, and on 12-hour call shifts

Responsibilities

  • Provide various therapeutic and diagnostic modalities to patients
  • Educate patients on respiratory therapies and procedures
  • Participate in quality assurance surveys to enhance service delivery
  • Handle emergency situations with confidence and independence
  • Coordinate transports and coverage during call rotations

Benefits

  • Full-time status with 60 hours biweekly schedule
  • Opportunity for varied shifts, enhancing work-life balance
  • Involvement in quality assurance measures, contributing to professional growth
  • Engagement in a team-focused environment that encourages learning and development
Full Job Description
The respiratory therapist is responsible for providing various therapeutic and diagnostic modalities as well as patient education and participation in quality assurance surveys. One to two years of experience with blood gas skills preferred. Flexibility to work rotating weekends and holidays as well as 12 hour call rotations for coverage and transports required. Status: Full-time, 60 hours biweekly 24/36, variable shift Qualities: Ability to work independently in emergency situations Requirements: State of Maine Respiratory Therapy license and RRT required; BLS, ACLS, PALS and NRP required, or able to obtain within an allotted amount of time. They pay range for this position is $30.90 to $50.63 per hour, based on relevant education, qualifications, and experience.

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