Respiratory Therapist (RT) - Respiratory Therapy

Description

Biddeford, ME
Professional - Clinical
Req #: 64982

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

Eligible candidates are hired into a Full or Part time position. Bonus amountproratedfor Part timehires,per diem hires are ineligible. Current MaineHealth member employees are ineligible; former MaineHealth Members are ineligible until greater than 6monthsseparation from employment.

Ideal for Recent Graduates!

Full Time(36hrs),Night Shift

Summary:

The Respiratory Therapist - MMC BID SAN role performs diagnostic tests of cardiovascular and pulmonary systems of patients to aid physicians/advanced practice practitioners in diagnosis and treatment of heart, lung, and blood vessel disorders.Assistswith administering respiratory care modalities and life support to patients with deficiencies and abnormalities of the cardiovascular system, under supervision of the physician/advanced practice practitioner.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

1. Education:Graduate or active enrollment in an AMA approved school of Respiratory Therapyrequired.
2. License/Certifications:Current applicable state(s) license or student actively pursuing license in Respiratory Carerequired. NBRC credentialing asan RRTrequiredwithin one year of eligibility. Current BLS certificationrequired. Current ACLS, PALS and NRP Certificationsrequiredor mustobtainwithin one year of start date orin accordance withDepartment guidelines.
3. Experience:Minimum of one thousand clinical hours as a graduate therapistrequired.

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Additional Information

If you have questions about this role, please contact jennifer.ferrari@mainehealth.org