Respiratory Therapist RRT

Respiratory TherapistWorking as a Respiratory Therapist at Bridgton Hospital offers:Broad clinical experienceClose-knit, team-oriented environmentFlexibility (especially per diem roles)Opportunities to grow skills quicklyStrong lifestyle benefits in a scenic areaBest fit for someone who:Likes autonomy and varietyEnjoys a smaller hospital settingValues work-life balance and outdoor livingResponsibilitiesUnder the direction and authorization of the medical director and cardiopulmonary director or manager, the Respiratory Care Practitioner II (RCP II) is responsible for performing respiratory therapeutic and pulmonary diagnostic procedures as ordered by the ordering provider. Emphasis will be toward the assessment, planning, implementation, and documentation of care, with consideration of age and population specific needs and requirements of the patient. May on occasion be assigned/identified as Lead RCP, having responsibility for the section or department during their shift.QualificationsEDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING1. Current State Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license required.2. Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) or obtained within three (3) months of hire.3. Basic Life Support (BLS) certified from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) upon hire and maintain current.4. Adult Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) from the AHA or ARC certification upon hire and maintain current.5. Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) from the AHA certificate preferred.6. Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certificate preferred.7. Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science degree preferred.8. Two (2) years of acute care experience is preferred.Employment StatusPer DiemShiftVariableEqual Employment OpportunityCompany is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: