Certified Respiratory Therapist

Job TitleRespiratory Care Practitioner IJob DescriptionUnder the direction and authorization of the medical director and cardiopulmonary director/manager, the RCP I is responsible for performing respiratory therapeutic and pulmonary diagnostic procedures as ordered by the physician. 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. In the absence of a supervisor, may 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. Basic Life Support (BLS) certified from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) upon hire and maintain current.3. Adult Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) from the AHA or ARC certification upon hire and maintain current.4. Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) from the AHA certification preferred.5. Neonatal Resuscitation Program certificate is preferred.6. Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science degree preferred.7. High School Diploma or equivalent is required.8. Two (2) years of acute care experience is preferred.Pay TransparencyBridgton Hospital offers competitive compensation and a reasonable compensation estimate for this role is $32.00 to $40.01 per hour. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being.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.