Respiratory Therapist RRT Per Diem - Respiratory Therapy

Overview Department: Respiratory Therapy Schedule: Per Diem Facility: Bridgton Hospital Location: Bridgton, ME 04009 Central Maine Healthcare is an integrated healthcare delivery system serving 400,000 people living in central, western and Midcoastal Maine. CMH's hospital facilities include Central Maine Medical Center in Lewiston, Bridgton Hospital and Rumford Hospital. CMH also supports Central Maine Medical Group, a primary and specialty care practice organization. Other system services include the Central Maine Heart and Vascular Institute, a regional trauma program, LifeFlight of Maine's southern Maine base, the Central Maine Comprehensive Cancer Center and other high-quality clinical services. Highlights of the Role Working as a Respiratory Therapist at Bridgton Hospital offers: Broad clinical experience Close-knit, team-oriented environment Flexibility (especially per diem roles) Opportunities to grow skills quickly Strong lifestyle benefits in a scenic area Best fit for someone who: Likes autonomy and variety Enjoys a smaller hospital setting Values work-life balance and outdoor living Responsibilities Under 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. Qualifications Education, Experience, Training Current State Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license required. Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) or obtained within three (3) months of hire. Basic Life Support (BLS) certified from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) upon hire and maintain current. Adult Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) from the AHA or ARC certification upon hire and maintain current. Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) from the AHA certificate preferred. Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certificate preferred. Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science degree preferred. Two (2) years of acute care experience is preferred. Employment Status Per Diem Shift Variable Equal Employment Opportunity Company 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: #J-18808-Ljbffr