Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory Therapist

Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Night Shift

Location: Portland, ME

Assignment Duration: This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule: 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM

Job Description: We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to join our team. The position requires experience in acute care settings, with responsibilities including patient assessments, administering respiratory therapy treatments, and collaborating with healthcare professionals to deliver the highest standard of patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory therapy services to patients of all ages, including adult and pediatric populations.
• Perform assessments and develop individualized care plans.
• Administer oxygen therapy and other respiratory treatments as prescribed.
• Monitor patient vital signs and response to therapy, adjusting treatments as necessary.
• Participate in multidisciplinary rounds and collaborate with team members.
• Educate patients and families on respiratory health and home care techniques.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Minimum 3 years of experience in a tertiary or teaching hospital setting.
• Current RRT certification required.
• BLS certification required; ACLS preferred.
• NRP certification required for NICU assignments.
• Experience in NICU/PICU, acute care pediatrics, and emergency departments preferred.

Why ARMStaffing?

At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
• Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
• Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
• 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
• Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
• Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more

We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here's why:

• SIA's Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019
• SIA's Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. – 2023
• Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023
• Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics
• We've earned The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!

Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!