CRT or RRT (Respiratory Therapy #)

Respiratory Therapist Role at CMMCHigh-impact, life-saving workRTs at CMMC provide critical care for patients with cardiopulmonary diseases, directly impacting patient outcomes.Responsibilities include:Ventilator managementOxygen therapy and airway supportEmergency and ICU-level interventionsWhy it stands out: You're on the front lines of care—especially in critical and emergent situations where your interventions are life-saving.ResponsibilitiesUnder the direction and authorization of the medical director and cardiopulmonary director, the RCP II 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.Working as a Respiratory Therapist at Central Maine Medical Center offers:Critical care, high-impact patient workBroad clinical exposure (ICU, diagnostics, advanced therapies)Strong interdisciplinary collaborationLeadership and autonomy opportunitiesCompetitive pay + shift differentialsExcellent benefits and career growth supportLifestyle advantages of living in MaineQualificationsEDUCATION, 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 certification upon hire and maintain current or obtained within 60 days of hire. 6. Neonatal Resuscitation Program certificate is preferred. 7. Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science degree preferred. 8. Two (2) years of acute care experience is preferred.Employment StatusPart Time