Respiratory Care Practitioner - Respiratory Therapy Portland

Maine Medical Center•Portland, ME

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Respiratory Care Practitioner - Respiratory Therapy Portland Description Maine Medical Center Portland, ME Professional - Clinical Req #: 54104 For a limited time MaineHealth is offering $20,000.00 sign on bonuses for Respiratory Therapists Eligible candidates are hired into a Full or Part time position. Bonus amount prorated for Part time hires; per diem hires are ineligible. Current MaineHealth member employees are ineligible; former MaineHealth Members are ineligible until greater than 6 months of separation from employment. Full Time (36hrs); NIGHT Shift Summary: The Respiratory Care Practitioner II - MMCP role possesses significant knowledge of cardiopulmonary pathology, respiratory diagnostic techniques, treatment methods and equipment selection and maintenance for chronic, acute and emergency care in hospital areas including intensive care and outpatient settings. The Respiratory Care Practitioner II must be adept at patient assessment, the analysis of clinical data, and the formulation of patient care plans.

Requirements

Graduate from AMA approved school of Respiratory Therapy required .
Current applicable state(s) license in Respiratory Care, RRT, or CRRT required .
Current BLS certification required .
Current ACLS, PALS and NRP Certification required or must obtain within one year of start date or in accordance with department guidelines.
One year of practical tertiary care clinical experience required .
Demonstrates competency in all essential functions of a Respiratory Care Practitioner I role.