Respiratory Therapist, Part Time, Night Shift

Prime Healthcare•Lewiston, ME

1d•$33•Onsite

About The Position

Central Maine Healthcare is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to join the Central Maine Medical Center Respiratory Therapy team! This is a Part-time, 24 hours per week, Benefit eligible position. Central Maine Healthcare is an integrated healthcare delivery system serving 400,000 people living in central, western and Midcoast 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. If you are passionate about making a difference and are looking for your next great career opportunity, we look forward to reviewing your application! The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for performing diagnostic testing and therapeutic treatment for patients with cardiopulmonary diseases according to physician orders and protocols approved by the CMMC Medical Director for Respiratory Care. We are all about our team members growth and health. That why we prioritize work/life balance, community-based wellness initiatives and tuition reimbursement or student loan repayment for ALL of our team members. CMH offers a robust benefits package that includes: Robust Paid Time Off (PTO) program Medical plan with enhanced Tier 1 benefits provided within the CMH system. Dental plan Vision plan Health Savings Account (HSA) Basic Life insurance at no cost Supplemental Life insurance Long-term disability insurance 401(k) or 403(b) retirement savings plans Tuition IO partnership for student loan repayment assistance and tuition assistance Family leave program for Parental Leaves Comprehensive Wellness Program Central Maine Healthcare is an integrated healthcare delivery system serving 400,000 people living in central, western and Midcoast 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. Internal team members who apply for a role that has a sign on bonus for external candidates, will not be eligible for the sign on bonus. Team members who have been gone from CMH for one year or more are eligible for a sign on bonus payment. CMH actively promotes diversity in its workforce at all levels of the organization. We strive to create and maintain a setting where we celebrate cultural and other differences and consider them strengths of the organization. CMH is an equal opportunity workforce and no one shall discriminate against any individual with regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or veteran status with respect to any offer, or term or condition, of employment. We make reasonable accommodations to the known physical and mental limitations of qualified individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

Current Respiratory Therapist Licensure of the State of Maine.
Graduate of an AMA-approved School of Respiratory Therapy.
Current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS Certification required.
A minimum of one year respiratory care is preferred.
Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
Strong written and verbal skills.
Basic computer knowledge.
Ability to engage patients and team members utilizing the CMH Experience Standards i. I am creating a warming, caring, and non-judgmental environment ii. I am actively listening and seeking information iii. I am honest, truthful, and consistent iv. I am respectful, treating all individuals with dignity and empathy v. I am serving as a role model, taking both initiative and ownership when appropriate vi. I am working collaboratively and demonstrating teamwork vii. I am resilient and adapt to change in positive ways.
Demonstrated ability to direct and triage in a highly fluid dynamic operational environment.
Ability to collaborate with all layers of the management/ administration team.

Nice To Haves

Neonatal Resuscitation certification preferred
Additional languages preferred.

Responsibilities

Cardiopulmonary patient assessments
Oxygen administration
Pulse oximetry
Aerosol and nebulizer therapies
Chest physical therapy
Arterial blood gas sampling
Ventilator management
Indirect calorimetry assessments
Bronchoscopy assistance
Electrocardiograms Pulmonary function testing
Supports all members of the patient care team with the overall care plan of the patient, including pulmonary disease-specific education where indicated or ordered.
Maintains knowledge of the various methods of oxygen delivery, including the necessary equipment.
Remains alert, assesses possible side effects to oxygen delivery.
Administers respiratory therapy treatments, understands the purpose of each and the possible side effects associated with each.
Sets-up and monitors mechanical ventilators and the associated critical care duties required for such treatment, such as airway management and tracheal suctioning.
Demonstrates ability to assess patient pain interfering with optimal level of function or participation in rehabilitation - makes appropriate physician contact for intervention.
Performs arterial punctures to obtain arterial blood samples for blood gas analysis, and understands the possible complications and contraindications associated with the procedure.
Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of the differences in techniques and treatment modalities as performed on patients of varying ages, including neonate, pediatric, adolescent and geriatric patients, as well as the general patient population.
Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of oxygen concentrations and medication doses as they relate to patients of varying ages, including neonate, pediatric, adolescent and geriatric patients.

Benefits

Robust Paid Time Off (PTO) program
Medical plan with enhanced Tier 1 benefits provided within the CMH system.
Dental plan
Vision plan
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Basic Life insurance at no cost
Supplemental Life insurance
Long-term disability insurance
401(k) or 403(b) retirement savings plans
Tuition IO partnership for student loan repayment assistance and tuition assistance
Family leave program for Parental Leaves
Comprehensive Wellness Program