Respiratory Therapist, Night Shift

Central Maine Healthcare•Lewiston, ME

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Central Maine Healthcare is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to join our Respiratory Therapy team at Central Maine Medical Center! This is a Full-time, 36 hours per week, Benefit eligible position. 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. These clinical services include, but are not limited to: 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. The Respiratory Therapist 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.

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.
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.
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
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.

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