RRT Respiratory Therapist

Location

Portland, ME

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule

Night Shift: 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM

Job Description

The RRT Respiratory Therapist plays a crucial role in the Respiratory Therapy department, providing care for patients in a variety of settings, including acute and critical care. This position requires a commitment to working every other weekend and may involve participating in the call rotation as needed by the department.

Responsibilities

• Deliver respiratory care to patients, including adults and pediatric patients in acute care settings.
• Administer respiratory therapy treatments in accordance with established protocols.
• Monitor and assess patient response to treatments and make necessary adjustments.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care.
• Maintain equipment and ensure proper functioning of all respiratory therapy devices.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT).
• BLS certification required; ACLS preferred; NRP certification for NICU required.
• Experience in a tertiary, teaching hospital environment and familiarity with level 1 trauma cases preferred.
• Ability to float as needed in NICU/PICU, acute care pediatrics, and emergency departments.

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!