respiratory therapist iii - Portland, ME, United States - Maine Medical Center

Description

Summary

• **Generous Hiring Bonus Available**
• Position Summary
  • An RCP Level III is a proficient Practitioner, with the RRT credential and a Respiratory Therapy license, who has at least three years of professional respiratory experience at an acute care facility with preference of six months at MMC. The RCP III has an in-depth knowledge of cardiopulmonary pathology, respiratory diagnostic techniques, treatment methods and equipment selection and maintenance for chronic, acute and emergency care in all hospital areas including intensive care and outpatient settings. The RCP III must be adept at patient assessment, the analysis of clinical data, and the formulation of patient care plans. An RCP III demonstrates excellent clinical practice characterized by the ability to recognize salient aspects of patient care situations and quickly identify problems and solutions. RCP III must be competent to assume preceptor responsibilities.
  • About Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) roles at Maine Medical Center: RRT's can participate in a four-tiered professional clinical ladder. New graduate therapists enter the clinical ladder as a Level 1 therapist. Once all orientation has been completed, they will have the opportunity to grow professionally as a highly skilled Level 2 RRT. Development and advancement to the Level 3 and Level 4 positions is achieved by various forms of advancing education, specialty training, credentialing and participation in departmental and system activities.
• Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
  • Education: N/A
  • License/Certifications: Must hold and maintain credentialing from the National Board of Respiratory Care as an RRT. Licensed by the Maine Board of Respiratory Care Practitioners as a Registered Respiratory Therapist in Maine. Holds and maintains credentials in BLS and other credentials as required for specialty training such as; ACLS, NRP, and PALS.
  • Experience: A minimum of three years' practical clinical experience, with preference for six months' experience at Maine Medical Center.

With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations across Maine and New Hampshire, you'll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them - both within the walls of the organization and the communities that surround it.

We offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow - programs such as paid parental leave, a flexible work policy, student loan assistance, training and education, along with well-being resources for you and your family.

MaineHealth remains focused on investing in our care team and developing an inclusive environment where you can thrive and feel supported to realize your full potential. If you're looking to build a career in a place where people help one another deliver best-in-class care, apply today.

Additional Information
Maine Medical Center is a Magnet designated 700-bed tertiary care and teaching institution. MMC is Maine's largest hospital and a state-wide health care resource. MMC offers outstanding career opportunities and quality of life in Portland.