Respiratory Therapist RRT

Highlights of the Respiratory Therapist Role at CMMC

• RRTs provide critical care for patients with cardiopulmonary diseases, impacting patient outcomes.
• You're on the front lines of care, especially in critical and emergent situations where your interventions are life-saving.
• Critical care, high-impact patient work.
• Broad clinical exposure (ICU, diagnostics, advanced therapies).
• Strong interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Leadership and autonomy opportunities.
• Competitive pay + sign-on bonuses + shift differentials.
• Excellent benefits and career growth support.
• Lifestyle advantages of living in Maine.

About the Role

The RCP II is responsible for performing respiratory therapeutic and pulmonary diagnostic procedures as ordered by the physician. They assess, plan, implement, and document care, considering age and population-specific needs and requirements of the patient. In the absence of a supervisor, they may be assigned/identified as Lead RCP, managing the section or department during their shift.

Responsibilities

• Perform respiratory therapeutic and pulmonary diagnostic procedures as ordered by the physician.
• Achieve and document quality care outcomes.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Assess, plan, implement, and document care, considering age and population-specific needs and requirements of the patient.
• Manage the section or department during the absence of a supervisor.

Requirements

• Current State Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license required.
• Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) or obtained within three (3) months of hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certified from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) upon hire and maintain current.
• Adult Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) from the AHA or ARC certification upon hire and maintain current.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) from the AHA certification upon hire and maintain current or obtained within 60 days of hire.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program certificate is preferred.
• Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science degree preferred.
• Two (2) years of acute care experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Current State Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license required.
• Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) or obtained within three (3) months of hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certified from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) upon hire and maintain current.
• Adult Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) from the AHA or ARC certification upon hire and maintain current.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) from the AHA certification upon hire and maintain current or obtained within 60 days of hire.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program certificate is preferred.
• Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science degree preferred.
• Two (2) years of acute care experience is preferred.

Skills

• Proficiency in respiratory therapy techniques.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Knowledge of age and population-specific care protocols.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
• Flexible work schedule options.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Employee assistance programs.
• Retirement savings plans.

Pay

Competitive pay with sign-on bonus available for qualified candidates. Details discussed during the interview process.

Schedule

Day Shift, 12-hour shifts.