Night Shift Respiratory Therapist — Critical Care

Maine Tech Hub; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Light Mercy Hospital in Portland, Maine seeks a Respiratory Therapist to monitor and treat pediatric through geriatric patients under physician directives. The role includes ventilator management, airway care, and participation in critical care teams, with a focus on safety and confidentiality.

The position requires a state license, NBRC credentials, BLS, and 2+ years of experience; evening/night shift options are available as described in the posting.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a 2-year associate degree or a 4-year NBRC approved Respiratory Therapy Program.
• Maine State professional license and NBRC eligibility requirements.
• BLS certification.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist credential.
• Minimum of at least 2 years’ experience depending on education.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical ventilator initiation and management.
• Insertion and/or care of artificial airways.
• Patient assessment, medication administration and recommendation for therapy.
• Airway clearance & bronchoscopy assist, as appropriate.
• Participation in the Rapid Response Team, Code Team, Trauma Team, and Sepsis team.
• Participate in multi-disciplinary rounds in critical care areas and education of students/other staff.

Skills

Ventilator management

Airway management

Patient assessment and therapy

Team participation (Rapid Response/Tra

Education

Associate’s degree (2-year NBRC program)

Bachelor’s degree NBRC program (optional)

Job description

Northern Light Mercy Hospital in Portland, Maine seeks a Respiratory Therapist to monitor and treat pediatric through geriatric patients under physician directives. The role includes ventilator management, airway care, and participation in critical care teams, with a focus on safety and confidentiality.

The position requires a state license, NBRC credentials, BLS, and 2+ years of experience; evening/night shift options are available as described in the posting.