Per Diem Respiratory Therapist – Acute Care

Bridgton Hospital; Bridgton (ME); On-site; USD 44,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Bridgton Hospital in Maine is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner I for per diem coverage. You will perform respiratory therapies and pulmonary diagnostics as ordered by the physician.

Attention to patient age and population-specific needs is essential for safe, effective care. The role requires an active RCP license, BLS/ACLS, and prefers PALS with potential lead responsibilities on shifts when a supervisor is unavailable.

Qualifications

• Current State Respiratory Care Practitioner license required.
• BLS and ACLS certification required upon hire and maintained.
• PALS preferred.
• NRP certificate preferred.
• HS diploma or equivalent required.
• 2 years acute care experience preferred.
• Associate or BS degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform respiratory therapies and pulmonary diagnostics as ordered by the physician.
• Assess, plan, implement and document patient care with age and population specific needs.
• Lead RCP on shift when supervisor is absent.

Skills

RCP license

BLS certification

ACLS certification

PALS preferred

NRP preferred

Associate/Bachelor degree preferred

High school diploma required

Acute care experience 2+ years

Education

Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science degree preferred

Job description

Bridgton Hospital in Maine is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner I for per diem coverage. You will perform respiratory therapies and pulmonary diagnostics as ordered by the physician.

Attention to patient age and population-specific needs is essential for safe, effective care. The role requires an active RCP license, BLS/ACLS, and prefers PALS with potential lead responsibilities on shifts when a supervisor is unavailable.