Registered Respiratory Therapist

MaineHealth Accountable Care Organization; Rockport (ME); On-site; USD 51,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus ($20,000)

Job summary

MaineHealth Pen Bay Hospital in Rockport, ME is seeking a Respiratory Therapist II for the night shift. This role provides independent, high-quality respiratory care across diverse clinical settings and patient populations.

The ideal candidate has ARC-approved schooling, state licensure in Respiratory Care with RRT, current BLS, ACLS/PALS/NRP as required, and at least one year of experience. A $20,000 sign-on bonus is offered for eligible applicants, with benefits and eligibility details

Qualifications

• Graduate of an ARC-approved school of Respiratory Therapy.
• Current state license in Respiratory Care; RRT certification required; RRT certification to advance to Level II.
• Minimum one year of Respiratory Therapy experience.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients and develop respiratory care plans.
• Provide independent, high-quality respiratory care across clinical settings.
• Apply clinical knowledge and demonstrate clinical reasoning within standards and protocols.

Skills

Respiratory therapy

Clinical assessment

Critical thinking

Education

ARC-approved Respiratory Therapy program

Job description

Location: Rockport, ME
Facility: Pen Bay Hospital
Schedule: Full Time
Shift: Night
Job Category: Professional - Clinical
Req #: 88670
Date Posted: Sep 4, 2026

For a limited time MaineHealth is offering a $20,000.00 sign on bonus for Respiratory Therapists

Eligible candidates are hired into a Full or Part-time position. Bonus amount prorated for Part-time hires, per diem hires are ineligible. Current MaineHealth member employees are ineligible; former MaineHealth Members are ineligible until greater than 6 months separation from employment.

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Availability for a set schedule if wanted
• PBH is a regional ICU
• Full Time (36 hrs ); Night Shift
• 7:00pm - 7:00am
• Self -S cheduling model

Summary:

The Respiratory Therapist II role provides independent, high-quality respiratory care across a variety of clinical settings and patient populations. Independently applies clinical knowledge in most practice settings and can demonstrate clinical reasoning and decision-making. Able to assess patients, develop and adjust respiratory care plans, and manage complex patient needs within established standards and protocols.

Knowledge Skills And Abilities:

• Education: Graduateof aCo-ARC approved school of Respiratory Therapyrequired.
• License/Certifications : Current applicable state(s) license in Respiratory Carerequired. RRT certificationrequired. Must have RRT certification to advance toa LevelII. Current BLS Certificationrequiredwithin30 daysof startdate.Current ACLS,PALS and NRPcertificationsasrequiredby facility,or mustobtain within one year of start date
• Experience: Minimum of one year of Respiratory Therapy experiencerequired.
• Additional Skills/Requirements Required: N/A

Additional Information:

MaineHealth is committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive environment where care team members can thrive while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve across Maine and New Hampshire. We offer competitive benefits including paid parental leave, flexible work options, student loan assistance, professional development opportunities, and well-being resources—so you can grow your career while feeling supported both personally and professionally.

We recognize the value each team member brings to our organization. Any offer of employment will depend on qualifications such as skills, relevant experience, education, certifications, and other job-related factors. The base range is an estimate and does not reflect the full value of our total compensation package.

The pay range for this position is $37.09 to $50.17 per hour.

Compensation for part-time positions is determined on a prorated basis consistent with the scheduled hours and applicable full-time equivalent (FTE).

In addition to base pay, MaineHealth offers comprehensive benefits, recognition programs, career growth opportunities, and, where applicable, shift differentials or other incentives.

Notice Regarding Maine Employer Surveillance Statute:

Pursuant to Maine's Employer Surveillance Statute, prospective care team members are notified that MaineHealth may monitor, collect, record, review, or retain information related to the use of its systems, networks, applications, files, data, communications platforms (including notified recordings), smart badges, building access, company vehicle GPS data, business calls, and workplace security cameras.

Information collected may be used for legitimate business purposes, including security, safety, compliance, investigations, training, quality assurance, and operational management.

MaineHealth policy requires all care team members to be vaccinated, including for influenza, subject to eligibility for medical or religious exemptions which can only be granted in compliance with applicable law.

Notice Regarding Maine Employer Surveillance Statute: Pursuant to Maine's Employer Surveillance Statute, prospective care team members are notified that MaineHealth may monitor, collect, record, review, or retain information related to the use of its systems, networks, applications, files, data, communications platforms (including notified recordings), smart badges, building access, company vehicle GPS data, business calls, and workplace security cameras.

Information collected may be used for legitimate business purposes, including security, safety, compliance, investigations, training, quality assurance, and operational management.

Description

Pen Bay Hospital

Professional - Clinical
Req #: 88670

For a limited time MaineHealth is offering a $20,000.00 sign on bonus for Respiratory Therapists

Eligible candidates are hired into a Full or Part-time position. Bonus amount prorated for Part-time hires, per diem hires are ineligible. Current MaineHealth member employees are ineligible; former MaineHealth Members are ineligible until greater than 6 months separation from employment.

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Availability for a set schedule if wanted
• PBH is a regional ICU
• Full Time (36 hrs ); Night Shift
• 7:00pm - 7:00am
• Self -S cheduling model

Summary:

The Respiratory Therapist II role provides independent, high-quality respiratory care across a variety of clinical settings and patient populations. Independently applies clinical knowledge in most practice settings and can demonstrate clinical reasoning and decision-making. Able to assess patients, develop and adjust respiratory care plans, and manage complex patient needs within established standards and protocols.

Knowledge Skills And Abilities:

• Education: Graduateof aCo-ARC approved school of Respiratory Therapyrequired.
• License/Certifications : Current applicable state(s) license in Respiratory Carerequired. RRT certificationrequired. Must have RRT certification to advance toa LevelII. Current BLS Certificationrequiredwithin30 daysof startdate.Current ACLS,PALS and NRPcertificationsasrequiredby facility,or mustobtain within one year of start date
• Experience: Minimum of one year of Respiratory Therapy experiencerequired.
• Additional Skills/Requirements Required: N/A

Additional Information:

MaineHealth is committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive environment where care team members can thrive while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve across Maine and New Hampshire. We offer competitive benefits including paid parental leave, flexible work options, student loan assistance, professional development opportunities, and well-being resources—so you can grow your career while feeling supported both personally and professionally.

We recognize the value each team member brings to our organization. Any offer of employment will depend on qualifications such as skills, relevant experience, education, certifications, and other job-related factors. The base range is an estimate and does not reflect the full value of our total compensation package.

The pay range for this position is $37.09 to $50.17 per hour.

Compensation for part-time positions is determined on a prorated basis consistent with the scheduled hours and applicable full-time equivalent (FTE).

In addition to base pay, MaineHealth offers comprehensive benefits, recognition programs, career growth opportunities, and, where applicable, shift differentials or other incentives.

Notice Regarding Maine Employer Surveillance Statute:

Pursuant to Maine's Employer Surveillance Statute, prospective care team members are notified that MaineHealth may monitor, collect, record, review, or retain information related to the use of its systems, networks, applications, files, data, communications platforms (including notified recordings), smart badges, building access, company vehicle GPS data, business calls, and workplace security cameras.

Information collected may be used for legitimate business purposes, including security, safety, compliance, investigations, training, quality assurance, and operational management.

MaineHealth policy requires all care team members to be vaccinated, including for influenza, subject to eligibility for medical or religious exemptions which can only be granted in compliance with applicable law.

Notice Regarding Maine Employer Surveillance Statute: Pursuant to Maine's Employer Surveillance Statute, prospective care team members are notified that MaineHealth may monitor, collect, record, review, or retain information related to the use of its systems, networks, applications, files, data, communications platforms (including notified recordings), smart badges, building access, company vehicle GPS data, business calls, and workplace security cameras.

Information collected may be used for legitimate business purposes, including security, safety, compliance, investigations, training, quality assurance, and operational management.