Respiratory Care Practitioner III

MaineHealth; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

MaineHealth is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner III with expertise in cardiopulmonary care and diagnostic techniques. This position emphasizes strong clinical skills for handling various patient situations in both acute and chronic settings. The right candidate will possess relevant certifications and experience in delivering exceptional patient care across all hospital areas.

Benefits

Paid parental leave

Flexible work policy

Student loan assistance

Training and education resources

Well-being resources

Qualifications

• Three years of practical clinical experience required.
• Demonstrated competency in all essential functions of a Respiratory Care Practitioner II role.
• Current state license in Respiratory Care required.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory diagnostic techniques and methods.
• Monitor and treat patients in critical and acute care settings.
• Identify and solve patient care problems quickly.

Skills

Cardiopulmonary knowledge

Excellent clinical practice

Education

Graduate from AMA approved school of Respiratory Therapy

Tools

State license in Respiratory Care

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

PALS Certification

NRP Certification

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Summary

The Respiratory Care Practitioner III role 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 and demonstrates excellent clinical practice characterized by the ability to recognize salient aspects of patient care situations and quickly identify problems and solutions.

Description

Maine Medical Center

Professional - Clinical

Req #: 16960

Summary

The Respiratory Care Practitioner III role 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 and demonstrates excellent clinical practice characterized by the ability to recognize salient aspects of patient care situations and quickly identify problems and solutions.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities (KSAs)

• Education: Graduate from AMA approved school of Respiratory Therapy required.
• License/Certifications: Current applicable state(s) license in Respiratory Care, RRT, or CRRT required. Current BLS certification required. Current ACLS, PALS and NRP Certifications required or must obtain within one year of start date or according to department guidelines.
• Experience: Three years of practical clinical experience required. Six months of experience at MH MMCP preferred. Demonstrates competency in all essential functions of a Respiratory Care Practitioner II role.
• Additional Skills/Requirements Required: N/A
• Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: N/A
  
  

Additional Information

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.

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