Respiratory Therapist Per Diem

Kennebec Pharmacy & Home Care; Augusta (ME); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the healthcare sector seeks a Respiratory Therapist (Per Diem) in Augusta, ME. The role focuses on providing respiratory therapy, including equipment setup and patient education, with a competitive hourly pay range of $40-$45. The ideal candidate will have an Associate's degree in respiratory care and relevant certifications, alongside a dedication to patient care.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of respiratory therapy experience in home care or a hospital setting.

Responsibilities

• Setup, maintenance, and troubleshooting of CPAP/BiPAP machines.
• Ensure therapy aligns with physician orders and maintain electronic medical records.
• Interpret physician diagnoses to fit PAP patients.

Skills

Patient care

Teamwork

Troubleshooting

Education

Associate's degree from an AMA-approved respiratory care training program

Certified/Registered by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) and licensed as RRT or CRT in the State of Maine

Job description

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Kennebec Pharmacy & Home Care provided pay range

This range is provided by Kennebec Pharmacy & Home Care. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$40.00/hr - $45.00/hr

Kennebec Pharmacy and Home Care is your local pharmacy and home medical equipment provider dedicated to making better living possible. We offer an array of services that extend far beyond those of a traditional retail pharmacy and have been serving residents throughout the state of Maine for over 20 years.

You can look to us for: CPAP/BIPAP, respiratory therapy, durable medical equipment and supplies, and home infusion therapy.

At Kennebec Pharmacy & Home Care, we are dedicated to addressing the pharmaceutical, durable medical equipment, and respiratory needs of those we serve with unparalleled care and compassion. Our mission is to provide the highest level of service and support, making better living possible for our clients every day.

This is a per diem position based in Augusta with travel required to Central and Southern Maine areas.

Job Summary

We are seeking a Respiratory Therapist who will be responsible for the setup, maintenance, and troubleshooting of CPAP/BiPAP machines, mask fittings, and education for patient clients. This role requires expertise in operating respiratory equipment, along with a strong focus on patient care, compliance, and teamwork.

Responsibilities Include

• Ensure therapy aligns with physician orders and consult with physicians as needed for optimal patient care.
• Maintain electronic medical records for accurate documentation.
• Interpret physician diagnoses to fit PAP patients with appropriate masks.
• Troubleshoot and adjust respiratory equipment for optimal results.
  
  

Requirements

• Associate’s degree from an AMA-approved respiratory care training program
• Certified/Registered by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) and licensed as RRT or CRT in the State of Maine
• Minimum of 2 years of respiratory therapy experience in home care or a hospital setting
  
  

This position pays between $40/hr-$45/hr depending on experience.

If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact and join a team that is dedicated to making better living possible, we’d love to hear from you!!

Kennebec Pharmacy & Home Care provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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