Respiratory Therapist RRT

Central Maine Medical Center; Lewiston (ME); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Part time

Job summary

Central Maine Medical Center in Lewiston, ME is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide high-quality care in a nights/12-hour shift schedule. This role involves ventilator management, oxygen therapy, and critical care support with a collaborative medical team.

The ideal candidate holds an RCP license and NBRC RRT certification, with ACLS/BLS and PALS qualifications, and preferred BS/AS degrees with 2+ years of acute care experience. Join CMH for strong benefits and career growth.

Qualifications

• Current State Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license required.
• Current NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification required or obtained within three months of hire.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC required and maintained.
• ACLS certification from AHA or ARC required and maintained.
• PALS certification from AHA or ARC required or obtained within 60 days of hire.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program certificate preferred.
• Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science degree preferred.
• Two years of acute care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ventilator management.
• Oxygen therapy and airway support.
• Emergency and ICU-level interventions.

Education

RCP license required

NBRC RRT certification required or within 3 months of hire

BLS certification required

ACLS certification required

PALS certification required or within 60 days of hire

Neonatal Resuscitation Program preferred

Associate or Bachelor of Science degree preferred

Two years acute care experience preferred

Job description

Overview

• Department: Respiratory Therapy
• Schedule: Nights,12-hour shifts
• Facility: Central Maine Medical Center
• Location: Lewiston, ME 04240

Central Maine Healthcare (CMH), a member of Prime Healthcare Foundation, is an integrated healthcare delivery system serving approximately 400,000 residents across central, western, and midcoast Maine through a network of more than 40 primary and specialty care locations. The system includes Central Maine Medical Center (CMMC) in Lewiston, a 250-bed, not-for-profit regional referral hospital that is home to the region's only Cancer Care Center, an orthopedic ambulatory surgery center, and the Central Maine Heart and Vascular Institute. CMMC also serves as the central Maine base for LifeFlight of Maine, the state's only medical helicopter service.

CMH also includes Bridgton Hospital and Rumford Hospital, two 25-bed critical access hospitals that provide essential care to Maine's rural communities.

As part of its commitment to healthcare education and workforce development, CMH is home to the Maine College of Health Professions, Maine's first nursing and medical imaging school. The private, not-for-profit institution is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education and plays an important role in training the next generation of healthcare professionals.

To learn more, visit www.cmhc.org.

Highlights of the Respiratory Therapist Role at CMMC

High-impact, life-saving work

RTs at CMMC provide critical care for patients with cardiopulmonary diseases, directly impacting patient outcomes.

Responsibilities include:

• Ventilator management
• Oxygen therapy and airway support
• Emergency and ICU-level interventions

Why it stands out: You’re on the front lines of care—especially in critical and emergent situations where your interventions are life‑saving.

Responsibilities

Under the direction and authorization of the medical director and cardiopulmonary director, the RCP II is responsible for performing respiratory therapeutic and pulmonary diagnostic procedures as ordered by the physician. Emphasis will be toward the assessment, planning, implementation and documentation of care, with consideration of age and population specific needs and requirements of the patient. In the absence of a supervisor, may be assigned/identified as Lead RCP, having responsibility for the section or department during their shift.

Working as a Respiratory Therapist at Central Maine Medical Center offers:

• Critical care, high‑impact patient work
• Broad clinical exposure (ICU, diagnostics, advanced therapies)
• Strong interdisciplinary collaboration
• Leadership and autonomy opportunities
• Competitive pay + shift differentials
• Excellent benefits and career growth support
• Lifestyle advantages of living in Maine

Qualifications

• Current State Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license required.
• Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) or obtained within three (3) months of hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certified from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) upon hire and maintain current.
• Adult Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) from the AHA or ARC certification upon hire and maintain current.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) from the AHA certification upon hire and maintain current or obtained within 60 days of hire.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program certificate is preferred.
• Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science degree preferred.
• Two (2) years of acute care experience is preferred.

Employment Status

Part Time < 60

Shift

Nights

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf