Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory Therapist

Job Description: Quick LookARMStaffing is looking for a Respiratory Therapist, Respiratory Therapy (Day Shift) in Portland, Maine.

Portland, MEAssignment Duration: This is a 13-week contract position. Schedule/Shift7:00 AM - 7:30 PM, with a guaranteed 36 hours weekly and 36 weekend hours, including on-call requirements with a 2-hour response time for the oncoming shift.

Job Description: The Respiratory Therapist will work in a tertiary, teaching hospital environment covering multiple units including adult acute care, pediatric intensive care, emergency department, and neonatal intensive care. The therapist will be responsible for managing various respiratory therapies and equipment while ensuring high standards of care across the facility.

Responsibilities: Provide respiratory care and therapy to patients of all ages in various clinical settings. Utilize advanced ventilators such as Drager V500, VN500, Hamilton T1, and C1, and maintain familiarity with other respiratory support systems including Trilogy line and Vapotherm. Monitor and assess patients' respiratory function and adjust respiratory therapy as needed. Participate in patient care rounds and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team. Maintain accurate documentation in the EMR system (EPIC).

Required Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in respiratory therapy with a strong background in acute care settings. Experience working in a teaching hospital or level 1 trauma center is preferred.

Certifications/Licensure: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification is required. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification are preferred. About ARMStaffingFounded in 2011 and a member of the ARGroup, LLC, ARMStaffing connects dedicated nurses and allied health professionals with the facilities that need them most. As three-time winners of the Top Workplaces Award and named to SIA's Largest Staffing Firms in the U.S., we've built a reputation on more than just placements - we've built it on relationships. As a trusted partner to hospitals, rehab centers, and long-term care facilities across the country, we take pride in helping clinicians grow rewarding careers while supporting the organizations that rely on their skills.

Client Details: Address22 Bramhall StreetCityPortlandStateMEZip Code04102Job Board Disclaimer Job listings are updated in real time and may change or close without notice. Availability isn't guaranteed, and all placements require completed credentials and onboarding.