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| Respiratory Therapists work under the Leader of Respiratory Care and the
charge therapist in providing all therapeutic, supportive and monitoring
modalities to patients as prescribed by physicians, or their representatives
or by departmental protocols in all areas of the hospitals. Therapists may be
asked to work any shift as needed and to vary assigned schedules as needed in
order to provide adequate coverage and attend meetings and inservices relevant
to the job. They are required to adapt to technical advances in the field and
learn new equipment and procedures as they are introduced. At all times,
therapists are required to deliver the highest quality therapeutic, supportive
and monitoring care in a cost efficient and timely manner. At all times they
are required to act in a professional and courteous manner in interacting with
patients, patient families, visitors, other members of the hospital staff and
physicians. |
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| Qualifications: Graduate of an AMA approved program in Respiratory Therapy or equivalent.
Maine licensed Respiratory Therapist or student actively pursuing credentials
which qualify for licensure, BCLS Certification required. ACLS certification
desirable. NBRC credentialing as an RRT (advanced practitioner) within one
year of eligibility. |
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| Click here to apply online for this position. |
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| Why Choose SMMC? |
| Our health care professionals have credentials from some of the world's leading medical schools and teaching centers. They could have worked anywhere. But they were drawn by SMMC's innovative practices, a creative, employee-driven environment, our demonstrated commitment to growth and excellence, and the beauty of Southern Maine. Here you can have the professional and personal lifestyle you want in the midst of sandy beaches and the beautiful rocky coast of Maine, just minutes from the mountains, and the excitement and vitality of Portland (30 minutes) and Boston (90 minutes).
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| Join the team that's making a difference. |
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