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Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
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Hours: 36 hrs/wk
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Start Date: Jun 21, 2026
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Length: 26 weeks
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Openings: 1
American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with 3+ years of experience for a night shift position at a Level 1 trauma teaching hospital in Portland, ME.
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Night shift hours: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
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26-week contract assignment
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Respiratory Therapy department covering the entire facility with a team of 14–16 RRTs
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Patient population includes adult acute and critical care, pediatrics (NICU/PICU), and ED patients
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Patient ratios: 1:25 for acute care, 1:8 for critical care
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Ventilator equipment includes Dräger V500 and VN500, Hamilton T1 and C1, Respironics V30, V60, Trilogy line, Airvo, and Vapotherm
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EMR: Epic
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On-call requirement: 2-hour call obligation for the oncoming shift
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Floating required across adult acute care, critical care, NICU/PICU, pediatrics, and ED as needed
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RRT credential required
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Minimum 2–3 years of respiratory therapy experience
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BLS required; ACLS preferred; NRP required for NICU coverage
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Experience in a tertiary, academic teaching hospital required
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Level 1 trauma experience required
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NICU/PICU and cardiothoracic experience preferred
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Driver's license required for consideration
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SSN and DOB required for consideration
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2 professional references required for consideration
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License required if applicable
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Provide respiratory therapy services across adult acute and critical care, NICU/PICU, pediatric acute care, and ED settings
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Candidates residing within 90 miles of any MaineHealth facility (in Maine or New Hampshire) are considered local and may be subject to a different pay rate; local candidates are not eligible for contract renewals or extensions
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Candidates who have worked at any MaineHealth facility within the past 12 months should disclose this during the application process
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A 25-mile float policy between facilities may apply
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Use of AirPods, laptops, and personal cell phones on the unit is prohibited
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Scrubs are provided or flexible attire is acceptable; no specific unacceptable attire noted
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Travel pairs or groups are not accepted for this position
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Ideal candidates are flexible team players with strong communication skills
