Respiratory Therapist, Part-time

Central Maine Healthcare is an integrated healthcare delivery system serving 400,000 people living in central, western and Midcoast Maine. CMH's hospital facilities include Central Maine Medical Center in Lewiston, Bridgton Hospital and Rumford Hospital. CMH also supports Central Maine Medical Group, a primary and specialty care practice organization. Other system services include the Central Maine Heart and Vascular Institute, a regional trauma program, LifeFlight of Maine's southern Maine base, the Central Maine Comprehensive Cancer Center and other high-quality clinical services.

If you are passionate about making a difference and are looking for your next great career opportunity, we look forward to reviewing your application!

Position Summary:

The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for performing diagnostic testing and therapeutic treatment for
patients with cardiopulmonary diseases according to physician orders and protocols approved by the CMMC
Medical Director for Respiratory Care. These clinical services include, but are not limited to: cardiopulmonary
patient assessments, oxygen administration, pulse oximetry, aerosol and nebulizer therapies, chest physical
therapy, arterial blood gas sampling, ventilator management, indirect calorimetry assessments, bronchoscopy
assistance, electrocardiograms, and pulmonary function testing. The Respiratory Therapist supports all
members of the patient care team with the overall care plan of the patient, including pulmonary disease
specific education where indicated or ordered.

Essential Duties:

• Maintains knowledge of the various methods of oxygen delivery, including the necessary equipment.
Remains alert, assesses possible side effects to oxygen delivery.
• Administers respiratory therapy treatments, understands the purpose of each and the possible side
effects associated with each.
• Sets-up and monitors mechanical ventilators and the associated critical care duties required for such
treatment, such as airway management and tracheal suctioning.
• Demonstrates ability to assess patient pain interfering with optimal level of function or participation
in rehabilitation - makes appropriate physician contact for intervention.
• Performs arterial punctures to obtain arterial blood samples for blood gas analysis, and understands
the possible complications and contraindications associated with the procedure.
• Follows departmental equipment sterilization procedures.
• Documents all pertinent data on the patient’s medical record following completion of any service.
• Maintains a thorough knowledge of all departmental forms, flow charts, logbooks and their proper
usage.
• Performs all duties as outlined in the “Shift Responsibilities” section for the shift that the therapist
works.
• Performs all additional duties as assigned by the department manager/coordinator.
• Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of the differences in techniques and treatment modalities
as performed on patients of varying ages, including neonate, pediatric, adolescent and geriatric
patients, as well as the general patient population.
• Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of oxygen concentrations and medication doses as they
relate to patients of varying ages, including neonate, pediatric, adolescent and geriatric patients.
• Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the
likelihood of medical/health care errors.
• Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly.
• Inspects and tests respiratory therapy equipment to ensure that it is functioning safely and efficiently.
• Formulates a teaching plan based on identified learning needs of a patient and evaluates effectiveness
of learning. Patient’s family is included in teaching as appropriate.
• Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity.
• Coordinates and directs patient care to ensure patients’ needs are met and that hospital policy is
followed.
• Demonstrates ability to assess patient, his/her need, and ability to tolerate treatment and reassessment
for response to treatment.
• Attends education in-service programs to maintain professional competency.
• Obtains appropriate hospital-specific education and training

Education and Experience:

• Current Respiratory Therapist Licensure of the State of Maine.
• Graduate of an AMA-approved School of Respiratory Therapy.
• Neonatal Resuscitation certification preferred
• Current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS Certification required.
• A minimum of one-year respiratory care is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Additional languages preferred.
• Strong written and verbal skills.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Ability to engage patients and team members utilizing the CMH Experience Standards

i. I am creating a warming, caring, and non-judgmental environment
ii. I am actively listening and seeking information
iii. I am honest, truthful, and consistent
iv. I am respectful, treating all individuals with dignity and empathy
v. I am serving as a role model, taking both initiative and ownership when appropriate
vi. I am working collaboratively and demonstrating teamwork
vii. I am resilient and adapt to change in positive ways.

• Demonstrated ability to direct and triage in a highly fluid dynamic operational environment.
• Ability to collaborate with all layers of the management/ administration team.

CMH actively promotes diversity in its workforce at all levels of the organization. We strive to create and maintain a setting where we celebrate cultural and other differences and consider them strengths of the organization. CMH is an equal opportunity workforce and no one shall discriminate against any individual with regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or veteran status with respect to any offer, or term or condition, of employment. We make reasonable accommodations to the known physical and mental limitations of qualified individuals with disabilities.