Discover your next professional adventure in scenic Scarborough, ME—where the rugged Maine coastline meets a vibrant community and abundant opportunities for exploration. As a travel Respiratory Therapist, you’ll have the opportunity to experience cutting-edge medicine in a busy teaching hospital, gaining experience with a diverse patient population and complex clinical environments. Enjoy both the satisfaction of making a difference in critical care and the chance to build your resume with exposure to innovative healthcare approaches.
Work alongside an expert team of 14-16 RRTs, covering the entire facility and participating in an essential rotation schedule. In your downtime, immerse yourself in Portland’s thriving arts scene, picturesque hiking trails, and celebrated culinary delights—Maine is known for more than just magnificent lobsters!
Schedule/Hours:
- 3x12 hour shifts (Days: 7AM-7:30PM, Nights: 7PM-7:30AM)
- Guaranteed 36 hours/week
- Every other weekend and participation in call rotation (approx. one call shift per month)
Role Requirements:
- Minimum 3 years of recent RRT experience
- Tertiary, teaching hospital, and level 1 trauma center experience required
- Acute care (adult, pediatrics, NICU/PICU, ED); critical care expertise required
- BLS certification required, ACLS preferred; NRP for NICU required
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential
- Experience with a variety of advanced ventilators and EPIC EMR
- Flexible, collaborative personality with excellent communication skills
Responsibilities:
- Deliver high-quality respiratory therapy services throughout a large facility
- Provide care for a diverse patient population (adult, pediatric, NICU/PICU, critical/acute care)
- Respond to rapid changes and complex cases in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
- Float to ED, acute care, and pediatric areas as needed
- Participate in call and weekend rotations as scheduled
Benefits & Perks:
- Premium pay and tax-advantaged travel stipends
- Comprehensive healthcare coverage and robust 401(k) plan
- Travel and licensing assistance
- Job security and resume-building experience in a prestigious teaching hospital
- Opportunities to explore Maine’s spectacular coastline and outdoor adventures between shifts
Ready to advance your career and experience all Maine has to offer? Apply today to make your next move both professionally and personally rewarding!
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled
- Competitive Salary
- Weekly Paycheck
- Matching 401(k) Plan
- Extensive Medical Coverage
- Licensing Assistance
- Custom Housing
- Travel Assistance
- Professional Development Reimbursement