Travel Respiratory Therapy Technician in Biddeford, ME

Key Responsibilities Provide respiratory therapy services across all hospital areas, including ICU, ER, Nursery (Level 1), and Med/Surge floors, serving a patient population ranging from newborns to adults. Operate and manage respiratory equipment including Drager V500 , Hamilton T-1 transport ventilator, V60 BiPAP, Airvo high-flow oxygen units, Neopuff, and RAM cannula.

Job Title

Registered Respiratory Therapist – Nights (Travel)

Location

Biddeford, ME | Acute Care

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Travel | Nights | 13-Week Assignment | Full-Time | Onsite | Start Time: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM

Key Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory therapy services across all hospital areas, including ICU, ER, Nursery (Level 1), and Med/Surge floors, serving a patient population ranging from newborns to adults
• Attend high-risk deliveries and participate as an active member of the neonatal resuscitation team
• Manage mechanical ventilation and perform intubation support for pediatric patients in the emergency setting
• Operate and manage respiratory equipment including Drager V500, Hamilton T-1 transport ventilator, V60 BiPAP, Airvo high-flow oxygen units, Neopuff, and RAM cannula
• Accurately document patient care and clinical interventions using the EPIC EMR system
• Float to all areas of the hospital as needed, demonstrating flexibility and strong clinical assessment skills

Required Qualifications

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential required
• BLS, ACLS, NRP, and PALS certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Respiratory Therapist
• Experience working in an adult ICU and treating pediatric patients in the ER, including intubation and mechanical ventilation
• Experience in a nursery setting, including attendance at high-risk C-sections and participation in resuscitation
• Proficiency with respiratory equipment listed above and EPIC documentation system

Preferred Experience / Skills

• NICU and/or PICU experience demonstrating comfort and competency with critically ill neonatal and pediatric patients
• Adult critical care background with advanced ventilator management skills
• Strong interpersonal skills with a team-oriented, positive, and respectful approach to patient care and collaboration

Why Join Us

• Expected 36 hours per week in a dynamic, multi-specialty environment offering broad clinical exposure across neonatal, pediatric, and adult populations
• Opportunity to work within a well-equipped respiratory therapy department utilizing advanced ventilator technology in a supportive team setting