Registered Respiratory Therapist
Portland, ME
Access Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
$2,372/weekOverview
- Start Date05/17/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration26 weeks
Pay
Qualifications
- Allied Health Professional (2 years)
- Registered Respiratory Therapist, Respiratory Care Practitioner or Respiratory Therapist (2 years)
Description
Job Opportunity: Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
Location: Portland, Maine
Employment Type: Travel Contract
Contract Length: 26 weeks (approximately 6 months)
Position Overview
- Role: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
- Specialty: Respiratory Therapy
- Shift: 7:00 AM - 7:30 PM and 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM
- Weekly Guaranteed Hours: 36
- Weekend Hours: 36 (unless otherwise noted)
- Call Requirements: Yes, 2 hours for the oncoming shift
- Float Requirements: Must float as RRT with some NICU/PICU, acute care pediatrics, emergency department, adult acute and critical care
Required Qualifications
- Valid Registered Respiratory Therapist license in Maine
- Minimum 3 years of experience as a Respiratory Therapist, including experience within the last year
- BLS (Basic Life Support) certification
- NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) certification
- Experience working with neonate and pediatric patients
- Experience working with Level 1 trauma patients
- Experience in tertiary care and teaching hospital environments
Experience & Skills
- Must have experience in a tertiary, teaching hospital environment
- Experience with level 1 trauma patients required
- Preferred experience in NICU/PICU and cardiothoracic care
- Flexible, team player with strong communication skills
Unit Information
- Patient Ratios:
- Acute care: 1:25
- Critical care: 1:8
- Equipment used includes:
- Drager V500 and VN500 ventilators
- Hamilton T1 and C1 ventilators
- Respironics V30, V60, Trilogy line
- Airvo and Vapotherm devices
- EMR system: EPIC
- Team size: 14-16 RRTs covering the entire facility
Additional Information
- Dress Code: Scrubs provided or flexible
- Personality fit: Must be adaptable and a strong communicator
- Prior travel experience: Not explicitly required
This position offers a dynamic environment with a variety of patient populations including pediatrics, NICU/PICU, emergency, and adult critical care. The role requires a skilled and flexible respiratory therapist ready to work in a fast-paced, teaching hospital setting.
Employer
Access Healthcare
Access Healthcare aims to provide superior service to our nursing family by providing around the clock support, competitive pay packages and an unmatched benefits package! Unlike other agencies, we offer a true family feel and work with you to find the placement that is right for you. We offer one of the top leading pay packages in the industry and we are ready to get you the money you deserve!
Access Healthcare was founded by two travel nurses, Danielle and Diego, who had a dream and a shared vision of creating an agency which all nurses would want to work with. Our passion has led us to where we are today as one of the top 10 agencies in our home state of New Jersey, with access to contracts in all 50 states! We encourage you to join our team and we cannot wait to get to know you!
About Portland, ME
As a Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist in Portland, ME here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Portland, ME is slightly higher than the national average, with housing being the primary factor.
- Wages may not fully match up with the higher cost of living.
- Average summer highs range from 70-80°F, while winter lows can drop to 15-20°F.
- Be prepared for cold winters and mild summers.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Portland, ME, but they may require some searching due to demand.
- Portland is relatively car-friendly, but it also offers public transportation options like buses and ferries for getting around the city and nearby islands.
- Portland, ME has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include seasonal allergies and cold-related illnesses.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the city's healthcare facilities.
- Portland, ME offers a vibrant food scene with numerous restaurants, as well as art galleries, music venues, and sports activities.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy scenic cruises, whale watches, and island hopping in Casco Bay.
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