Registered Respiratory Therapist - ED & Inpatient Transport
Berlin, New Hampshire
Androscoggin Valley Hospital

Respiratory Therapist (Days) - Berlin, NH

Employment Type: Temporary
Schedule: 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (6:00 AM – 6:00 PM)
Hours per Week: 36 hours
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Work primarily with patients in Emergency Department (ED), inpatient units, and transport to tertiary care centers.
• Typical therapist-to-patient ratio: 1:5 or 1:6.
• Dress code: Scrubs (any color), no denim, closed-toe shoes, no perfume or cologne.
• High proficiency required with ventilators, including HHN, BiPAP, and CPAP.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of current acute care experience as a Respiratory Therapist.
• Active NBRC or CRT credential.
• Active American Heart Association BLS certification.
• Valid Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license for New Hampshire (temporary license acceptable; must be willing to apply upon offer).
• Respiratory Therapist skills checklist and supervisory reference from the past year required.
• All licenses and certifications must be current at time of submission.
• Permanent address and requested documentation must be provided with application.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous travel experience highly preferred.

Additional Information

• Local travelers within 50 miles considered.
• Patient care involves general medical and surgical cases in a critical access hospital setting.
• The area offers abundant outdoor recreational activities year-round, including hiking, cycling, skiing, snowmobiling, canoeing, and more.
• The community provides a small-town atmosphere with cultural and historical attractions nearby.

Note: Prior travel experience is highly preferred but not explicitly required.