Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center

Department: Respiratory Therapy

Position is located: Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center

Work Type: PRN

Hours Per Week: As Needed

Work Schedule: Variable Hours


Summary:

Respiratory Therapists assist in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients with pulmonary disorders. They collect and analyze sputum, blood, and breath specimens to determine oxygenation and ventilation status. Respiratory therapist also measures lung volumes and capacities, deliver inhaled medication as prescribed and performs a verity of chest physiotherapies to aid in the treatment of pulmonary disease. Under the supervision of the department manager and medical director a Respiratory therapist I must have successfully completed either an associate’s or bachelor’s degree in respiratory therapy. All respiratory therapist I’s must complete their board licensure testing as a CERTIFIED respi...