Northern Light Maine Coast Hospital

Department: Respiratory Therapy

Position is located: Northern Light Maine Coast Hospital

Work Type: Full Time

Hours Per Week: 36 Hours per Week

Work Schedule: 6:45 PM to 7:15 AM

Summary:


Under the supervision of the Cardiopulmonary Services Medical Director and Department Director, the Respiratory Therapist is responsible for providing cardiopulmonary care services in accordance with specific physician's orders, diagnostic, therapeutic and clinical assessments, provides patient education according to department policies and procedures.


Responsibilities:


+ Maintains knowledge of the various methods of oxygen delivery, including the necessary equipment. Remains alert assesses possible side effects to oxygen therapy.

+ Administers respiratory therapy treatments, understands the purpose of each and the possible side effects associated with each.<...