At Central Maine Healthcare our team members are committed to providing exceptional care and experiences for our community and for each other every day.
Respiratory Therapy Student Opportunity!
Flexible, per diem schedule
Earn while you learn!
Tuition assistant program
Kickstart your journey to a career in Respiratory Therapy!
The Opportunity
Central Maine Healthcare is seeking a Respiratory Therapist Assistant to join our Respiratory Therapy team!
The Respiratory Therapy team at Central Maine Medical Center is dedicated to improving the quality of life for our patients with respiratory disorders.
The Respiratory Therapist Assistant is a great opportunity for a 1st year Respiratory Therapy student, or those thinking of switching career paths, or who is planning to enroll in a respiratory therapy program!
With a flexible schedule, this per diem position will provide the opportunity to earn while you learn!
The Respiratory Therapist Assistant provides support to the Central Maine Medical Center Respiratory Therapy team by:
fulfill clerical/material management duties.
Supports the Patient Transport process.
Responsible for performing multiple duties that require expertise in the assembly, transport, disinfection, calibration and troubleshooting of respiratory related equipment.
Responsible for maintaining an appropriate level of equipment in the various respiratory work areas and assisting the Respiratory Therapist with various procedures and tasks, as directed.
Essential Duties
Cleaning, assembly, calibration, troubleshooting and transport of Respiratory Therapy equipment.
Unpacking deliveries of supplies
Stocking shelves
Check code carts and restock as needed
Stocking oxygen cylinders daily
Education And Experience
High school graduate
Currently enrolled as a first-year student in an accredited Respiratory Therapy Program
Current BLS
Demonstrated proficiency in respiratory equipment handling may be trained to assemble, troubleshoot and assist with bedside bronchoscopy services
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Basic computer knowledge
Additional languages preferred
Ability to engage patients and team members utilizing the CMH Experience Standards
I am creating a warming, caring, and non-judgmental environment
I am actively listening and seeking information
I am honest, truthful, and consistent
I am respectful, treating all individuals with dignity and empathy
I am serving as a role model, taking both initiative and ownership when appropriate
I am working collaboratively and demonstrating teamwork
I am resilient and adapt to change in positive ways.
If you are passionate about making a difference and are looking for your next great career opportunity, we look forward to reviewing your application!
Seniority level
Internship
Employment type
Part-time
Job function
Administrative
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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