Travel Respiratory Therapist Registered Respiratory Therapist Job

Overview
Respiratory Therapist – Registered (RRT/CRT) travel assignment in Calais, ME. Start date 05/26/2026 for 13 weeks. Weekly pay range is $2,194 to $2,340 per week. Guaranteed hours: 0.0. Shift: 6/8 block schedule with on-call required. This position supports inpatient and outpatient cardiopulmonary care within a clinical, hospital-based setting under the supervision of the Respiratory Director and Medical Director.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,194–$2,340 per week
- Guaranteed hours: none
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 6/8 block; on-call required
- Start date: 05/26/2026
- Setting: Inpatient and outpatient cardiopulmonary care in a care continuum
- Travel assignment with temporary status and continued employment opportunities

Responsibilities
- Provide quality respiratory care to patients of all ages in inpatient and outpatient settings under the direction of the Respiratory Director and Medical Director.
- Deliver therapy services and testing within the scope of Cardiopulmonary Services and licensure guidelines in the State of Maine.
- Manage adult, pediatric, and neonatal mechanical ventilation; operate BiPAP/CPAP; perform EKGs, PFTs, and cardiac stress testing; interpret basic cardiac arrhythmias.
- Participate in in-service training and continuing education to maintain and enhance clinical skills.
- Complete thorough documentation, coordinate with the care team, and respond to on-call needs as assigned.

Requirements
- Current Maine Respiratory Care Practitioners License (RCP) in good standing.
- NBRC CRT or RRT credential, or eligible to sit for the RRT exam within one year of start date.
- Graduate of a CoARC-accredited Respiratory Care Education program with CRT or RRT credential as recognized by NBRC.
- At least 2 years of clinical experience preferred; new graduates may be considered.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS); Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) is optional.
- Demonstrated ability to perform respiratory care procedures and manage adult, pediatric, and neonatal ventilation, BiPAP/CPAP, EKGs, PFTs, and basic cardiac rhythm interpretation.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced inpatient/outpatient setting and participate in on-call duties.

Benefits and Support
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support
- Credentialing and onboarding assistance
- Dedicated assignment support throughout the contract
- Scheduling and on-call coordination support

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Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.

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