About this opportunity
ARMStaffing lists this Travel Respiratory Therapist opportunity in city of portland, Maine. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Description
ARMStaffing is seeking a travel Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Portland, Maine.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Respiratory Therapist
Discipline: Allied Health Professional
Start Date: 11/16/2026
Duration: 16 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, days
Employment Type: Travel
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Respiratory Therapy
Location
Based in Maine
Assignment Duration
This is a 13-week contract position.
Schedule
Shift: 7:00 AM - 7:30 PM and 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM. The assignment includes working every other weekend and participating in the call rotation.
Job Description
We are seeking a seasoned Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with a minimum of 3 years of experience in a tertiary teaching hospital, ideally in a Level 1 trauma setting. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing respiratory care to patients across various units, including NICU, PICU, acute pediatrics, and ED. Must be familiar with adult acute and critical care as well.
Responsibilities
Provide respiratory therapy interventions for a wide range of patient populations.
Manage and operate respiratory equipment, including ventilators and other support devices.
Participate in patient assessment and treatment planning in collaboration with the healthcare team.
Engage in continuous professional development and adhere to best practices in patient care.
Participate in call shifts as scheduled.
Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure
Minimum 3 years of recent experience as an RRT in a hospital setting.
BLS certification is required;
ACLS and NRP certifications are preferred.
Current RRT licensure.
Experience in NICU/PICU and critical care settings is highly desirable.
Why ARMStaffing?
At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:
Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period;
4% match with 5% contribution
Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more
We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here’s why:
SIA’s Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019
SIA’s Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. – 2023
Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023
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We've earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!
Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!
ARMStaffing Job ID # . Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Respiratory Therapist: Respiratory Therapist,07:00:00-19:00:00
About ARMStaffing
Allied Resources Medical Staffing (ARMStaffing) places the most qualified medical professionals in the industry, including: local and travel contract, temp-to-perm, per diem, and direct-hire personnel.
As a leader in medical staffing, we cover every segment of the healthcare market and take pride in our ability to exceed our clients' expectations. We accomplish this through our total dedication to our clients and field associates, our over 15 years of experience, a strong and diverse poor of medical professionals, and the high level of loyalty of our internal staff.
We also make it a point to develop and maintain close relationships with staffing and office managers to ensure clear communication and proper placements based on the client's criteria. This allows us to tailor our services to best suit the staffing needs of our clients, while placing our employees in positions that match their abilities and preferences.
Our goal is to offer unparalleled service to our valued healthcare clients, regardless of facility size or location, and to maintain a top-notch workforce of qualified, dedicated and medical professionals.
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Staffing for every segment of the healthcare industry including, RNs, LPNs, and CNAs, and Allied Health Professionals
Long-term contracts, block scheduling and per diem staffing options
24-Hour customer service and on-call support 365 days a year
Full-time, registered nurse on staff to provide screening, background, and reference checks
Long-term and temporary career options with outstanding employee benefits
Medical Benefits
Company-matched 401K
Worksite address
city of portland, ME, 04122, US
Who can apply
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