(207) 474-5121 | 46 Fairview Avenue, Skowhegan, ME 04976

Employment Opportunities

Redington-Fairview General Hospital (RFGH) has been providing care as an independent, community hospital in Skowhegan, Maine since 1952. Today, RFGH is a 25-bed critical access facility that provides health care for more than 30,000 residents living in Somerset County, which extends from Skowhegan to the Canadian border. Founded in a tradition of community service, and strengthened by a readiness to respond to change, RFGH looks forward to a bright healthcare future; for our employees, medical staff, and for those we serve.

If you are interested in making a difference in your community, a rewarding career at RFGH may be for you. Explore our Nursing, General Employment, and Provider career opportunities below.

We Offer Excellent Benefits

Benefits become effective the 1st of the month following hire date

Some Examples of full time employee benefits below
  • Medical Insurance, 2 Options and employee coverage cost $0.
  • Healthcare discount: services provided at RFGH are covered 100%
  • Competitive Shift Differentials
  • Dental and Vision Insurances
  • 403b contribution with employer matching
  • Pension plan, fully funded by RFGH
  • Earned time benefit of 5 weeks per year (increases after 5 years)
  • Tuition assistance after only 5 weeks of employment!
  • Loan forgiveness up to $1800 per year
  • Free Gym membership

General

Endoscopy

The endoscopy department is seeking a self motivated and enthusiastic endoscopy aide. The endoscopy aide participates as a member of the endoscopy team by preforming housekeeping tasks, cleaning of equipment and clerical duties as assigned.

Status: Per diem

Qualities: Must have excellent communication and organizational skills. Must be able to work independently and perform effectively under pressure. Must have great attention to detail and adhere to all infection control policies.

Requirements: No clinical certification required. On the job training will be provided for specific skills for the right candidate.

RMPC

The RMPC Medical Assistant performs various activities under the general supervision of the physician and the Office Manager to support exceptional patient centered care.

Status: Full time, 40 hours M-F

Qualities: Good interpersonal and organizational skills required. Previous medical office experience is desirable. Must be able to multi task and have computer and typing skills

Requirements: Medical Assistant Certification required. Associate Degree in Medical Assisting preferred.

SFM

The SFM Medical Assistant performs various activities under the general supervision of the physician and the Office Manager. The Medical Assistant is expected to know all of the functions of the office procedures and protocols for SFM

Status: Full time, 40 Hours, 7:15-4:30 M-Th, 7:15-12:15 Fr

Qualities: Good interpersonal skills and organizational skills required. Previous medical office experience is desirable. Must be able to multi task and have computer and typing skills

Requirements: Associate Degree in Medical Assistant preferred. Medical Assistant Certification required. High School graduate and Medical terminology required

Skowhegan Family Medicine

The SFM Medical Assistant performs various activities under the general supervision of the physician and the Office Manager. The Medical Assistant is expected to know all of the functions of the office procedures and protocols for SFM

Status: Full time, 30-40 Hours, M-F

Qualities: Good interpersonal skills and organizational skills required. Previous medical office experience is desirable. Must be able to multi task and have computer and typing skills

Requirements: Associate Degree in Medical Assistant preferred. Medical Assistant Certification required. High School graduate and Medical terminology required


Somerset Primary Care

The SPC MA performs various activities under the general supervision of the physician and the Office Manager. The Medical Assistant is expected to know all of the functions of the office procedures and protocols for SPC

Status: Full time, 36-40 Hours

Qualities: Good interpersonal skills and organizational skills required. Previous medical office experience is desirable. Must be able to multi task and have computer and typing skills

Requirements: Associate Degree in Medical Assistant preferred. Medical Assistant Certification required. High School graduate and Medical terminology required


Laboratory

The Laboratory Department Phlebotomy/EKG Technician staff will be competent to perform all diagnostic procedures, as assigned and must be able to demonstrate consistent competence to perform the skills required

Status: Full time, 11:30a-8p with rotating weekends and Holidays

Qualities: An ability to work in a fast paced environment is essential.

Requirements: High School Diploma. Certificate from accredited phlebotomy training program preferred.

Rehab Services

RFGH Rehab & Fitness is seeking a full time, Maine-licensed Physical Therapist for our Outpatient Rehab setting. This includes evaluation and treatment of a variety of populations throughout the lifespan with majority of caseload being orthopedic. New grads welcome to apply. The candidate/employee will receive on the job training and mentorship from a team of experienced and supportive therapists. The position offers an excellent benefit package and continuing education support.

Status: Full time, 40 hours, M-F with one night per week working until 6pm closing.

Qualities: Effective teamwork, flexibility, patience, and courtesy towards patients, family, and other staff are essential. The candidate/employee will require the physical ability to perform job related duties which may require sitting, standing, walking, lifting, bending, stooping, stretching, pushing, and pulling.

Requirements: Maine PT licensure.

Respiratory Therapy

The respiratory therapist is responsible for providing various therapeutic and diagnostic modalities as well as patient education and participation in quality assurance surveys. One to two years of experience with blood gas skills preferred. Flexibility to work rotating weekends and holidays as well as 12 hour call rotations for coverage.

Status: Full-time, 36 hours 5p-5a

Minimum pay $30.00/hr which increases based on years of experience. Shift differentials also available.

Qualities: Ability to work independently in emergency situations

Requirements: State of Maine Respiratory Therapy license and RRT required; BLS, ACLS, PALS and NRP required, or able to obtain within an allotted amount of time.

Respiratory Therapy

The respiratory therapist is responsible for providing various therapeutic and diagnostic modalities as well as patient education and participation in quality assurance surveys. One to two years of experience with blood gas skills preferred. Flexibility to work rotating weekends and holidays as well as 12 hour call rotations for coverage and transports required.

Status: Per diem

Minimum pay $30.00/hr which increases based on years of experience. Shift differentials also available.

Qualities: Ability to work independently in emergency situations

Requirements: State of Maine Respiratory Therapy license and RRT required; BLS, ACLS, PALS and NRP required, or able to obtain within an allotted amount of time.

Ultrasound

Under the direction of the Radiologist, performs a variety of diagnostic ultrasound procedures and communicates results, completes examinations according to prescribed procedures using independent judgment in the utilization of ultrasonic equipment for medical diagnoses, is responsible for daily operations of the department, patient schedule, equipment maintenance, the report of equipment failures and quality assessment, must demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to perform exams on patients of all age groups, and must be knowledgeable about developmental needs over the age span and where appropriate are knowledgeable about age related equipment.

Status: per diem

Qualities: Patient centered care and attention to detail are required

Requirements: Must have a high school education and be a Registered Radiologic Technologist with previous Ultrasound experience or Previous Ultrasound experience or hold the ARDMS Registry for Ultrasound. or Be a graduate from an 'Approved Accredited Ultrasound School', holding the Physics component of the ARDMS registry-and eligible to take a 'specialty' within 1 year of graduation for completion of ARDMS credentials. However, we strongly encourage the completion of the ARDMS credentials within the first 6 to 9 months of employment. BLS

Nursing Opportunities

Emergency Department

The Emergency Department Charge nurse is responsible for the smooth functioning of the department and its needs by using independent judgement to assign staff and direct the team to achieve high quality patient care outcomes.

Status: Full time, 36 hours 6am-6pm, includes every other weekend and rotating holidays.

Qualities: This vibrant and forward-thinking RN will possess strong leadership, critical thinking, flexibility and communication skills. The ability to work independently but also collaborate with multidisciplinary teams while providing patient-centered care is a must.

Requirements: Current Maine RN license required. BLS required at time of hire. ACLS and PALS also required but may be provided during orientation.

Emergency Department

The Emergency Department Charge nurse is responsible for the smooth functioning of the department and its needs by using independent judgement to assign staff and direct the team to achieve high quality patient care outcomes.

Status: Full time, 36 hours 6pm-6am, includes every other weekend and rotating holidays.

Qualities: This vibrant and forward-thinking RN will possess strong leadership, critical thinking, flexibility and communication skills. The ability to work independently but also collaborate with multidisciplinary teams while providing patient-centered care is a must.

Requirements: Current Maine RN license required. BLS required at time of hire. ACLS and PALS also required but may be provided during orientation.


SFM

SFM is seeking a full time RN to provide patient nursing visits, nursing triage and care management support.

Status: Full time, 40 hours, M-Th 7:15-4:30 & Fr 7:15-12:15

Qualities: Must demonstrate the ability to work as a team and provide excellent customer service. Must have flexibility and excellent communication skills.

Requirements: Must hold current Maine RN, BLS.

Birthing Center

This is a competent professional registered nurse position requiring practical and technical skills sufficient to deliver quality nursing care for newborns, childbearing women and women having OBGYN procedures. She/he must be able to assess and manage patients during all stages of pregnancy, labor and delivery, post-partum care, care of the neonate and post surgical care. The RN must also be able to assess and meet the patient's physical, emotional and educational needs and have the knowledge to refer to outside agencies whenever indicated.

Status: Full time, 36 hours, 7p-7a. Participation in weekend and rotating holiday coverage required.

Qualities: This vibrant and forward-thinking RN will possess strong critical thinking, flexibility and communication skills. The ability to work independently but also collaborate with multidisciplinary teams while providing patient-centered care is a must.

Requirements: Perinatal experience preferred, however will train an RN with strong clinical background. NRP, Fetal Monitoring, CLC, STABLE, and IV Therapy are also preferred. RN Maine License, ACLS and BLS required.

Special Care Unit

RFGH SCU Department is seeking two RN's for the night shift. The SCU RN is responsible for assessment of the critically ill patient whose status may change rapidly and for carrying out complex plans of care, which involve adherence to detailed policies, procedures, and standards for technical modalities.

Status: Full time, 36 hour 7p-7a, required share in the weekend/overnight/holiday call rotation

Qualities: Must have strong critical thinking skills, the ability to deal with complex clinical situations, and excellent team communication skills. The ability to work independently and also collaborate with multidisciplinary teams while providing patient-centered care is a must.

Requirements: Must hold current Maine RN current with BLS and ACLS, PALS, IV Certification and Moderate Sedation are required within six months of hire. One year of critical care experience is preferred.

Med/Surg

RFGH is seeking a skilled professional registered nurses with theoretical and practical knowledge and skills to deliver quality nursing care to patients in all age groups: pediatric to geriatric.

Status: Full time, 7p-7a

Qualities: This vibrant and forward-thinking RN will possess strong critical thinking, flexibility and communication skills. The ability to work independently but also collaborate with multidisciplinary teams while providing patient-centered care is a must

Requirements: Must hold current Maine RN, BLS.

Med/Surg

RFGH is seeking a skilled professional registered nurse with theoretical and practical knowledge and skills to deliver quality nursing care to patients in all age groups: pediatric to geriatric.

Status: Per Diem 7p-7a

Qualities: This vibrant and forward-thinking RN will possess strong critical thinking, flexibility and communication skills. The ability to work independently but also collaborate with multidisciplinary teams while providing patient-centered care is a must

Requirements: Must hold current Maine RN, BLS.

Stress Testing

The Stress Testing RN is responsible for the coordination and monitoring of various stress tests, utilizing clinical knowledge and professional judgment within the parameters of professional and departmental standards and protocols. The Stress Testing RN prepares, assesses, and provides care for the patient throughout the test.

The Stress Testing RN must possess the knowledge and skill level to administer treadmill and pharmacologic stress tests which include but are not limited to monitoring, recording, and interpreting ECG tracings, aid in determining appropriate testing protocol, and is responsible for the safety of the patient including but not limited to recognizing cardiac arrhythmia's and respond according to emergency protocols.

Status: Full Time, 35 hours 6:30 am – 2 pm, Monday – Friday.

Qualities: The Stress Testing RN must have strong communication and interpersonal skills, be proficient in cardiac rhythm interpretation, and be adaptable to an ever-changing environment. This RN shall have the ability to work independently while also collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

Requirements: Current Maine RN license, BLS, ACLS at time of hire.

Provider Opportunities

RFGH

RFGH is seeking a (2) full time PA's or NP's to join our team. Experience in Family Practice/Internal Medicine. This position would be for outpatient only setting. Competitive salary and full benefit package.

Status: Full Time

Qualities: Will engage and collaborate with appropriate discipline (s) for effective and safe patient care. Will use positive interpersonal skills and demonstrate collaborative working relationship with all team members (i.e physicians, co-workers, patients and families)

Requirements: Board Certified PA or NP with a minimum of 3 years’ experience.

Emergency Department

Emergency Medicine Physician, full time hospital employed with excellent benefits. Great team function, warm and friendly environment. Twelve hour shifts with a mix of days and nights. Critical access hospital 90 minutes north of Portland Maine in a thriving rural area. This is a community and an emergency medicine job for a career.

Requirements: BC/BE required. Visa candidates welcomed.


Redington Gastroenterology
RFGH is searching for a full time Gastroenterologist. Established, solo practice. No call. Employed position, includes competitive salary and full benefit package. Must be BC/BE within 5 years Residency training. Visa candidates welcome.
Somerset Primary Care

RFGH is seeking a full time Internal Medicine/or Family Medicine Physician to join our Adult Medicine Team. No pediatrics or OB. Interest in Addiction Medicine is a plus. This position is located at Somerset Primary Care at 62 Main Street in Skowhegan. This is an employed position in a 4 provider practice. Must be BC/BE within 5 years post Residency training. This is an outpatient only position, with phone call only coverage. Full hospitalist service. Competitive salary and full benefit package.


Redington OB/GYN
RFGH is seeking an OB/GYN Physician to join an established two provider practice. Employed position. Must be Board eligible/certified within five years post Residency training. Call is 1:2. Competitive salary, and full benefits package. Visa candidates welcome.

Interested physician candidates should submit a cover letter along with a current CV to Richard Willett, C.E.O., Redington-Fairview General Hospital, P. O. Box 468, Skowhegan, ME 04976.