Entry-Level Respiratory Therapy Assistant - Day Shift

MaineHealth Accountable Care Organization; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Flexible work options

Professional development opportunities

Well-being resources

Job summary

MaineHealth is seeking an entry-level Respiratory Therapy Assistant to support respiratory therapists in day-to-day care at Maine Medical Center in Portland, ME. This full-time, day-shift position offers comprehensive training and growth opportunities in a fast-paced healthcare setting.

You will learn to disinfect and prepare equipment, perform ECGs, and support a safe environment while developing essential clinical skills. No prior experience required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Current BLS Certification required or within 30 days of start date.

Responsibilities

• Clean, disinfect, and prepare respiratory therapy equipment.
• Set up and clean bronchoscopes and procedure tools.
• Handle and label patient samples.
• Stock supplies and ensure procedure rooms are ready.
• Help build and restock respiratory therapy carts.
• Transport equipment and assist respiratory therapists with basic tasks.
• Follow all infection control and safety protocols.

Skills

Willingness to learn

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Stamina to stand and lift

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

MaineHealth is seeking an entry-level Respiratory Therapy Assistant to support respiratory therapists in day-to-day care at Maine Medical Center in Portland, ME. This full-time, day-shift position offers comprehensive training and growth opportunities in a fast-paced healthcare setting.

You will learn to disinfect and prepare equipment, perform ECGs, and support a safe environment while developing essential clinical skills. No prior experience required.