Respiratory Therapy Assistant

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

Location: Portland, ME
Facility: Maine Medical Center
Schedule: Full Time
Shift: Day
Job Category: Service/Maintenance Support
Req #: 90500
Date Posted: Sep 18, 2026

We’re looking for a Respiratory Therapy Ass ist a n t to support respiratory therapists in day-to-day respiratory care tasks. This entry-level role is perfect for someone interested in healthcare, no experience required , and full training is provided.

C lean and prepare respiratory equipment, stock supplies, and help maintain a safe, organized work environment. Train to perform ECG’s and BLS Certification.

Key Responsibilities:

• Clean, disinfect, and prepare respiratory therapy equipment for use
• 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 support respiratory therapists with basic tasks
• Follow all infection control and safety protocols

Ideal Candidates will have :

• Willingness to learn and work in a fast-paced healthcare environment
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions
• Able to stand for long periods and lift equipment
• Previous healthcare or hospital experience (not required )
• Familiarity with respiratory or sterile processing equipment , (not required )
• Good communication and organizational skills

Full Time (36 hrs /week) - 12 hour shifts

Day Shift (7a-7p)

Summary:
The Respiratory Therapy Assistant role is responsible for performing multiple duties that require an expertise in the assembly, transport, disinfection, calibration and troubleshooting of respiratory related equipment in addition to performing electrocardiograms.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

• Education: High School diploma or GED preferred.
• License/Certifications: Current BLS Certification required or must obtain within 30 days of start date.
• Experience: N/A
• Additional Skills/Requirements Required: N/A
• Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: N/A

Additional Information

MaineHealth is committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive environment where care team members can thrive while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve across Maine and New Hampshire. We offer competitive benefits including paid parental leave, flexible work options, student loan assistance, professional development opportunities, and well-being resources—so you can grow your career while feeling supported both personally and professionally.

We recognize the value each team member brings to our organization.Any offer of employmentwill depend onqualificationssuch asskills, relevant experience, education, certifications,and otherjob-relatedfactors. Thebase rangeis an estimate and does notreflect the full valueofourtotal compensationpackage.

The pay range for this position is $19.87to $23.75 per hour.

Compensation for part-time positions isdeterminedon a prorated basis consistent with the scheduled hours and applicable full-time equivalent (FTE).

In addition to base pay, MaineHealth offerscomprehensivebenefits, recognition programs, career growth opportunities, and,where applicable,shiftdifferentials or other incentives.

MaineHealth will never request financial information during the interview or pre-hiring process. All legitimate communications will come from an email address ending in @mainehealth.org. If you suspect fraudulent activity, please report it immediately to [emailprotected] .

Notice Regarding Maine Employer Surveillance Statute

Pursuant to Maine's Employer Surveillance Statute, prospective care team members are notified that MaineHealth may monitor, collect, record, review, or retain information related to the use of its systems, networks, applications, files, data, communications platforms (including notified recordings), smart badges, building access, company vehicle GPS data, business calls, and workplace security cameras.

Description

Maine Medical Center

Service/Maintenance Support
Req #: 90500

We’re looking for a Respiratory Therapy Ass ist a n t to support respiratory therapists in day-to-day respiratory care tasks. This entry-level role is perfect for someone interested in healthcare, no experience required , and full training is provided.

C lean and prepare respiratory equipment, stock supplies, and help maintain a safe, organized work environment. Train to perform ECG’s and BLS Certification.

Key Responsibilities:

• Clean, disinfect, and prepare respiratory therapy equipment for use
• 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 support respiratory therapists with basic tasks
• Follow all infection control and safety protocols

Ideal Candidates will have :

• Willingness to learn and work in a fast-paced healthcare environment
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions
• Able to stand for long periods and lift equipment
• Previous healthcare or hospital experience (not required )
• Familiarity with respiratory or sterile processing equipment , (not required )
• Good communication and organizational skills

Full Time (36 hrs /week) - 12 hour shifts

Day Shift (7a-7p)

Summary:
The Respiratory Therapy Assistant role is responsible for performing multiple duties that require an expertise in the assembly, transport, disinfection, calibration and troubleshooting of respiratory related equipment in addition to performing electrocardiograms.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

• Education: High School diploma or GED preferred.
• License/Certifications: Current BLS Certification required or must obtain within 30 days of start date.
• Experience: N/A
• Additional Skills/Requirements Required: N/A
• Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: N/A

Additional Information

MaineHealth is committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive environment where care team members can thrive while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve across Maine and New Hampshire. We offer competitive benefits including paid parental leave, flexible work options, student loan assistance, professional development opportunities, and well-being resources—so you can grow your career while feeling supported both personally and professionally.

We recognize the value each team member brings to our organization.Any offer of employmentwill depend onqualificationssuch asskills, relevant experience, education, certifications,and otherjob-relatedfactors. Thebase rangeis an estimate and does notreflect the full valueofourtotal compensationpackage.

The pay range for this position is $19.87to $23.75 per hour.

Compensation for part-time positions isdeterminedon a prorated basis consistent with the scheduled hours and applicable full-time equivalent (FTE).

In addition to base pay, MaineHealth offerscomprehensivebenefits, recognition programs, career growth opportunities, and,where applicable,shiftdifferentials or other incentives.

MaineHealth will never request financial information during the interview or pre-hiring process. All legitimate communications will come from an email address ending in @mainehealth.org. If you suspect fraudulent activity, please report it immediately to [emailprotected] .

Hiring Scam Alert

MaineHealth will never request financial information during the interview or pre-hiring process. All legitimate communications will come from an email address ending in @mainehealth.org. If you suspect fraudulent activity, please report it immediately to [emailprotected] .

Notice Regarding Maine Employer Surveillance Statute

Pursuant to Maine's Employer Surveillance Statute, prospective care team members are notified that MaineHealth may monitor, collect, record, review, or retain information related to the use of its systems, networks, applications, files, data, communications platforms (including notified recordings), smart badges, building access, company vehicle GPS data, business calls, and workplace security cameras.

Information collected may be used for legitimate business purposes, including security, safety, compliance, investigations, training, quality assurance, and operational management.

MaineHealth policy requires all care team members to be vaccinated, including for influenza, subject to eligibility for medical or religious exemptions which can only be granted in compliance with applicable law.

Notice Regarding Maine Employer Surveillance Statute: Pursuant to Maine's Employer Surveillance Statute, prospective care team members are notified that MaineHealth may monitor, collect, record, review, or retain information related to the use of its systems, networks, applications, files, data, communications platforms (including notified recordings), smart badges, building access, company vehicle GPS data, business calls, and workplace security cameras.

Information collected may be used for legitimate business purposes, including security, safety, compliance, investigations, training, quality assurance, and operational management.