Respiratory Therapy Earn and Learn Training Program

Northern Light Mercy Hospital

Department: Respiratory Therapy

Position is located: Mercy Fore River

Work Type: Full Time

Hours Per Week: 40.00

Work Schedule: Variable

The Northern Light Health Respiratory Therapy Earn & Learn program consists of the following benefits:

1. Employees accepted into the two-year accredited program will be awarded full tuition, books, fees and supplies paid for the Respiratory Therapy program offered through Kennebec Valley Community College (KVCC) or Southern Maine Community College (SMCC).

2. During the sponsorship timeframe, Northern Light Mercy Hospital will pay for the employee to attend class, labs and study, up to 16 hours per week.

3. During the sponsorship timeframe, the employee will work 24 hours per week. Employees accepted into the program will be considered full time and will be eligible to receive full time benefits.

4. At the completion of the program and licensure, the employee promises to fulfill a work commitment as a Full Time Respiratory Therapist with Northern Light Health Mercy Hospital for 3 years.

To be considered, candidates must start the admissions process through Kennebec Valley Community College (KVCC) or Southern Maine Community College (SMCC) or hold an acceptance letter for the KVCC Respiratory Therapy Program or the SMCC Respiratory Therapy Program.

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Summary:

The role of the Respiratory Technician is limited to the following functions to fulfill the non-patient care needs of respiratory medicine department including, equipment cleaning, disinfection, equipment reassembly and allocation, supply stocking and auditing tasks. The Respiratory Technician provides respiratory equipment needs according to department policies and procedures.

Responsibilities:

Other Information :

Competencies and Skills

• Behaves with Integrity and Builds Trust: Acts consistently in line with the core values, commitments and rules of conduct. Leads by example and tells the truth. Does what they say they will, when and how they say they will, or communicates an alternate plan.
• Cultivates Respect: Treats others fairly, embraces and values differences, and contributes to a culture of belonging, empowerment, and cooperation.
• Fosters Accountability: Creates and participates in a work environment where people hold themselves and others accountable for processes, results and behaviors. Takes appropriate ownership not only of successes but also mistakes and works to correct them in a timely manner. Demonstrates understanding that we all work as a team and the quality and timeliness of work impacts everyone involved.
• Practices Compassion: Exhibits genuine care for people and is available and ready to help; displays a deep awareness of and strong willingness to relieve the suffering of others.

Education

• Required High School Diploma/General Educational Development (GED)Technician must be currently enrolled in a COARC accredited associate degree program and student must have current BLS certification. The is a temporary position which will end upon the successful candidate graduation from the RT program.

Working Conditions

• Potential exposure to hazardous materials.
• Lifting, moving and loading 20 to 30 pounds.
• Prolonged periods of standing.
Prolonged periods of walking.

Northern Light Mercy Hospital is a nonprofit acute care hospital in Portland, Maine, and a sponsored ministry of the Sisters of Mercy of the Americas . Our work is grounded in compassion, dignity, and service, with a commitment to caring for every member of our community, especially those most in need. At Mercy, people come to work knowing their role matters. Whether at the bedside, in support services, administration, or clinical care, every team member contributes to a culture built on respect, collaboration, and purpose.

We provide a broad range of medical and surgical services, along with multiple primary and specialty care offerings and community-based programs that extend our impact beyond the hospital walls. As a member of Northern Light Health, an integrated statewide health delivery system, employees benefit from the stability, resource, and career pathways of a larger organization while working in a hospital that feels personal and connected. Team members have opportunities to grow professionally, explore new roles, and build long-term careers in an environment focused on quality, innovation, and the well-being of our workforce.

Mercy Hospital is located in Portland, Maine’s largest and most vibrant city, offering an exceptional quality of life that attracts people from across the country. Portland is nationally recognized for its food scene, arts and culture, vibrant neighborhoods, and strong sense of community. Within minutes of the city, you can reach beaches, islands, lakes, and mountain trails, with easy access to hiking, skiing, boating, and cycling. The region also offers excellent schools, family-friendly neighborhoods, and easy travel connections through Portland International Jetport and nearby rail service to Boston. Southern Maine blends career opportunity with a lifestyle centered on balance, outdoor recreation, and coastal living, making it an ideal place to live and build a career.

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