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Prime Healthcare

Respiratory Care Trainee

Lewiston, ME

$22.26/hr

The Trainee Respiratory Therapist works under the direction of a registered or certified therapist. The competencies listed in sections I, II, and III will be learned as the trainee's knowledge and ...

Prime Healthcare

Respiratory Care Trainee

Lewiston, ME · On-site

$22.26/hr

The Trainee Respiratory Therapist works under the direction of a registered or certified therapist. The competencies listed in sections I, II, and III will be learned as the trainee's knowledge and ...

Mayo Clinic

Respiratory Therapy Assistant

Rochester, MN · On-site

$22.73 - $32.26/hr

Responsibilities The Respiratory Therapy Assistant provides support for respiratory care services for the treatment of patients with disordered respiratory physiology under the direction of a ...

MedStar Health

Respiratory Therapy Assistant

Washington, DC · On-site

$20.52 - $30.88/hr

PRN Respiratory Therapy Assistant Position. Ideal for current Respiratory Therapy Students who are pursuing a career as a Certified Respiratory Therapist. (Various shifts available - days, nights ...

Mayo Clinic

Respiratory Therapy Assistant

Rochester, MN · On-site

The Respiratory Therapy Assistant provides support for respiratory care services for the treatment of patients with disordered respiratory physiology under the direction of a registered respiratory ...

MedStar Health

Respiratory Therapy Assistant

Washington, DC · On-site

$20.52 - $30.88/hr

PRN Respiratory Therapy Assistant Position. Ideal for current Respiratory Therapy Students who are pursuing a career as a Certified Respiratory Therapist. (Various shifts available - days, nights ...

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How much do trainee respiratory therapy assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for trainee respiratory therapy assistant in the United States is $22.75, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $24.52 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Trainee Respiratory Therapy Assistant vs Respiratory Therapist?

AspectTrainee Respiratory Therapy AssistantRespiratory Therapist
CredentialsTypically requires a high school diploma or equivalent; on-the-job trainingRequires an associate degree in respiratory therapy and licensure
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, long-term care facilities, under supervisionHospitals, clinics, emergency settings, with independent responsibilities
Job ResponsibilitiesAssist respiratory therapists, prepare equipment, basic patient careAssess patients, develop treatment plans, operate ventilators, perform diagnostics

The main difference is that Trainee Respiratory Therapy Assistants are in training or assisting roles with limited responsibilities, while Respiratory Therapists are fully qualified professionals with advanced skills and licensure. Trainees support the workflow, whereas Respiratory Therapists independently manage patient care and treatment plans.

How to be a trainee respiratory therapy assistant?

To become a trainee respiratory therapy assistant, candidates typically need a high school diploma or equivalent and must complete a formal training program or certification in respiratory therapy assistance. Relevant skills include knowledge of medical terminology, patient care, and familiarity with respiratory equipment, often gained through on-the-job training or coursework. Some positions may require certification or licensing depending on the region's regulations.
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Infographic showing various Trainee Respiratory Therapy Assistant job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $47,324 per year, or $22.8 per hour.

Respiratory Care Trainee

Prime Healthcare

Lewiston, ME

$22.26/hr

Per diem

Posted 8 days ago

Prime Healthcare rating

6.5

Company rating: 6.5 out of 10

Based on 285 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

606th of 891 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Central Maine Healthcare (CMH), a member of Prime Healthcare Foundation, is an integrated healthcare delivery system serving approximately 400,000 residents across central, western, and midcoast Maine through a network of more than 40 primary and specialty care locations. The system includes Central Maine Medical Center  (CMMC) in Lewiston, a 250-bed, not-for-profit regional referral hospital that is home to the region's only Cancer Care Center, an orthopedic ambulatory surgery center, and the Central Maine Heart and Vascular Institute. CMMC also serves as the central Maine base for LifeFlight of Maine, the state's only medical helicopter service.

CMH also includes Bridgton Hospital and Rumford Hospital, two 25-bed critical access hospitals that provide essential care to Maine's rural communities.

As part of its commitment to healthcare education and workforce development, CMH is home to the Maine College of Health Professions, Maine's first nursing and medical imaging school. The private, not-for-profit institution is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education and plays an important role in training the next generation of healthcare professionals.

To learn more, visit www.cmhc.org.


Under the direction and authorization of the medical director and respiratory/cardiopulmonary director/supervisor, the Trainee Respiratory Therapist is responsible for performing respiratory therapeutic and pulmonary diagnostic procedures as ordered by the ordering provider.  Emphasis will be toward the assessment, planning, implementation and documentation of care, with consideration of age and population specific needs and requirements of the patient.  The Trainee Respiratory Therapist works under the direction of a registered or certified therapist. The competencies listed in sections I, II, and III will be learned as the trainee’s knowledge and skill level increases.


EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

1.     State of Maine Respiratory Care Trainee license upon hire and maintain current.

2.     Basic Life Support (BLS) certified from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) upon hire and maintain current.

3.     At the minimum, the student must be enrolled in a CoARC accredited respiratory program and complete first year of clinical rotations.

4.     A high school diploma or equivalent is required.


Central Maine Medical Center offers competitive compensation and a reasonable compensation estimate for this role is $22.26 per hour. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here: https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/


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