MaineHealth is the largest healthcare organization in Maine and a leading healthcare provider serving northern New Hampshire. MaineHealth delivers healthcare services to more than one million patients across its network.
Student Opportunities
Maine Medical Center Junior Volunteer Program
Maine Medical Center’s Junior Volunteer program now provides high school students with year-round opportunities to gain healthcare experience. The program includes volunteering in various hospital roles, with flexible scheduling, including evenings and weekends.
About MaineHealth
With over 22,000 dedicated Care Team Members, MaineHealth is the largest employer in the State of Maine. MaineHealth's hospital network includes 12 community hospitals strategically located in a dozen counties within Maine and New Hampshire.
In addition to its hospital network, MaineHealth maintains multiple physician practices in the communities it serves, comprehensive long-term care and senior care services provided through local health systems, a behavioral and mental health care network, a not-for-profit home health care agency, a laboratory that serves patients, physicians, hospitals, and long-term care providers in New England.
Recognized among the Nation's Top 100 Integrated Health Networks, MaineHealth is dedicated to delivering exceptional healthcare services to the regions it serves.
MaineHealth Values
Wherever and whenever you interact with MaineHealth, you can expect its team members to embody the following values that are aligned with its vision of working together so its communities are the healthiest in America.
Patient Centered
MaineHealth focuses on each individual’s unique needs.
Respect
MaineHealth embraces diversity and recognizes the value of each person.
Integrity
MaineHealth maintains a culture of trust and accountability.
Excellence
MaineHealth always strives to exceed expectations.
Ownership
MaineHealth follows through on commitments and approaches challenges with optimism.
Innovation
MaineHealth embraces change and is committed to lifelong learning.
MaineHealth Careers
Who MaineHealth Employs
Clinical Roles
Physicians/Providers
Nurses
CNAs
Medical Assistants
Psychiatrists
Therapists (Occupational, Physical, and Respiratory)
Social Workers
Emergency Services
Non-Clinical Roles
Finance
Human Resources
Information Technology/IS
Patient Services
Translators
Employment Specialists
Administrative and Operations Staff
Facilities
Environmental Services/Housekeeping
Food & Nutrition
Education
Marketing
Research and Lab Staff
Radiologists/Imaging
Entry-Level Roles
Anesthesia Technician
Sterile Supply Technician
Operating Room Assistant
Pharmacy Technician
Nursing Unit Secretary
Clerical/Administrative Support
Customer Service/Patient Service Representative
Food Services
Environmental Services/Housekeeping
MaineHealth Training Opportunities
NorDx Phlebotomy School
6-week program
Earn $17/hour during training
Increases to $19/hour after becoming a certified Phlebotomist or Medical Lab Assistant
Medical Assistant Training or Apprenticeship
9-month program
Earn $17/hour during training
Increases to $20/hour after becoming a certified Medical Assistant
(Varies by location; above is reflective of Southern Maine region)
Certified Nursing Assistant Training
8-week program
Earn $16/hour during training
Increases to $19/hour after becoming certified CNA
(Varies by location; above is reflective of Maine Medical Center)
School of Surgical Technology
1-year program
6 months in the classroom, 6 months in a clinical setting
Youth Programs at MaineHealth
Inside Medicine Program
Virtual program for high school students around the state of Maine
Takes place in Winter/Spring, Summer and Fall
Hosted by MaineHealth staff and Tufts University Medical Students
Explore mystery medical cases and learn about the field of healthcare
Career Exploration Events
Virtual or in-person opportunities to learn more about clinical and non-clinical careers at MaineHealth
Featuring guest speakers and demonstrations that provide an overview of clinical and non-clinical opportunities
Youth Talent Network
Launching in fall 2023
Digital resources and information for young talent who are interested in learning more about careers in healthcare and MaineHealth
Clinical Healthcare Career Awareness Pre-Apprenticeship
MaineHealth’s Clinical Healthcare Career Awareness Pre-Apprenticeship is designed for anyone who wishes to further explore a career in clinical healthcare and seeks a guided pathway to potential employment with MaineHealth.
This program is delivered in conjunction with Southern Maine Community College (SMCC) and is funded through a grant from the Maine Department of Labor Maine Apprenticeship Program.
After successful completion of the program, pre-apprentices who meet all the hiring requirements will be offered an interview for a clinical training program at MaineHealth.
Pre-Apprenticeship Highlights:
Unpaid, free training program
Open to MaineHealth employees and non-employees
Self-paced, online and virtual course modules
Participants can explore the clinical training programs and healthcare careers below
Phlebotomist
Medical Assistant
Certified Nursing Assistant
Covers concepts like medical terminology, patient care, workplace communication, public health, study skills, and more
Pre-apprentices will engage in career interest assessment work and receive information on clinical and non-clinical pathways in line with their career goals and interests
Why Work for MaineHealth?
“Not a day goes by here at SHH that I don’t smile. Every day, I see patients come out and face their struggles. Seeing the kids that I work with interacting with their parents, working together to get the ball rolling with making changes and improvements, and moving in the right direction is one of the best parts of this job.”
— Randall – Psych Tech II
“Every once in a while, I take a step back and think about what we do here in the Cath Lab, and I’m always amazed and humbled. Working in a high-pressure environment requires a lot from a person, but the rewards make it worth it. We learn multiple roles, work with cutting-edge technology, and sometimes do cutting-edge procedures.”
— Chris, RT(R), RCIS – Cardiac Catheterization Tech II
“I visited several places in Maine to figure out where I wanted to live and fell in love with Damariscotta. My husband and I bought a house in the area, and I applied for a few different jobs. As soon as I spoke with the Med/Surg and ICU nurse manager at LincolnHealth I felt extremely comfortable and welcome and knew the hospital would be a great fit for me.”
— Monique, RN – Registered Nurse
Employee Benefits
MaineHealth’s employee benefits include traditional benefits, compensation, career growth and development, work/life balance, and performance and recognition.
Health, vision, and dental insurance through Aetna
Health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts
Health savings account
Retirement savings plan
Paid parental leave
Employee Assistance Program
Health and wellness programs and benefits through Virgin Pulse platform
Talkspace mental health support
Tuition.io – tuition assistance
Employee discount program through PerkSpot
Leave of absence/disability
And more!
Quality of Life
There is so much to see and do in Maine!
Mountain region: In the west, you can explore the beautiful lakes and mountains.
Coastal region: Take in the charm and history of the coastal communities and lighthouses of the MidCoast.
Southern region: Enjoy the fine dining, arts, and culture of the greater Portland metropolitan area.
Regardless of where you live in Maine, you’ll be welcomed into a community as a friend and neighbor.
Throughout the state, you’ll find excellent school systems, safe communities, and an abundance of recreation and adventure from the mountains to the shores.
MaineHealth & JMG Partnership
MaineHealth and JMG have partnered to increase awareness of healthcare careers among Maine students, introduce students to training programs, and promote career opportunities offered at MaineHealth. JMG’s Healthcare Workforce Liaison, Rachael Magill, leads this partnership.
Healthcare Workforce Liaison’s Role
Collaborates to design innovative healthcare career events
Visits classrooms for presentations about healthcare careers
Initiates interest in specific job shadow experiences and/or small group tours with MaineHealth
Participates in existing on-site career awareness events at your location
Facilitates a team meeting for individual students interested in speaking with a MaineHealth recruiter
MaineHealth Career Exploration Webinars
The MaineHealth partnership with JMG includes monthly webinars to introduce the training and career opportunities offered by MaineHealth. Watch our previous webinars.
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Education Technician Apprenticeship
The Education Technician Apprenticeship Program at the Glickman Lauder Center of Excellence in Autism and Developmental Disorders at MaineHealth is an innovative 18-month earn-while-you-learn program developed in partnership with Southern Maine Community College and supported by the Maine Department of Labor and the Maine Apprenticeship Program.
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Maine Medical Center - Electroencephalogram (EEG) Technician
Explore careers in the field of Neurodiagnostics. In this webinar, Maine Medical Center EEG Clinical Supervisor Summer Wirth discusses Neurodiagnostics with specific emphasis on the role of an Electroencephalogram (EEG) Technician.
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Franklin Health Behavioral Services - Psychiatry
In this webinar featuring Dr. Kristen Mazoki from Franklin Health Behavioral Services, we explore a career as a Psychiatrist, particularly in rural communities. Dr. Mazoki shares insights into applying to medical school and highlights various support roles within behavioral health.
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Maine Sleep Institute - Sleep Technician
Learn more about a career as a Sleep Technician at MaineHealth's Maine Sleep Institute. We introduce you to the tasks and services a Sleep Technician performs, the training and experience requirements, as well as compensation ranges for the position.
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Clinical Healthcare Career Awareness Pre-Apprenticeship
The MaineHealth Clinical Healthcare Career Awareness Pre-Apprenticeship allows participants to explore the clinical training programs and healthcare careers of phlebotomists, Medical Assistants, and Certified Nursing Assistants.
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MaineHealth Nursing Careers
Learn about the nursing career opportunities offered by MaineHealth. During this 30-minute webinar, discover the pathways to becoming a nurse, the levels of nursing, the education required, and the different settings nurses work.
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MaineHealth NorDx Phlebotomy School
Learn about the MaineHealth NorDx Phlebotomy School, which is a six-week paid training program with on-site training at NorDx locations.
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MaineHealth Behavioral Health Careers
Interested in a career in behavioral health? MaineHealth experts talk about career paths in behavioral health, including psychiatry, social work, and counseling, as well as their career experiences.
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MaineHealth Certified Nursing Assistant Apprenticeship
Certified Nursing Assistants are a critical part of the healthcare system. Learn more about MaineHealth's CNA training programs, which are offered at several MaineHealth locations across the state.
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MaineHealth Non-Clinical Careers
During this webinar, you will learn about non-clinical careers at MaineHealth, including information technology and cybersecurity, human resources, finance, and marketing.