Travel Respiratory Therapist Registered Respiratory Therapist Job
Respiratory Therapist (Registered Respiratory Therapist - RRT) needed for a travel assignment in a hospital setting in Great Barrington, MA, US. Start date: May 4, 2026. Duration: 13 weeks. Weekly pay: $2,359–$2,466 per week. Guaranteed hours: none. Shift: Varied; three 8-hour shifts (3:00 pm–11:30 pm) and one 12-hour shift (7:00 am–7:30 pm) every other week. This travel temporary assignment requires on-site hospital work and active licensure in good standing.
Key Highlights
- Weekly pay range: $2,359–$2,466 per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift pattern: Varied with three 8-hour shifts and one 12-hour shift on an alternating basis
- Start date: May 4, 2026
- Setting: Hospital travel assignment
- Cross-training opportunities in cardio-related care (EKG, stress tests, Holter monitors, event monitors, EEGs)
- Meditech Expanse experience strongly preferred
- Travel required with own vehicle; perm address must be included in profile
- All scheduling requests must be submitted at the time of application
Responsibilities
- Administer prescribed cardio-pulmonary therapies according to physician orders, including ventilatory support, aerosolized medications, chest physiotherapy, and suctioning
- Monitor patient response to treatments; document findings and adjust therapy per protocol and orders
- Assist with cardio monitoring activities and cross-training in EKGs, stress testing, Holter/Event monitoring, and EEGs as assigned
- Operate, troubleshoot, and maintain respiratory equipment; respond to alarms and escalate as needed
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to plan and implement patient care plans; perform shift handoffs and accurate charting
- Adhere to infection control, safety, and regulatory standards; ensure timely documentation and reporting
Requirements
- Massachusetts Registered Respiratory Therapist license in good standing
- Active NBRC RRT certification
- Active American Heart Association BLS certification
- Active Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification
- Minimum 5 years of current RRT experience
- Ability to work in a hospital setting and participate in a rotating schedule
- Cross-training capability in cardio-related areas (EKG, stress tests, Holter/Event monitors, EEGs)
- Meditech Expanse experience strongly preferred
- Must have own vehicle
- Perm address must be included in profile
- All scheduling requests must be submitted at the time of submission; RTO requests after offer/interview may be rescinded
- Non-Billable Orientation: 8 hours
- Please note: Schedules may be subject to variation; block scheduling is not guaranteed
Benefits and Support
- Dedicated travel assignment support from Healthforce Healthcare LLC
- 24/7 recruiter and assignment support
- Assignment-specific credentialing assistance
- Potential for extension based on performance and availability
- Housing accommodations or stipends may be available as part of the assignment
- Continuous access to payroll and benefits coordination
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Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.
About Healthforce
Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.
We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs, allied health travel assignments, and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.
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Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.
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Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.
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We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.
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Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.
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