Respiratory Therapist in Worcester, Massachusetts
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Worcester, MA
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,382/Per Week
- Profession
- Respiratory Therapist
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 27, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $66.17
- Weekly
- $2,382
- Yearly (full-time)
- $123,864
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $66.17/hour — 35% above the median for Respiratory Therapist jobs in Massachusetts ($49.12/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.
Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 36 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Respiratory Therapist jobs in Massachusetts right now
- 71 open Respiratory Therapist jobs in Massachusetts from 7 agencies, 6 of them in Worcester.
- Pay in these listings: $10.00 – $150/hour, median $66.17/hour.
- Typical Respiratory Therapist pay in Massachusetts: $49.12/hour ($102,170/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: AHS Staffing ($78.76/hour across 16 jobs).
Job description
Job Description
This 13-week Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics contract is designed for an experienced respiratory professional who is comfortable working in a busy, high-acuity critical care setting. The assignment includes overnight coverage, respiratory and neuro diagnostics responsibilities, and cross-campus work throughout Worcester and Marlborough. A night-owl mindset, recent Level I emergency care experience, and confidence in complex environments are essential. First-time travelers may be considered when all experience and certification requirements are met.
Candidates must hold an active Massachusetts license, have at least three years of recent critical care experience, and have Level I emergency care experience within the past six months. BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications are required. Weekend and holiday coverage is scheduled every other rotation. Scheduling is based on unit needs, and block scheduling is not available. Charting is completed in Epic.
Weather
Worcester typically offers crisp, refreshing conditions around this time of year, with cool temperatures, colorful seasonal scenery, and plenty of comfortable opportunities to explore the city and surrounding New England area.
Fun Things To Do
- Local exploration: Enjoy Worcester’s restaurants, cafés, and neighborhood shops.
- Outdoor escape: Walk local parks, trails, and scenic green spaces.
- Arts and culture: Discover local museums, galleries, and live performances.
- Day trip: Visit nearby historic New England towns for shopping, dining, and sightseeing.
- Day trip: Explore a nearby mountain or coastal destination for a change of scenery.
Job Specifics
City and State: Worcester, Massachusetts
Shift: 12-hour nights, 6:45 PM–7:15 AM
Duration: 13 weeks, 36 hours per week
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