NICU Respiratory Therapist in Boston, Massachusetts
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Boston, MA
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,505/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 1, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $69.58
- Weekly
- $2,505
- Yearly (full-time)
- $130,260
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $69.58/hour — 38% above the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Massachusetts ($50.27/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.
Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Massachusetts right now
- 1,446 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Massachusetts from 6 agencies, 352 of them in Boston.
- Pay in these listings: $8.00 – $107/hour, median $63.53/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in Massachusetts: $50.27/hour ($104,562/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: Health Advocates Network ($80.90/hour across 177 jobs).
Job description
Join a specialized Pediatric Respiratory Therapy role in Boston, where you'll work closely with neonatal and pediatric patients needing ECMO support. This unique opportunity involves a 13-week contract with rotating 12-hour night shifts. You'll be part of a talented team managing ECMO pumps, providing critical respiratory care, and supporting neuro diagnostics in a hospital setting that emphasizes advanced pediatric care. Experience with pediatric ECMO, particularly in a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, will make your skills shine here. This role offers a chance to apply your expertise in a challenging, collaborative environment that values your technical proficiency and attention to detail.
Weather:
Boston typically enjoys a mix of seasonal weather around this time, with crisp mornings and mild days. Expect some variation, but generally, the air remains cool and refreshing, perfect for exploring the city’s vibrant neighborhoods and historic sites.
Fun Things To Do:
- Boston Freedom Trail Tour: Walk along this historic route and discover key sites from the American Revolution.
- Harvard Square Day Trip: Explore Cambridge’s iconic area with its eclectic shops, cafes, and street performers.
- Salem Day Trip: Visit the city famous for its witch trials and enjoy local museums and historic sites.
- Boston Harbor Cruise: Enjoy a scenic boat tour and see the city skyline from the water.
- Boston Public Garden & Swan Boats: Relax amid beautiful landscaping and take a classic ride on the swan boats.
Job Specifics:
Location: Boston, MA
Shift: Night, 12 hours (7:00 PM - 7:00 AM)
Duration: 13 weeks
Hours per week: 36
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