NICU Respiratory Therapist
Boston, MA
GHR Healthcare - Allied Health & Therapy
5x8 hrs

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Level III NICU in Boston, MA

Join a specialized neonatal respiratory care team as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) providing critical respiratory care to newborns in a Level III NICU. This on-site 13-week respiratory therapist assignment in Boston offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a high-acuity clinical environment while working alongside experienced neonatal and multidisciplinary professionals.

Located in Boston’s vibrant 02115 area, this Massachusetts healthcare opportunity places you in a renowned medical and academic community with easy access to the city’s culture, dining, parks, and historic neighborhoods.

Respiratory Therapist Job Details

• Location: Boston, Massachusetts 02115
• Healthcare Setting: Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,030–$2,190
• Schedule: 3 shifts per week
• Shift Duration: 12-hour shifts
• Shift Pattern: Rotating shifts based on staffing needs
• Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
• Additional Scheduling: A 48-hour week, consisting of four 12-hour shifts, may be considered based on staffing needs
• Assignment Length: 13 weeks
• Start Date: October 5, 2026
• Work Arrangement: On-site
• Openings: 6

Registered Respiratory Therapist Job Requirements

• At least 1 year of experience as a Respiratory Therapist in an acute-care setting
• Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential is mandatory
• Active Massachusetts RCP or RRT license
• Level III NICU or neonatal respiratory care experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of neonatal respiratory assessment, respiratory therapy, and treatment practices
• Ability to work rotating 12-hour shifts and meet the assignment’s on-site scheduling requirements
• Current professional credentials and license verification required

Neonatal Respiratory Therapist Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory therapy and specialized respiratory care to newborns and critically ill neonates in a Level III NICU
• Assess neonatal respiratory status and develop appropriate care interventions in collaboration with the clinical team
• Manage and monitor neonatal respiratory support equipment, ventilation, and related therapies
• Assist with emergency respiratory interventions and procedures as needed
• Communicate patient status, treatment response, and care recommendations to nurses, providers, and other members of the multidisciplinary care team
• Document respiratory assessments, treatments, and patient responses accurately and in a timely manner
• Promote safe, compassionate, and evidence-based respiratory care for patients and their families

Apply now to join this specialized neonatal respiratory care team and advance your career as a Registered Respiratory Therapist in Boston, Massachusetts.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.