Registered Respiratory Therapist
Cambridge, MA
Cross Country Allied
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$4,300/weekOverview
- Start Date07/20/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
The Cambridge, Massachusetts-based Respiratory Therapist Registered (RT PEDS) position is a leadership role requiring candidates to bring their state licensure on the first day. The position involves overseeing pulmonary services at a facility that provides comprehensive respiratory care across multiple campuses, including pulmonary function testing, blood gas analysis, and sleep studies. This leadership role is posted for 13 weeks with the possibility of extension, and candidates must be available for Monday through Friday, 8-hour shifts from 8:00 am to 5:30 pm.
Job Details:
- Location: Cambridge, Massachusetts
- Specialty Name: Respiratory Therapist Registered (RT PEDS)
- Shift Hours: 8 hours per day
- Minimum Hours Per Week: 40 hours
- Start Date: 07/20/2026
- Required Qualifications: Certifications: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT); Education: Graduate of an Accredited School of Respiratory Care; Licensure: Current Massachusetts State Respiratory License; Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS); Shift time: Monday to Friday, 8-hour shifts from 8:00 am to 5:30 pm; Minimum experience: 0 years.
- Additional Information: The role requires the ability to travel between three sites as needed. The position involves managing the delivery of respiratory care services across various departments, including pulmonary function testing, blood gas analysis, sleep laboratory, and cardiopulmonary rehabilitation, ensuring high-quality patient care and operational excellence.
Benefits:
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
Employer
Cross Country Allied
5 nurses recommend working with Cross Country Allied
Pros
Responsive, honest, fair, speaks up for the traveler
Cons
None
Recommends working with Cross Country Allied
You bring the expertise. We bring the support you deserve. At Cross Country, we connect allied professionals with flexible opportunities designed around what matters most — your goals, your growth, and your wellbeing. Whether you specialize in imaging, respiratory, surgical, or lab work, we’re here to champion your success with nationwide roles, hands-on support, and a team that sees you as essential. Because this isn’t just work. It’s your purpose.
About Cambridge, MA
As a Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist in Cambridge, MA here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Cambridge is higher than the national average, with housing costs being the most significant factor.
- Wages may be higher to match the cost of living.
- Summer average highs: 80°F, average lows: 60°F.
- Winter average highs: 40°F, average lows: 20°F.
- Short term rentals can be found in Cambridge, but they may be more expensive due to the high demand from students and professionals.
- Cambridge is public transportation friendly with access to buses and subways.
- It is also bike-friendly, but parking can be challenging.
- Cambridge is diverse with a mix of students, professionals, and families.
- Common health issues may include stress-related conditions due to the academic and professional environment.
- There is a large population of travel nurses due to the presence of prestigious medical and educational institutions.
- Cambridge offers a vibrant food scene with diverse restaurants, a rich art and music culture, and plenty of outdoor activities along the Charles River.
- There are also numerous museums and historic sites to explore.
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