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Respiratory Therapist (RT)
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What they do
A Respiratory Therapist assists patients who have trouble breathing because of a chronic respiratory illness, trauma, or other conditions. Administers tests to diagnose breathing problems, performs treatments to help patients breathe easier, or sets up breathing equipment such as ventilators. Works closely with physicians and other healthcare workers, and may also assist in providing emergency care to patients suffering from heart attacks, drowning, or shock. Works in hospitals; may also provide care and counseling to patients in their homes.
$87,294 / year median in Massachusetts
+19% projected growth
Job Description
Jobs › Springfield, MA › Respiratory Therapist (RT) Amergis Respiratory Therapist (RT) Springfield, MA Apply Amergis Healthcare Staffing is partnered with a much-respected facility in Springfield, MA who is currently seeking a qualified Respiratory Therapist to assist them on a contractual basis.
Details of the position include:
Position :
Respiratory Therapist Location :
Springfield, MA Facility Type :
Acute-care hospital
Start :
ASAP Duration :
13 weeks to start - likelihood of extension
Hours :
36
Shifts :
3x12's 7:00 AM - 7:00
PM Requirements :
1+ year of experience RRT license
Pay Rate:
$2,638 weekly pay for travelers $66/hour local pay
Parking:
Free on-site Travis O'Brien l Amergis Healthcare Staffing Recruiter l
Direct Line:
781-400-7119 Trobrien@amergis.com Benefits At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits: Competitive pay & weekly paychecks Health, dental, vision, and life insurance 401(k) savings plan Awards and recognition programs
•Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status. About Amergis Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions. Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Job Category:
Allied Job Function:
Allied | Respiratory Therapist |
Respiratory Therapist Job Type:
Travel Setting:
Healthcare Facilities Position Type:
Healthcare Office Number:
0363
Contract Duration:
13
Pay Rate:
$2638 /
Week Date Posted:
2026-09-01T11:53:31 Active Filters Respiratory Therapist (RT) Springfield, MA Clear All Apply