Hospital | Registered Respiratory Therapist

Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Hospital Job in Hyannis, Massachusetts

Seeking a travel respiratory therapist for a 13-week hospital assignment in Hyannis, MA. Provide skilled respiratory care as part of a collaborative clinical team, supporting patients with ventilatory management, airway care, diagnostic testing, and emergency response. The role may include floating between nearby hospital locations in Hyannis and Falmouth.

Hyannis is a welcoming Cape Cod community known for its coastal scenery, beaches, and lively downtown. Enjoy a distinctive New England setting with plenty to explore on your days off.

Travel Respiratory Therapist Job Details

• Location: Hyannis, Massachusetts (Cape Cod); may float to nearby Falmouth locations
• Healthcare Setting: Hospital
• Assignment: 13 weeks; December 14, 2026–March 13, 2027
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,030–$2,190
• Hours: 36 hours per week; 36 guaranteed hours
• Shift: 12-hour overnight shifts, 7:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m.; rotating schedule, every other weekend and holiday
• Schedule Estimate: Typically three 12-hour shifts per week

Respiratory Therapist Job Requirements

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credential
• Current Massachusetts respiratory therapy license
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification
• At least one year of critical care experience preferred
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English

Respiratory Therapist Responsibilities

• Assess cardiopulmonary function and provide respiratory care to patients, including neonatal and pediatric patients as assigned.
• Initiate and manage ventilatory support, recommend appropriate ventilator settings, apply lung-protective strategies, and monitor, troubleshoot, and assist with ventilator weaning.
• Perform respiratory diagnostic procedures, including arterial blood gas draws and interpretation, sputum collection, bedside spirometry, and capnography.
• Administer oxygen, high-flow oxygen, Heliox, aerosolized and metered-dose medications, and other prescribed respiratory therapies.
• Assess and support non-invasive ventilation and airway-clearance therapies, including PEP and chest physiotherapy.
• Maintain artificial airways; provide tracheostomy and laryngectomy care; perform suctioning; and assist providers with tracheostomy tube changes.
• Respond to codes and rapid response events, assist with intubations and conscious sedation, and support bronchoscopies.
• Monitor respiratory status during patient transport within the hospital and to other facilities as needed.
• Participate in multidisciplinary rounds, collaborate respectfully with providers and clinical staff, and provide attentive bedside care.
• Document care accurately in the electronic medical record, reconcile charges, maintain equipment and supplies, and support staff orientation or training as needed.

Apply now for this travel respiratory therapist opportunity in Hyannis, Massachusetts, and bring your hospital respiratory care experience to Cape Cod.

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.