Respiratory Therapist (RT)

Respiratory Therapist (CRT/RRT)

Amergis Staffing is seeking experienced Respiratory Therapists (CRT/RRT) for a 13-week assignment at Lemuel Shattuck Hospital in Jamaica Plain, MA. This is a night-shift, 3x12 schedule (7:00 PM to 7:30 AM) with an ASAP start date upon clearance. Clinicians will support respiratory care services throughout multiple patient care areas, including correctional, ventilator, and medical-surgical units.

Position Overview

The Respiratory Therapist will provide respiratory care services across various hospital units within a public health and teaching hospital setting. This assignment requires flexibility, strong critical thinking skills, and the ability to work independently while managing patients with diverse respiratory needs. Therapists will float between units as needed and collaborate closely with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.

Assignment Details

Modality: Respiratory Therapist (CRT/RRT) Setting: Public Health & Teaching Hospital Location: Jamaica Plain, MA Openings: 2 Schedule: Night Shift, 3x12s (7:00 PM to 7:30 AM) Hours: 36 Hours Guaranteed Per Week Contract Length: 13 Weeks Start Date: ASAP Upon Clearance Interview: Required Charting System: Meditech

Additional Role Insights

• Coverage across correctional, ventilator, and medical-surgical units
• Monday, Wednesday, and Friday staffed with four Respiratory Therapists
• Three Respiratory Therapists scheduled on remaining days
• No block scheduling available
• Rotating schedule required with varied days each week
• Every other weekend and holiday required
• Public health and teaching hospital environment
• Free on-site parking

Requirements

Required Certifications & Licensure

• CRT or RRT credential
• Current Massachusetts Respiratory Therapist License
• BLS certification by start date

Preferred Experience

• Sleep Studies experience
• Pulmonary Function Testing (PFT) experience
• Correctional healthcare experience

Scheduling Requirements

• Must be flexible to work rotating days each week
• No set weekly schedule
• Every other weekend required
• Every other holiday required
• 48-hour schedules not available

Compliance Requirements

• COVID-19 vaccine declination accepted
• No drug screen required
• Physical completed within one year
• Hepatitis B declination accepted
• Tdap required
• Flu vaccine preferred during flu season, but not required
• TB screening (T-Spot or QuantiFERON Gold) within three months of start date

Submission Requirements

Submission packet must include:

1. Amergis Cover Page with:
   • Requested Time Off (RTO)
   • Interview Availability
   • Brief Summary of Relevant Experience
2. Resume
3. Massachusetts Respiratory Therapist License Verification

License Verification:

Interview Process

• Direct placement
• Same-day phone interview with hiring manager

Why Clinicians Choose Amergis

Amergis provides access to nationwide opportunities, competitive compensation, and dedicated recruiter support from submission through your final shift. Our team ensures a smooth onboarding process and consistent communication throughout your assignment.

How to Apply

Qualified Respiratory Therapists (CRT/RRT) are encouraged to apply promptly. Interviews are being scheduled on a rolling basis.

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The Respiratory Therapist provides respiratory and pulmonary therapy, management, and rehabilitation under the direction of a doctor. The Respiratory Therapist treats conditions that affect the pulmonary system and help patients who are having trouble breathing from infants to the elderly in a variety of health care settings.

Minimum Requirements:

• Current Respiratory Therapist Certification or Registration for the state in which he/she practices
• One year of respiratory therapy clinical experience preferred
• Current CPR if applicable
• TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
• Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)
• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
• Must be at least 18 years of age Compliance & Ethics Expectations

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

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.

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