Location: Great Barrington, MA

Start Date: 03-23-2026

End Date: 06-22-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Varied/rotating shifts (flexible) — average 30 to 35.9 hours per week; schedule varies across days/evenings/weekends as needed. Block scheduling is not available; facility requires flexibility and advance submission of any scheduling requests. (Exact start/end times not specified in job posting.)

Hours per Week: 30

Candidate Pay Rate: $62 per hour

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Administer advanced cardio-pulmonary treatments to patients according to physicians' verbal or written orders, ensuring safety and high-quality care
• Perform and support diagnostic cardiac procedures such as EKGs, stress tests, Holter monitors, event monitors, and EEGs as needed
• Cross-train across the cardio side of the department to provide flexible coverage and broaden your clinical skill set
• Maintain accurate documentation in the electronic health record and complete required profile and credential paperwork promptly
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and allied health staff to develop and implement individualized respiratory and cardiac care plans
• Provide patient and family education on therapies and procedures in a compassionate, clear manner
• Follow facility policies and maintain required certifications and state licensure in good standing

Qualifications

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) — required
• Massachusetts Registered Respiratory Therapist License in-hand at time of upload — required
• Active RRT Certification through the NBRC — required
• Active American Heart Association BLS — required
• Active Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification — required
• Minimum 5 years current RRT experience — required
• Meditech Expanse experience — strongly preferred
• Supervisory-signed reference from within the past two years — required
• Traveler must have their own vehicle for this assignment
• Must reside outside 50 miles of the facility to be eligible (facility restriction)

Education

• No specific degree listed in the posting — required credentials and certifications (RRT, NBRC, state license, BLS, NRP) are the primary requirements

Knowledge & Skills

• Cardio-pulmonary care fundamentals and advanced respiratory treatments
• EKG acquisition and interpretation basics
• Performance/support of stress tests, Holter monitors, and event monitors
• EEG support experience
• Familiarity with Meditech Expanse (preferred)
• Strong patient assessment, clinical judgment, and documentation skills
• Ability to cross-train and adapt to varied department needs

Benefits

• A supportive team that values YOU — join a community-focused hospital with a century-plus legacy
• Licensure assistance & clear document requirements to help you get started smoothly
• Professional growth opportunities — cross-train on cardio services (EKG, stress testing, Holter/Event monitors, EEG)
• Work-life friendly expectations — predictable weekly hour range (about 30–36 hrs) with no block scheduling
• Travel assignment perks — explore local culture and enjoy a change of scenery while working
• Paid onboarding orientation so you hit the ground running
• A collaborative environment where your specialist skills as an RRT are recognized
• Support for credential verification — clear checklist of required documents to streamline credentialing

Travel Perks: Explore Great Barrington, MA

Great Barrington and the Berkshires are a perfect blend of small-town charm and outdoor adventure. When you’re off shift, explore scenic hiking trails and waterfalls like Bash Bish Falls, catch a performance at Tanglewood or Jacob's Pillow, visit the Norman Rockwell Museum in nearby Stockbridge, enjoy local farm-to-table restaurants and farmers markets, or hit the slopes at Jiminy Peak in winter. Pittsfield and Lenox are a short drive away for museums, dining, and seasonal festivals — ideal weekend escapes between shifts.

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