Per diemPosted 30+ days ago
Respiratory Therapist - Per Diem
Mass General Brigham · Northampton, MA
$33.71–$46.87/ hour
Respiratory Therapist jobs in Northampton, MA
The median respiratory therapist pay in Massachusetts is $46.61 per hour ($96,940 a year), with the typical range running from $39.42 to $50.32. 3 open roles with published pay are listed for Northampton. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Northampton. The free report below lists employers near Northampton and what they pay.
- $46.61median pay per hour, Massachusetts
- $39–$50typical range per hour
- 3open roles with published pay
Open Respiratory Therapist roles in Northampton
PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Respiratory Therapist - 24hrs/Night Shift
Mass General Brigham · Northampton, MA
$33.71–$46.87/ hour
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PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Respiratory Therapist - 24hrs/Day Shift
Mass General Brigham · Northampton, MA
$33.71–$46.87/ hour
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Get my free pay reportRespiratory Therapist pay in Northampton, MA
Nationally the median is $38.68 per hour. BLS counts about 2,140 respiratory therapists employed in Massachusetts.
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $35.68 | $74,210 | 8% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $39.42 | $81,990 | 2% above U.S. median |
| Median | $46.61 | $96,940 | 21% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $50.32 | $104,670 | 30% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $57.19 | $118,960 | 48% above U.S. median |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Respiratory Therapists (SOC 29-1126), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Northampton
- Overall prices in Amherst Town-Northampton run in line with the U.S. average (index 100.2, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 2% below the U.S. average (index 97.5).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
Estimate your Northampton paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,678
- Per year: $83,898
- Per month: $6,992
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for Massachusetts. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Northampton
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $157 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,659 |
| 13-week assignment | $21,567 |
Travel respiratory therapist assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free. Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.
Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).
Hospitals in Northampton
CMS lists 1 hospital in Northampton, 0 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of respiratory therapists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cooley Dickinson Hospital Inc,The Northampton, MA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Respiratory Therapist pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicopee, MA | 12 mi | $39.42/hr | 55,381 |
| Springfield, MA | 16 mi | $39.42/hr | 154,888 |
| Hartford, CT | 39 mi | $38.97/hr | 122,129 |
| Worcester, MA | 44 mi | $41.31/hr | 211,286 |
| New Britain, CT | 45 mi | $40.02/hr | 75,871 |
| Bristol, CT | 47 mi | $40.02/hr | 62,195 |
Respiratory Therapist jobs in Massachusetts · Respiratory Therapist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Massachusetts
RRT or CRT credential from NBRC. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Massachusetts requires for your role with the Massachusetts licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Massachusetts taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Northampton
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Common questions
How much do respiratory therapists make in Northampton, MA?
Respiratory Therapists in Massachusetts have a median pay of $46.61 per hour, about $96,940 a year. The middle half earn between $39.42 and $50.32 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Who is hiring respiratory therapists in Northampton?
We list 3 open roles with published pay from 1 employer in Northampton. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Northampton.
Do I need a Massachusetts license to work in Northampton as a respiratory therapist?
RRT or CRT credential from NBRC. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Massachusetts requires for your role with the Massachusetts licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Northampton?
The federal per diem benchmark in Northampton is $157 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,659 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place respiratory therapists in Northampton?
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Your RT pay reportNorthampton, MA · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Boston Medical CenterBoston, MA · 14 postings$49.71/ hr$33–$60
- Mass General BrighamBoston, MA · 18 postings$46.03/ hr$32–$66
- UMass Memorial Health CareLeominster, MA · 13 postings$39.62/ hr$27–$57
- Baystate HealthSpringfield, MA · 4 postings$39.09/ hr$34–$46
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
Low$32Median$44.80High$57
50 RT postings with published pay in Massachusetts, 35 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 50 RT roles
- Respiratory TherapistPermanent$41.81–$47.79/ hour
- Respiratory Therapist PFT LabPermanent$41.81–$50.25/ hour
+ 48 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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