Wanderly has been receiving a significant amount of requests for information about traveling to Massachusetts as a healthcare provider! We are so thrilled to share the exciting insight that we have into one of the best states on the East Coast. We strongly believe that a lack of information about an awesome travel destination should never be the reason one doesn’t consider taking an assignment there. Throughout this post, we will explore the incredible parts of the rich Massachusetts lifestyle for traveling healthcare providers to participate in as well as the steps you can take through the Wanderly platform and your agency to begin your travel there.
The Best Parts of Massachusetts
In order to fully understand the best parts of Massachusetts and what you would be able to do there as a traveling healthcare provider we want to provide you with the most recommended places to visit and activities.
Places to See
The capital of Massachusetts is Boston, and we recommend you travel to Boston or take a weekend trip during your assignment. Boston is a smaller, highly populated city that is deemed walkable in just one day. The city is filled with history and widely known for its brick building and older structures.
Fenway Park is an absolute staple of Boston culture. Home of the Red Sox, Fenway’s noticeably green stadium is a must-see for a sing-a-long of Sweet Caroline. If the stadium is closed during an off-season when you visit, you can still participate in tours or walk around by yourself.
Cape Cod is another widely popular destination, especially during the summer months. The Cape extends through a peninsula into the Atlantic Ocean and is easily accessed. There are also ferries that can take you from Cape Cod to neighboring island destinations Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket. Cape Cod is home to sweeping views of lighthouses, the bay, beaches, and lush landscape. Shop around, visit the JFK Museum, or stop in at a local seafood restaurant before heading back home.
Things to Do
Of course, we mentioned Fenway Park, so it is only fair that the first thing to do we recommend is to go see a Sporting Event. Massachusetts has many sports teams with various facilities across the state. Whether you fancy baseball, basketball, football, or another event, Massachusetts has what you are looking for. Go Sox! Go Celtics! Go Patriots!
It is crazy that we haven’t mentioned the Food in Massachusetts yet, but we know this is essential to your stay and one of the best parts of MA. Enjoy incredible italian food, cannolis, pastries, coffee, seafood, and much more all over the place.
If you are looking for a low key activity, you won’t have any trouble finding your fun in the local Marketplace for shopping or checking out the Museums, Churches, Historical Sites, and the Freedom Trail.
How to Travel to Massachusetts
Here is how to become a traveling healthcare provider:
Step 1: Gain a minimum of 1 year of experience
You need 1 year of recent experience in the specialty you wish to travel in. Hospitals need Travel nurse positions because of short staffing in some facilities which creates bonuses or higher pay incentives. Hence, hospitals expect travel nurses to be experienced and “ready to go.”
Step 2: Choosing a travel nurse agency
Now that you’ve got the qualifications and decided on Massachusetts, you can start researching travel nursing agencies in Wanderly. Once you’ve narrowed down your choices–start conversations with the recruiters. Choose the recruiter who is honest and will proactively listen and cater to your personal needs and preferences. This is an important step in ensuring yourself a satisfying travel assignment.
Step 3: Submit a profile through Wanderly
After you’ve decided on an assignment with your recruiter, it’s time to submit a profile. Different facilities require different documentation, so Wanderly saves this information for you to easily submit whenever you’ve found your dream pay package.
Step 4: Get Licensed
Massachusetts is not a compact state. Therefore, it will take 4-5 weeks to become licensed through endorsement. Your agency will assist you with this process, but start early!
Step 5: Contracts
Once you’re accepted via interview, it’s time to sign a contract. Read it carefully. Some important policies and clauses that should be expertly reviewed in your contract include Guaranteed Hours Policy, Pay Breakdown, Insurance, Contract Cancellation Penalties, and the Non-Competitive Clauses.
Step 6: Packing and Housing
You already know how to travel in Massachusetts. Now, all you need is a place to live! Pack your things and find temporary housing! There are two methods of housing for travel nurses: agency housing and travel stipends. Decide which one you want, choose your housing (with the help of your recruiter if you need assistance), pack, and start your beautiful journey!
Getting a Job with Wanderly
Wanderly has an extensive amount of jobs in Massachusetts. There are plenty of options for you to choose from, and plenty of recruiters available to assist you with the process of being hired. We don’t want anything to stop you from your dream job in Massachusetts, so be sure to check them out today. You can search through them using our platform here.
There is so much to do, so much to see, and plenty to explore as a traveling healthcare provider in Massachusetts. You can enjoy the four-season, rich culture, fantastic food, and vibrant communities of Massachusetts easily with the amount of assignments available within Wanderly and our partners. For more information, you can reach out to info@wanderly.us or utilize our anonymous chat on the platform. Happy searching, and enjoy your East Coast home away from home!