{"id":3717,"date":"2020-06-11T14:25:49","date_gmt":"2020-06-11T14:25:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.wanderly.us\/blog\/?p=3717"},"modified":"2026-03-04T20:05:58","modified_gmt":"2026-03-04T20:05:58","slug":"massachusetts-a-traveling-healthcare-providers-paradise","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wanderly.us\/blog\/massachusetts-a-traveling-healthcare-providers-paradise\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Massachusetts is a Paradise for Travel Healthcare Providers"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wanderly has been receiving a significant amount of requests for information about traveling to Massachusetts as a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wanderly.us\/blog\/allied-travel-wanderly\/\">healthcare provider<\/a>! 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\u2019t 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.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_62 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path 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class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wanderly.us\/blog\/massachusetts-a-traveling-healthcare-providers-paradise\/#Places_to_See\" title=\"Places to See\">Places to See<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wanderly.us\/blog\/massachusetts-a-traveling-healthcare-providers-paradise\/#Things_to_Do\" title=\"Things to Do\u00a0\">Things to Do\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wanderly.us\/blog\/massachusetts-a-traveling-healthcare-providers-paradise\/#How_to_Travel_to_Massachusetts\" title=\"How to Travel to Massachusetts\">How to Travel to Massachusetts<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wanderly.us\/blog\/massachusetts-a-traveling-healthcare-providers-paradise\/#Step_2_Choosing_a_travel_nurse_agency\" title=\"Step 2: Choosing a travel nurse agency\">Step 2: Choosing a travel nurse agency<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wanderly.us\/blog\/massachusetts-a-traveling-healthcare-providers-paradise\/#Step_3_Submit_a_profile_through_Wanderly\" title=\"Step 3: Submit a profile through Wanderly\">Step 3: Submit a profile through Wanderly<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wanderly.us\/blog\/massachusetts-a-traveling-healthcare-providers-paradise\/#Step_4_Get_Licensed\" title=\"Step 4: Get Licensed\">Step 4: Get Licensed<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wanderly.us\/blog\/massachusetts-a-traveling-healthcare-providers-paradise\/#Step_5_Contracts\" title=\"Step 5: Contracts\">Step 5: Contracts<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wanderly.us\/blog\/massachusetts-a-traveling-healthcare-providers-paradise\/#Step_6_Packing_and_Housing\" title=\"Step 6: Packing and Housing\">Step 6: Packing and Housing<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wanderly.us\/blog\/massachusetts-a-traveling-healthcare-providers-paradise\/#Getting_a_Job_with_Wanderly\" title=\"Getting a Job with Wanderly\">Getting a Job with Wanderly<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Best_Parts_of_Massachusetts\"><\/span><b>The Best Parts of Massachusetts<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">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.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Places_to_See\"><\/span><b>Places to See<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The capital of Massachusetts is <\/span><b>Boston<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, 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.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-3720 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wanderly.us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/boston_t20_koKXWR-1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wanderly.us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/boston_t20_koKXWR-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.wanderly.us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/boston_t20_koKXWR-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.wanderly.us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/boston_t20_koKXWR-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.wanderly.us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/boston_t20_koKXWR-1-1200x800.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.wanderly.us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/boston_t20_koKXWR-1.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.wanderly.us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/boston_t20_koKXWR-1-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><b>Fenway Park<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is an absolute staple of Boston culture. Home of the Red Sox, Fenway\u2019s 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.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Cape Cod <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">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 <\/span><b>Martha\u2019s Vineyard and Nantucket. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">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.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Things_to_Do\"><\/span><b>Things to Do\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Of course, we mentioned Fenway Park, so it is only fair that the first thing to do we recommend is to go see a <\/span><b>Sporting Event<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. 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!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is crazy that we haven\u2019t mentioned the <\/span><b>Food<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 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.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are looking for a low key activity, you won\u2019t have any trouble finding your fun in the local <\/span><b>Marketplace<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for shopping or checking out the <\/span><b>Museums, Churches, Historical Sites, and the Freedom Trail. <\/b><\/p>\n<h2><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-3721 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wanderly.us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/INTRO-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wanderly.us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/INTRO-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.wanderly.us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/INTRO-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.wanderly.us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/INTRO-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.wanderly.us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/INTRO-1200x676.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.wanderly.us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/INTRO-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.wanderly.us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/INTRO.jpg 1279w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/h2>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Travel_to_Massachusetts\"><\/span><b>How to Travel to Massachusetts<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here is how to become a traveling healthcare provider:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Step 1: Gain a minimum of 1 year of experience<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">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 \u201cready to go.\u201d\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_2_Choosing_a_travel_nurse_agency\"><\/span><b>Step 2: Choosing a<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wanderly.us\/blog\/best-travel-nursing-companies\/\"><b>travel nurse agency<\/b><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now that you\u2019ve got the qualifications and decided on Massachusetts, you can start researching travel nursing agencies in <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/wanderly.us\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wanderly<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Once you\u2019ve narrowed down your choices\u2013start 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.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_3_Submit_a_profile_through_Wanderly\"><\/span><b>Step 3: Submit a profile through Wanderly<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After you\u2019ve decided on an assignment with your recruiter, it\u2019s time to submit a profile. Different facilities require different documentation, so Wanderly saves this information for you to easily submit whenever you\u2019ve found your dream pay package.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_4_Get_Licensed\"><\/span><b>Step 4: Get<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wanderly.us\/blog\/taming-the-credentialing-monster\/\"><b>Licensed<\/b><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">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!<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_5_Contracts\"><\/span><b>Step 5: Contracts<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you\u2019re accepted via interview, it\u2019s 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.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_6_Packing_and_Housing\"><\/span><b>Step 6: Packing and<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wanderly.us\/blog\/travel-nurse-housing\/\"><b>Housing<\/b><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">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!<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Getting_a_Job_with_Wanderly\"><\/span><b>Getting a Job with Wanderly<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">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\u2019t 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 <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wanderly.us\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">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 <\/span><a href=\"mailto:info@wanderly.us\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">info@wanderly.us<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or utilize our anonymous chat on the platform. 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