Description

American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist with NICU stabilization experience for a 13-week night shift contract at a regional medical center requiring candidates to live at least 50 miles from the facility.

Details

• 13-week travel contract at a regional medical center
• Night shift hours, 6:00 PM – 6:00 AM
• 12-hour shifts, 36 hours per week
• Varied shift days with every other weekend required
• Respiratory therapy services provided across all care sites within the facility
• Neonatal stabilization responsibilities, including ventilation support until transport (flight) team arrives

Requirements

• RRT credential required
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Respiratory Therapist in a U.S. hospital setting
• NICU or neonatal stabilization experience required
• Current certifications required: ACLS, BLS, PALS, and NRP (AHA-issued only)
• ABG license required if applicable
• Active, unrestricted state license required (no pending licensure accepted)
• U.S. Social Security Number required for consideration
• Date of birth required for consideration
• Two manager or supervisor references preferred, verifying experience within the most recent 12 months, with at least one from the most recent employer
• Candidates must reside at least 50 miles from the facility

Additional Information

• Administer respiratory care per physician prescription, including diagnostic evaluation, patient management, education, rehabilitation, and cardiopulmonary care
• Responsibilities include obtaining and analyzing physiological specimens, interpreting physiologic data, and performing cardiopulmonary tests and studies
• Applies and monitors medical gases, environmental control systems, mechanical ventilatory support, artificial airway care, bronchopulmonary hygiene, and pharmacological agents related to respiratory care
• Supports hemodynamic cardiovascular and cardiopulmonary rehabilitation services
• CPI certification may be mandated by position — confirm details during the hiring process
• First-time travelers are not explicitly excluded, but 2 years of U.S. hospital experience in the specialty is required