Pediatric RRT – Respiratory & Neuro Diagnostics
Charleston, SC
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
5x8 hrs

Job Opportunity: Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics (RRT / Pediatrics)

Location: Charleston, South Carolina
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Position Details

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with Pediatrics focus
• Shift: 3 shifts per week, 12-hour night shifts (7:00 PM - 7:30 AM)
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
• On-call: Not required
• Floating: May float within scope depending on experience; no floating to sister facilities

Experience & Certification Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of experience required
• Pediatric, Neonate, and Infant experience required
• First-time travelers accepted
• Certifications required:

  • RRT certification
  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
  • NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)
• Licenses accepted: NBRC and South Carolina Respiratory Care Provider (SC RCP) license
• South Carolina RRT license must be obtained before start date
• Epic charting experience preferred

Schedule & Work Conditions

• Holiday rotation included
• Facility allows calling off 1 shift per 2 weeks
• Radius rule: 60 miles; local hires considered case-by-case
• Block scheduling may be accommodated with prior approval (not guaranteed)

Facility Highlights

• Teaching hospital with Magnet status
• Level 1 Trauma center
• 865 staffed beds
• Uses Epic for charting
• Caribbean Blue scrub color
• Parking available at a nominal cost for nights and weekends

Important Seasonal Note

• During hurricane season (June - November, peak in August and September), all staff including travelers may be assigned to emergency response teams. Confirm availability before accepting assignments during this period.

Required Documentation & Compliance

• Proof of work eligibility (I-9 form)
• Valid Driver’s License/State ID
• Social Security Card or SSN verification
• Background checks including:

  • SSN Trace
  • County and statewide criminal checks (past 7 years)
  • Sex Offender Registry
  • National Criminal and FACIS 3
  • EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks within 30 days of start and updated for renewals
• Education verification or diploma/transcripts as placeholder
• References: 2 clinical references or hospital evaluations
• Employment application with complete work history including PTO and contract assignments
• Annual background check required

Certifications & Competencies

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) – AHA only; not required for pediatric units but may be required for some adult critical care areas
• BLS – AHA or ARC required for all clinical staff
• PALS – Required for all pediatric units except Pediatric OR; preferred for Pediatric OR
• NRP – Must be through AHA/AAP with full eCard and QR code
• TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course) – Required as applicable; not required for ER RNs
• EFM (Electronic Fetal Monitoring) – AWHONN or NCC; required for Labor & Delivery, preferred for Mother/Baby, not required for NICU
• Medication/Pharmacology competency exams as applicable
• Color Blind Testing required prior to start
• Competency exams required; pediatric OR competency preferred for Pediatric OR staff
• Tech Certification Verification (e.g., NBRC for RRT) required and must be current

Licensure

• South Carolina RRT license required before start
• Primary source verification of active, unencumbered license required
• NURSYS verification for RNs and LPNs/LVNs as applicable
• Walk-through (temporary) license option available for SC RN license applicants without background issues
• All licensure hits must be approved by facility

Health & Safety Requirements

• Physical exam attesting ability to meet job demands, updated annually
• Fit test for N95 mask (O&M Halyard FLUIDSHIELD or 3M Aura 1870+) within 90 days prior to start, renewed annually
• Tdap vaccine within 10 years or declination form required
• Negative TB test (T-spot or Q-Gold) within 90 days or proof of prior positive with chest x-ray
• Annual TB questionnaire required
• Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella: Positive titer or vaccination series required; low titers require boosters
• Hepatitis B: Titer, vaccine series, or declination required
• Drug screening: 10-panel urine drug screen within 90 days of start; no instant tests accepted
• Seasonal flu vaccine or medical/religious exemption required during flu season (Aug 1 - Apr 30)
• COVID-19 vaccine highly preferred; declination form required if not vaccinated
• Respiratory safety clearance and fit testing required; PAPR not provided by facility
• Sterile Processing Techs require additional physical assessment and lab panels

Facility Specific Requirements

• Completion of orientation modules (approx. 2 hours) prior to start; must be done on a computer, not a phone
• Upload COVID and flu vaccine documentation into facility system prior to start
• Passport-style badge photo required before start
• Radiation badge required for certain specialties (not applicable for RRT)
• All required documents must be submitted and approved prior to start

Additional Notes

• All requested time off (RTO) must be submitted with application and approved based on unit needs
• Facility may call off shifts as needed; guaranteed hours subject to facility discretion
• Travelers must comply with all facility policies and documentation requirements to maintain clearance

This position offers an opportunity to work in a high-acuity pediatric teaching hospital with a focus on respiratory therapy in a travel/contract capacity. Candidates must be prepared to meet strict licensure, certification, and health compliance standards.