Pediatric Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Neuro Diagnostics
Boston, MA
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
5x8 hrs

Job Opportunity: Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics - Travel/Contract

Location: Boston, Massachusetts
Contract Length: 13 weeks (approximately 3 months)
Schedule:

• 36 hours per week, 3 shifts of 12 hours each (3x12s)
• No 4x12 shifts offered
• Every other weekend required
• 50/50 rotation between day and night shifts depending on department needs (some flexibility to limit rotation)
• Straight night shifts may be considered for strong candidates

Qualifications & Experience

• 2-3 years of experience required
• At least 1 year experience in PICU or Pediatric CVICU assistance
• No prior travel experience required
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential required
• Massachusetts state license pending acceptable
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required

Certifications & Competencies Required

• BLS (Basic Life Support): AHA or American Red Cross only, required for all clinical/allied positions
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support): Required for Cardiovascular Pediatric Intensive Care units and extended assignments beyond 13 weeks
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support): Required for specific pediatric and critical care units
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program): Preferred for NICU, must have PALS or NRP
• Chemotherapy Certification: Required for Oncology roles
• Electronic Fetal Monitoring (EFM): Required for Labor & Delivery (AWHONN preferred)
• Professional Certification Verification: Must be verified within 30 days prior to start (e.g., NBRC for Respiratory Therapists)
• State License Verification: Must be verified through MA.gov within 30 days prior to start
• NURSYS Verification: For RN, LPN/LVN, AP within 30 days prior to start
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute): Required for all Psych and Behavioral Health positions

Background Checks & Compliance

• 10-year criminal background check within 6 months prior to start, including aliases and multiple federal/state databases
• Massachusetts Statewide iCORI clearance required within 6 months of start
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required
• Background checks must be initiated within 24 hours of assignment booking and updated annually for direct candidates
• International background checks required if candidate has lived/worked outside the U.S. in the last 10 years
• Additional background check consent forms required for Behavioral Health and Psych positions

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start, cleared to work with no restrictions
• Immunizations and proof required:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (Tdap after age 11 acceptable, no declinations)
  • Negative TB test or chest x-ray (annual requirement)
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR) - proof of 2 vaccinations or positive titer
  • Hepatitis B (series and/or declination accepted with documentation)
  • Varicella - proof of 2 vaccinations or positive titer
  • Seasonal Flu vaccine (required annually with exemptions accepted)
  • COVID-19 vaccine series proof required; boosters preferred but not mandatory; medical and religious exemptions accepted
• Drug screening: 9-panel drug screen within last 12 months (not required for APN)
• Respiratory Safety Clearance required for all travelers; facility-specific fit testing done onsite

Additional Requirements

• Two professional references from two of the last three employers
• Employment application with 10-year work history; gaps over 30 days require explanation
• Unit-specific skills checklist within one year prior to start
• Completion of facility-specific onboarding and health requirement forms prior to start
• Compliance with facility-specific exemption forms for COVID and Flu vaccines if applicable

Notes

• Rotation between day and night shifts may occur but is limited when possible
• Local candidates within 50 miles may have a different rate (not disclosed here)
• Facility-specific documentation and onboarding packets must be completed timely to avoid delays

This position is ideal for respiratory therapists with pediatric critical care experience seeking a travel/contract role in a leading pediatric hospital setting.