Registered Respiratory Therapist – Pediatric Neuro Diagnostics
Atlanta, GA
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
5x8 hrs

Job Opportunity: Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics (Travel/Contract)

Location: Atlanta, Georgia
Contract Length: 13 weeks (approximately 3 months)
Shift: Nights, Every Other Week (EOW)
Start Date: ASAP

Position Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
• Experience: Minimum 2 years recent RRT experience required
• Pediatric Experience: Must have pediatric (PEDS) experience
• Travel Experience: Recent travel experience preferred (not strictly required)
• Certifications:

  • BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA only
  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) - AHA only
  • Registered Respiratory Therapist with proof of certification
  • Georgia Respiratory Care Professional license required
• Education: Copy of diploma or associate degree program with RRT credentials required
• Technical Skills: Epic experience required

Documentation & Compliance Requirements

• Identification & Legal:

  • Government-issued photo ID (must be carried during hours of service)
  • Social Security Card
  • Proof of I9 and E-Verify or attestation
• Background Checks:

  • 7-year criminal background check within a year of start, updated annually
  • EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks within 30 days of start and updated for renewals
• Education Verification:

  • Copy of associates diploma/transcripts with major in RRT or verification of diploma
• Licenses:

  • Georgia Respiratory Care Professional license required
• Certifications Verification:

  • ARRT certification for Respiratory Care Professional
• Health Requirements:

  • Physical exam within 1 year of start (not required annually)
  • N95 Fit Mask test within 12 months of start (3M N95, specific sizes)
  • Tdap vaccine required (no declinations accepted; exemptions require approval)
  • Negative TB test (Qgold/Tspot within 3 months) or chest X-ray if positive TB history
  • Proof of immunity or vaccination for Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella, Varicella
  • Hepatitis B: Proof of positive titer or declination
  • Flu vaccine mandatory for current season (no exemptions accepted)
  • Drug testing: 10 panel + Nicotine (Cotinine) within 60 days of start
• Competency Exams:

  • Pediatric Pharmacology competency exam required
  • General competency exam required
• References & History:

  • Proof of 2 clinical references or hospital evaluations
  • Complete application/resume
  • Updated skills checklist for applicable unit (annual)
• Orientation & Safety:

  • Proof of OSHA, HIPAA & Joint Commission annual training or signed attestation

Additional Notes

• Minimal to no Return to Office (RTO) days; must be included on submission
• Confidentiality and Security Agreement must be signed prior to start
• Facility-specific documents and instructions will be sent directly to the traveler before start date

This position is ideal for experienced Respiratory Therapists with pediatric expertise looking for a travel contract in a pediatric healthcare setting with night shifts and every other week scheduling.