Pediatric Respiratory Therapist
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)
Employment Type: Travel/Contract

Job Description

• Position requires a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with a Georgia Respiratory Care Professional license.
• Work setting: Busy pediatric hospital with night shifts, every other weekend (EOW), holidays, and floating responsibilities.
• Floating includes coverage at sister facility, Emergency Department (ED), and Intensive Care Unit (ICU).
• Must have Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) experience.
• Epic electronic health record experience is required.
• Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, PALS.
• Required skills: Intermediate/Advanced flow management, ventilators, triage, Level I trauma care.
• Knowledge of ventilator models V-60, Servo-i, Drager, Hamilton T-1, Vapotherm, Optiflow is required.
• Minimum 2 years recent RRT experience required.
• Pediatric experience is mandatory.
• Recent travel experience preferred but not required.

Required Certifications & Licenses

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential with proof of certification.
• Georgia Respiratory Care Professional license.
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - AHA only.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA only.
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) - AHA only.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 2 years recent experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT).
• Pediatric experience required.
• NICU/PICU experience required.
• Recent travel experience preferred but not mandatory.

Additional Requirements

• Must be willing to float to sister facility, ED, and ICU.
• Must be able to work nights, every other weekend, and holidays.
• Must have Epic experience.
• Must provide proof of diploma or associate degree program with RRT credentials.

Health & Compliance Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start (not required annually).
• Fit mask (N95) test within 12 months of start; specific mask models required.
• Tdap vaccine required (no declinations accepted without approved exemption).
• Negative TB test (Qgold or Tspot within 3 months of start; PPD not accepted).
• Required immunizations or positive titers for:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Varicella
  • Hepatitis B (positive titer or declination)
• Seasonal flu vaccination mandatory for the current season; no exemptions accepted.
• Drug testing: 10-panel plus nicotine/cotinine test within 60 days of start.

Background & Documentation

• Background check required within 30 days of start (7-year criminal check covering all locations lived/worked).
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 30 days of start and updated for contract renewals.
• Proof of identity (government-issued photo ID), Social Security card, and residency declaration (if applicable).
• Education verification or diploma/transcripts required (associates degree in respiratory care or equivalent).
• Skills checklist and references required and must be updated annually.
• Confidentiality and security agreement must be signed prior to start.

Summary

This is a pediatric respiratory therapist travel contract position in Atlanta, GA, requiring a minimum of 2 years recent RRT experience with pediatric, NICU, and PICU expertise. The role involves night shifts, floating to multiple units, and requires multiple certifications including ACLS, BLS, and PALS. Compliance with extensive health, background, and documentation requirements is mandatory. Prior travel experience is preferred but not required.