Respiratory Therapist - Neuro Diagnostics
Greenville, SC
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
5x8 hrs

Job Opportunity: Respiratory Therapist (Travel/Contract)

Location: Greenville, South Carolina
Specialty: Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Shift: 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
• Employment Type: Travel/Contract
• Patient Population: Adults/Geriatrics
• Floating: Required to float to other units or campuses as needed, limited to qualified areas with documented competencies.
• Charting System: 1 year of EPIC experience required

Experience Requirements

• Years of Experience: Minimum 2 years in specialty
• Trauma Experience: Must have Trauma Level 1 experience
• Prior Travel Experience: Not required (accepts first-time travelers)

Licensure & Certifications

• License: Active Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) license for South Carolina required (no pending licenses accepted)
• Required Certifications:

  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
  • BLS (Basic Life Support)

Required Skills & Competencies

• Proficient in Adult Critical Care work settings
• Skilled in extubation, nasal airway placement, suctioning (oral and airway), pulmonary hygiene, sputum specimen collection, and tracheostomy care
• Experienced with administration of respiratory medications including albuterol, Atrovent, combivent, flovent, inhaled steroids, ispurel, lidocaine, perforomist, pulmicort, racemic epinephrine, spiriva, terbutaline sulfate, tobramycin, xopenex
• Competent in delivering medication via aerosol setup mask, aerosol setup trach, Medihaler, Metered Dose inhaler
• Experience with handheld, T-piece, and trach collar nebulizers
• Skilled in high flow nasal cannula and trach collar oxygen therapy
• Experience with BiPAP, CPAP, troubleshooting high pressure alarms, and weaning from mechanical ventilation

Scheduling & Policies

• RTO, Block & Special Scheduling Requests: Must be submitted with application; approval required at booking
• Call Off Policy: Facility allows 1 call off shift per 2 weeks

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• Background checks including 7-year history, alias searches, and state/county verifications
• Drug screening within 1 year, updated annually
• Physical exam within 1 year attesting ability to meet physical demands
• Immunizations and health documents including:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray (within 90 days)
  • Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Rubella, Varicella (positive titer or 2 vaccines)
  • Hepatitis B vaccination series, positive titer, or signed declination
  • Seasonal Flu vaccination or approved exemption (not required for 100% remote)
• Respirator Fit Test completed onsite during orientation
• Various certifications and competencies must be current and valid (see below)

Required Certifications & Competencies (Must be current and valid)

• ACLS
• BLS
• EPIC charting experience (1 year)
• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam (annual)
• Core Competency Training (Parts I, II, III) annually
• Pass/Fail Testing (EKG/Medication) for applicable roles
• Orientation Safety Manual Acknowledgement (HIPAA, OSHA, TJC training)
• Other certifications as applicable based on unit assignment (e.g., TNCC, ENPC, CPI, NIH Stroke Certification)

Additional Notes

• Must have a valid driver's license for computer access setup and while on duty
• Badge photo required prior to start
• Online orientation modules (~12 hours) must be completed within 72 hours of assignment
• Floating policy must be acknowledged and signed
• Facility prioritizes keeping staff in home unit but requires flexibility to float as needed

This position is suitable for respiratory therapists with at least 2 years of experience, including trauma level 1 experience, who are comfortable working night shifts and floating between units. First-time travel therapists are welcome to apply.