Respiratory Therapist – NICU & L&D
Indianapolis, IN
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
5x8 hrs

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

Location: Indianapolis, Indiana
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Shift: 3x12-hour or 4x12-hour shifts, every other week (EOW) required
• Employment Type: Travel/Contract
• Facility Assignment: Primarily Labor & Delivery (L&D), with possible floating to PICU and some Pediatric Acute Care
• Unit Experience Required: NICU or PICU experience required; home unit will be NICU, PICU, or Pediatrics but may change based on facility needs

Experience Requirements

• Specialty: Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics
• Minimum Specialty Experience: 2 years minimum NICU experience
• Additional Experience: Must have Children's Hospital experience within the last 3 years; open to travelers with experience at a Level 1 adult facility
• L&D Experience: Required, as primary assignment will be in L&D
• Prior Travel Experience: Not required (First Time Travelers Accepted)

Licensure & Certifications

• Required:

  • Indiana State License (must be in hand to submit)
  • ACLS (AHA only, RQI acceptable)
  • BLS (AHA only, RQI acceptable)
  • NBRC RRT
  • NRP (required for those placed in L&D; traveler can obtain once offered)
• Preferred:

  • PALS (AHA only, RQI acceptable)
• Education: Must be accredited by CoARC and regionally accredited by CHEA

Additional Requirements & Competencies

• Must have completed a Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam (not required for Techs or RRTs)
• Unit competency exam required
• Color Blind Testing (Ishihara exam or equivalent) with minimum 100% score
• HIPAA Acknowledgement required
• Must complete mandatory RRT modules if applicable (21 modules, deadline prior to orientation)

Background & Health Requirements

• Background checks including SSN trace, county criminal, statewide, national sex offender, FACIS Level III, EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG
• Education verification and transcript/diploma required
• Physical exam within 12 months of start date
• Fit mask test within 12 months (specific respirators approved)
• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 12 months
• Immunizations and titers required:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (preferred but not required)
  • TB test (PPD, QuantiFERON-TB Gold, or T-SPOT) within 1 year
  • Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Rubella: Positive titer or 2 vaccines required; declinations not accepted
  • Hepatitis B series, titer, or signed declination required
  • Varicella: Positive titer or 2 vaccines required; declinations not accepted
  • Seasonal Flu vaccination/documentation required (no declinations accepted)

References & History

• Minimum of 2 references from recent employment verified within 2 years
• Employment application current with explanations for any gaps of 30+ days
• Skills checklist required within 12 months and must be completed annually

Important Notes

• Indiana RN license and certifications must be in hand to submit application
• IU Health will not allow Indiana RNs to work at their facilities effective 11/30/2024, except for Periop/OR RN’s, Allied, and Ambulatory RN travelers
• On-site fit testing available only as a last resort with limitations
• Facility-specific orientation and compliance documents must be completed as a priority prior to start

This position is ideal for respiratory therapists with NICU and L&D experience looking for a travel contract in Indiana with a reputable healthcare system. First-time travelers are welcome to apply.