Respiratory Therapist - Adult Critical Care
Greenville, SC
PRIDE Health
4x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Respiratory Therapist (CRT) - Travel/Contract

Location: Greenville, South Carolina
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Night shift, 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM (3 or 4 shifts of 12 hours per week)
Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend

Job Summary

Seeking a Respiratory Therapist with at least 2 years of experience, specializing in adult critical care. The role requires proficiency in respiratory care procedures and medication administration for adult and geriatric patients in a trauma Level 1 setting.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Respiratory Therapist license in South Carolina
• Minimum 2 years of Respiratory Therapist experience, including experience within the last year
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certification
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification
• Proficient in nasal and oral airway placements
• Skilled in delivering medication through aerosol setup via tracheostomy
• Experienced with trach collar nebulizers
• Knowledgeable in high flow nasal cannula therapy
• Experienced in CPAP therapy
• Ability to troubleshoot high pressure alarms
• Skilled in weaning patients from mechanical ventilation
• Experience with Epic electronic health record system

Work Schedule & Policies

• Night shifts, typically 3 or 4 shifts per week, 12 hours each
• Weekend work every other weekend
• Facility allows call-off of 1 shift per 2 weeks
• Scheduling requests must be submitted and approved at booking

Patient Population

• Adults and Geriatrics

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• Background Checks:

  • 7-year background check within 12 months of start
  • Includes SS trace, aliases, state and county searches for all places lived/worked in last 7 years
  • Federal and international searches as applicable
  • EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 30 days of start and every 30 days thereafter
• Education Verification: Highest level of education must be verified (diplomas not accepted as placeholders)
• Drug Testing: 5-panel drug screen within 1 year of start, updated annually
• Health Documents:

  • Physical exam within 1 year attesting ability to meet job demands
  • Negative TB test (True 2-step PPD, Quantiferon Gold, or Tspot) within 90 days of start
  • Required immunizations or titers: Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Hepatitis B (vaccination series, positive titer, or declination)
  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccine within last 10 years if working in high-risk areas
  • Seasonal flu vaccination or approved exemption required by deadlines
• Fit Testing: Respirator fit test completed onsite during orientation
• Photo for Badge: Passport-style photo with specific background and no obstructions required prior to start
• Online Modules: Must complete required online orientation modules within 72 hours of assignment
• Pass/Fail Testing: Medication and arrhythmia competency exams required prior to orientation with two attempts allowed; failure results in cancellation
• Core Competencies: Annual completion of Core Parts I, II, and III training including universal precautions, cultural diversity, pain management, harassment, fire safety, and patient rights
• Floating Policy: Must sign and comply with floating policy (not required for non-clinical roles)

Additional Notes

• Must carry a valid driver’s license on duty for computer access setup
• Local candidates accepted within a specified radius
• All scheduling and special requests must be approved by the facility
• Candidate must be prepared for floating to other qualified units as needed

This position offers an opportunity to work in a Level 1 trauma center with a focus on adult critical care respiratory therapy in a supportive travel contract environment.