PICU Respiratory Therapist
Indianapolis, IN
PRIDE Health
4x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: RRT PICU (Travel/Contract)

Location: Indianapolis, Indiana
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Position Overview

• Role primarily in Labor & Delivery (L&D) with floating assignments possible to PICU, NICU, and Pediatrics units.
• May also float to a nearby hospital location as needed.
• Shift: Day shift, 4 shifts of 12 hours each, every other weekend required.
• First-time travelers are accepted.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Respiratory Therapist license in Indiana (temporary license accepted if applied for permanent).
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Respiratory Therapist, with experience within the last year required.
• Certifications required:

  • ACLS (AHA or RQI accepted)
  • BLS (AHA or RQI accepted)
  • NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist credential
• Experience working with Pediatric patients required.
• Labor & Delivery (L&D) experience required due to primary assignment.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of experience in PICU.
• Children's hospital experience within the last 3 years required.
• Prior travel experience is not required.

Unit and Floating Information

• Home unit assignment will be NICU, PICU, or Pediatrics based on facility needs.
• Floating between NICU, PICU, and Pediatrics units is expected.
• May float to an additional hospital location as needed.

Shift Details

• 4 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 AM to 7:00 PM).
• Every other weekend coverage required.

Background and Compliance Requirements

• Background check required within 90 days of start, including 7 years of residence/work history, SSN trace, county/state/national checks, and education verification.
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 30 days of start.
• Drug screening: Negative 10-panel drug screen within 12 months of start.
• Physical exam within 12 months of start.
• Fit mask test within 12 months of start with approved respirators (3M N95 models or Honeywell N95). On-site fit testing available only as last resort with approval.
• Immunizations and titers required:

  • TB test (PPD, QuantiFERON-TB Gold, or T-SPOT) within 1 year of start. If positive, chest x-ray and documentation required.
  • Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Rubella: Positive titer or 2 vaccines required; no declinations accepted.
  • Varicella: Positive titer or 2 vaccines required; no declinations accepted. History of disease not accepted.
  • Hepatitis B series, titer, or signed declination required.
  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap preferred but not required.
  • Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required during flu season (9/30 - 3/31). Declinations not accepted.

Documentation and Verification

• Must provide:

  • Valid Driver’s License or Passport (clear copy).
  • Official transcript or diploma showing degree and graduation date.
  • Education verification completed by a third party.
  • Employment application covering last 7 years with explanations for gaps over 30 days.
  • Minimum 2 professional references from recent employment verified within 2 years; references must be from charge nurses, managers, supervisors, or above.
  • Skills checklist completed within 12 months and annually thereafter.
  • Competency exams including medication/pharmacology test and unit competency exam.
  • Color blindness test (Ishihara or equivalent) with 100% minimum score.

Facility-Specific Requirements

• Completion of mandatory facility orientation modules and safety acknowledgements prior to start.
• Completion of facility-specific compliance and confidentiality forms.
• Must review and sign facility-specific packets and orientation materials via electronic signature before start date.
• Respiratory therapists must complete mandatory RRT modules by the Friday prior to start (paid time).

Additional Notes

• Indiana RN travel restrictions effective 11/30/24 do not apply to Respiratory Therapists.
• Candidates must confirm awareness and comfort with every other weekend shift requirement before submission.

This summary includes all relevant details for healthcare recruiters and respiratory therapists considering this travel contract opportunity.