Registered Respiratory Therapist (Neonatal/Pediatric Neuro Diagnostics)
Allentown, PA
Host Healthcare
4x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics Specialist

Location: Allentown, Pennsylvania
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Work in both neonatal and pediatric units based on facility needs.
• Must have at least 1 year experience in a Level 3 or higher NICU or a minimum of 1 year PICU experience.
• Minimum 2 years of overall experience required.
• First-time travelers are welcome.
• No on-call duties.
• Return to Office (RTO) requests must be approved by the facility.
• State license required.
• Certifications required:

  • Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
  • Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
  • Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

Required Background Checks

• Comprehensive background check covering all locations lived/worked in the past 7 years.
• EPLS/GSA/SAM check upon hire.
• HHS/OIG check upon hire.
• Pennsylvania Department of Human Services Fingerprinting within 90 days of start (required for all except remote workers living outside PA).
• Education verification for highest level of education related to specialty.
• Pennsylvania State-specific searches including Child Abuse Search, PATCH, Medicheck, and others within specified timeframes.

Certifications & Competencies

• ACLS, BLS, PALS, NRP certifications must be current and from approved organizations (AHA, AAP, AWHONN, etc.).
• Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) required if working in ER or Pediatric ER (TCRN acceptable if TNCC unavailable).
• Electronic Fetal Monitoring (EFM) required for Labor & Delivery staff.
• National certification/verification prior to start and upon expiration as applicable.
• Orientation Safety Manual Acknowledgement and Pass/Fail Testing (Basic Dysrhythmia exam) required annually with a minimum passing score of 88%.
• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam required for all RN candidates (passing score 80%).
• Dysrhythmia/EKG Competency Exam required annually for clinical candidates (passing score 88%).

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 2 months of start.
• Fit test questionnaire and fit mask test (not required for 100% remote non-clinical).
• Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccine within 10 years.
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray with specific timing requirements; annual TB questionnaire if applicable.
• Immunizations or positive titers required for:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B (declinations not accepted)
  • Varicella
• Drug testing: Negative 10-panel or 9-panel (without THC) within 60 days of start; observed drug screens required if dilute results occur.
• COVID-19 vaccination or declination with required documentation (not required for 100% remote non-clinical).
• Seasonal flu vaccination required for new candidates starting October through May, with exemptions allowed under specific conditions.
• Respirator safety clearance required annually for respirator use starting 04/07/2025.

Facility Specific Requirements

• Photo for badge (new candidates starting 3/31/2025 and later).
• Badge request form (time sensitive for new candidates starting before 3/30/2025).
• Affidavit for provisional employment prior to start.
• COVID and flu vaccine declination forms if applicable.

Employment History & References

• Minimum of 2 professional references from employment within the last 12 months.
• Complete employment application including 7 years of work history with explanations for gaps over 90 days.
• Work history verification required for non-clinical and remote candidates.

This position requires strict adherence to all background checks, certifications, health documents, and facility-specific requirements to ensure compliance and clearance for assignment.