Respiratory Care Practitioner - Neuro Diagnostics
Antioch, CA
Host Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Summary: Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics Practitioner

Location: Antioch, California
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Perform therapeutic and diagnostic respiratory care procedures.
• Set up and operate respiratory care equipment for diagnosis and treatment of respiratory diseases/illnesses.
• Proficient in ABG (arterial blood gas) sampling and analysis.
• Perform EKGs.

Required Certifications

• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• CRT (Certified Respiratory Therapist)
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)

Preferred Certifications

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
• RRT (Registered Respiratory Therapist)

Experience Requirements

• Specialty: Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics
• Years of Experience: Not explicitly stated; assume minimum 2 years (default for specialty roles unless otherwise specified).
• Prior travel experience: Not explicitly required.

Background Checks & Compliance

• 7-year background check required within 6 months of start, including SSN trace with all aliases, county searches, nationwide sex offender search, education verification, and motor vehicle report if applicable.
• FACIS Level 3 screening required within 2 weeks of start and monthly thereafter.
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required and updated annually.
• Sex offender search required within 90 days of start.
• Education verification required (not if highest education is high school).
• Transcript/Diploma verification as needed, especially for international education.

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start (must clear for work).
• Fit mask test within 1 year, renewed annually (specific mask types accepted).
• Adult Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap within 10 years.
• Negative TB test or chest x-ray within 90 days, renewed annually.
• Immunizations or positive titers required for:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B (series or declination)
  • Varicella
• Seasonal flu vaccination required during flu season (Nov 1 - Apr 30), with mask requirement if declined.
• Negative 9-panel drug screen within 6 months of start (excluding marijuana/cannabinoids due to CA law).
• Respiratory safety clearance required prior to start and renewed annually.

Competency & Skills Verification

• Medication test/pharmacology competency exam as applicable.
• Competency exams relevant to profession, including dysrhythmia/EKG competency if applicable.
• Unit-specific skills checklist required and renewed annually.

Licensure & Documentation

• State professional license verification required within 30 days of start.
• NURSYS verification for RN, LPN/LVN, or AP within 30 days if applicable.
• Venipuncture/IV certification may be required depending on role.
• Official transcripts/diplomas or attestation of verification attempts required.

Facility Specific Requirements

• Candidate must review and sign facility policies including:

  • Standards of Business Conduct
  • Vendor Training
  • Code of Conduct
  • Overpayment Refund Policy
  • Conflict of Interest Policy
  • Regulatory Orientation for Contracted Workers
• TB Screening Questionnaire required within 90 days of start and renewed annually.
• Conditional offer of employment attestation required prior to start.
• Religious exemption forms required if applicable for PAPR or vaccine exemptions.

Work History & References

• Full 7 years of work history required on application with no gaps.
• Employment verification for up to 7 years required; gaps over 30 days must be explained.
• 2 professional references required for clinical/allied/per diem acute care candidates; 1 for per diem non-acute care.

Summary

This is a travel contract position for a Respiratory Care Practitioner specializing in respiratory and neuro diagnostics in California. The role requires multiple certifications including BLS, CRT, and NRP, with preferred certifications such as ACLS, PALS, and RRT. The contract length is approximately 13 weeks. Candidates must comply with extensive background checks, health screenings, immunizations, and competency exams. Full work history and professional references are required. Prior travel experience is not explicitly required.