Respiratory Therapist - Neuro Diagnostics
Antioch, CA
Host Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: 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 unless otherwise specified).
• Prior travel experience: Not explicitly required.

Background Checks & Compliance

• 7-year background check required within 6 months of start.
• Sex offender search within 90 days of start.
• FACIS Level 3 screening required within 2 weeks of start and monthly thereafter.
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required and updated annually.
• Education verification required (highest level achieved).
• Drug screening: Negative 9-panel drug screen within 6 months of start (excluding marijuana due to CA law).

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start (must indicate cleared for work).
• Fit mask test within 1 year, renewed annually (specific mask types required).
• TB screening: Negative QGold or TSPOT within 90 days or 2 PPDs as specified; renewed annually.
• Immunizations or titers required for:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B (series or declination)
  • Varicella
• Seasonal flu vaccination required during flu season (Nov 1 - Apr 30).
• Drug testing: Negative 9-panel drug screen within 6 months of start.

Competency & Skills Verification

• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam as applicable.
• Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam may be required.
• 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/AP within 30 days if applicable.
• Official transcripts/diplomas or attestation of verification attempts required.

Facility Specific Requirements

• Candidate must review and sign facility-specific documents including:

  • Job description
  • Standards of Business Conduct
  • Conflict of Interest Policy
  • Vendor Training
  • Code of Conduct
  • Overpayment Refund Policy
  • TB Questionnaire (signed by candidate and healthcare provider)
  • Conditional Offer of Employment Attestation (if applicable)

Additional Notes

• Employment application must include full 7 years of work history with no gaps.
• References: 2 professional references required for clinical/allied/per diem acute care candidates; 1 for per diem non-acute care.
• Prior temp or full-time work at the health system requires verification or rehire through HR.

This position requires adherence to strict background, health, and competency standards to ensure compliance with facility and regulatory requirements.