Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - NICU/PICU/CVICU
Cleveland, OH
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics (Travel/Contract)

Location: Cleveland, Ohio
Contract Length: 12 weeks

Position Overview

• Work as a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) in NICU, PICU, and CVICU settings with pediatric patients.
• May float to various NICU and rehab units including Shaker Children's Rehab, Fairview NICU, Akron NICU, and Hillcrest NICU.
• Schedule options: 3x12-hour shifts or 4x12-hour shifts.
• High-level care experience required (Level 4).

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in Respiratory Therapy, specifically with pediatric, PICU, and NICU patients.
• Must have an Ohio RRT license in hand before starting.
• Certifications required:

  • NBRC (National Board for Respiratory Care) credential.
  • BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA preferred, RQI acceptable but non-RQI preferred.
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - AHA only, required for Emergency Department roles.
  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) - AHA only, required for RRT-NICU.
  • NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) - AHA/AAP only, required for RRT-NICU.

Experience Requirements

• Must have experience in:

  • Pediatrics (PEDS)
  • Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU)
  • Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) with high-level care (Level 4)

Prior Travel Experience

• No explicit requirement for prior travel experience mentioned.

Work Schedule

• 12-week contract.
• Shift options: 3 shifts of 12 hours or 4 shifts of 12 hours per week.

Compliance and Onboarding Requirements

Background and Screening

• Criminal background check required prior to start; must be updated if break in service exceeds 2 months.
• Monthly EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required.
• Transcript/Diploma verification required.
• Two fingerprintings required:

  • One onsite at the facility before starting (especially for pediatric patient care roles).
  • One through the agency.
• FBI and BCI fingerprints must be completed within 12 months of start and cannot be pending at start.

Health and Safety Documents

• Pre-employment physical exam within 1 year of start, confirming ability to safely perform job functions.
• Fit mask test within 12 months of start, updated annually (specific approved mask types required).
• Negative TB test (2-step PPD or Quantiferon Gold/T-Spot) within 6 months of start, renewed annually. Chest X-ray required if history of positive TB.
• Immunizations or titers required for:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B (or signed declination)
  • Varicella
• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 12 months of start, updated annually.
• Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required during flu season (Oct 31 - Mar 31). No declinations accepted.

Documentation and Training

• Two recent satisfactory pre-employment references required.
• Employment application must include 3 years of prior work history, with at least 2 years in acute care and similar clinical area.
• Unit-specific competency exam and skills checklist required, updated annually.
• Completion of facility-specific online training modules (4-5 hours) prior to start; must be done on a computer using Chrome browser.
• HIPAA orientation and safety manual acknowledgement required, updated annually.
• I9/E-Verify attestation required.
• Photo for badge must be submitted prior to start.

Additional Notes

• All required certifications and work history, including any previous positions at this healthcare system, must be included in the candidate profile.
• Requests for time off and scheduling must be communicated during submission and interview.
• Locals are accepted at the same bill rate.

This position is ideal for experienced Respiratory Therapists with pediatric critical care expertise looking for a 12-week travel contract in Ohio.