Pediatric Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
Greenville, SC
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: RRT Pediatrics (Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics)

Location: Greenville, South Carolina
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Shift Details

• Night shift: 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM
• Weekend coverage every other weekend
• Floating required to other qualified units/campuses as needed

Patient Population

• Pediatric floors, PICU, ER, NICU

Required Experience

• Minimum 1 year experience with EPIC documentation system
• Experience in ER, Pediatric Critical Care, and Pediatrics required

Required Certifications and Licenses

• South Carolina Respiratory Therapist License (RRT)
• BLS (Basic Life Support) – AHA or ARC only
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) – AHA Advanced only
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) – AHA or ARC only
• NBRC RRT or CRT certification accepted
• Additional certifications may be required based on unit (e.g., ACLS, TNCC, ENPC, STABLE) – check unit specifics

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Respiratory Therapist license in South Carolina
• Minimum 1 year of Respiratory Therapist experience within the last year
• Experience working with Neonate and Pediatric patients
• Experience in Acute Care and Inpatient settings
• Pediatric Respiratory Therapist experience
• BLS, PALS, and NRP certifications
• Experience with EPIC documentation system

Systems and Equipment

• Medication systems: Pyxis and Omnicell
• Documentation system: EPIC (minimum 1 year experience required)

Floating Policy

• Agency staff must float to other Prisma Health units/campuses as requested due to census needs
• Floating only to units where staff are qualified and have demonstrated competencies

Compliance and Onboarding Requirements

Background Checks

• 7-year background check within 12 months of start
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 30 days of start and every 30 days thereafter
• Fingerprinting required if applicable (e.g., if lived/worked in WV in last 7 years)

Health and Immunization

• Physical exam within 1 year attesting ability to meet job demands
• Negative TB test (True 2-step PPD, Quantiferon Gold, or Tspot) within 90 days of start
• Required immunizations or positive titers for:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B (vaccination series, positive titer, or declination)
  • Varicella
• Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccine within last 10 years (required for clinical staff in high-risk areas)
• Annual flu vaccine or approved exemption required (not required for 100% remote)
• Drug screening within 1 year and updated annually (5-panel minimum)

Competency and Training

• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam (annual)
• Core Parts I, II, and III training (annual) including OSHA, patient safety, and age-specific care
• Pass/Fail Testing (EKG/Medication) required for RNs; check if applicable for Respiratory Therapist role
• Color Blind Testing for Emergency Department staff
• Online Cornerstone Modules to be completed within 72 hours of assignment
• Badge photo required prior to start

Additional Documentation

• State license primary source verification within 30 days of start
• NURSYS verification for RN licenses (not applicable for RRT)
• Orientation Safety Manual Acknowledgement (HIPAA, OSHA, TJC training)
• Floating Policy signed annually

Summary

This is a 13-week travel contract for a Pediatric Respiratory Therapist (RRT) working night shifts in Greenville, SC. The role requires experience with pediatric critical care and emergency settings, proficiency in EPIC documentation, and multiple pediatric and neonatal certifications. Floating to other qualified units is mandatory. Comprehensive background checks, immunizations, and competency testing are required for compliance.

Note: Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this position.