Respiratory Therapist - Neuro Diagnostics
Baltimore, MD
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Location

• Baltimore, Maryland

Employment Type

• Travel/Contract

Contract Length

• 14 weeks

Shift Details

• Night shift
• 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 PM to 7:30 AM)
• Total 36 hours per week

Specialty

• Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics

Required Qualifications

• Valid Respiratory Care Practitioner license in Maryland
• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Respiratory Care Practitioner
• Respiratory Care Practitioner experience within the last year
• Experience working with Adult patients
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certification
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification

Required Documentation & Compliance

• Government-issued photo ID (driver’s license or state ID)
• Background check within 6 months covering all locations lived/worked in past 7 years; updated annually
• Employment verification for 2 workplaces within last 7 years (W2 or direct supervisor references acceptable)
• Physical exam within 1 year confirming ability to meet essential job functions
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year (pending results allowed with confirmation)
• Drug screening: Negative 9-panel drug screen within 30 days of start
• Immunizations/vaccinations:

  • 2 MMR vaccines or positive titers for measles, mumps, rubella (boosters required if negative)
  • Hepatitis B titer, series, or signed declination
  • 2 Varicella vaccines or positive titer (boosters required if negative)
  • Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption during flu season (Oct 1 - Mar 31)
• Respirator fit test (to be completed onsite; annual renewal required for new contracts)
• EKG/Dysrhythmia competency exam (Relias or Prophecy platform only; must be renewed annually)
• Medication/pharmacology competency exam as applicable
• Unit-specific skills checklist
• Signed facility-specific policies including floating and time & attendance policies
• Consent to release information form prior to start
• I9 and E-Verify documentation

Certifications & Training

• ACLS and BLS must be current AHA provider certifications (instructor cards and RQI accepted)
• Additional certifications may be required based on unit description (e.g., NIH Stroke Certification, CPI, Trauma Nursing Core Course)
• Stroke and Trauma CEUs may be required; must be completed or updated annually as applicable

Additional Notes

• Candidate must complete all labs by the Monday prior to start to ensure on-time onboarding
• Background checks include SS trace, county, nationwide, sex offender, FACIS Level 3, education verification, and international searches if applicable
• Drug screen panel excludes Marijuana/THC
• References: 2 professional references within 2 years preferred (1 reference for non-acute care per diem)
• Facility will provide radiation badges if applicable (not required for this role)
• Candidate must acknowledge pass/fail testing policies and complete required competency exams within allowed attempts to avoid cancellation

This position offers a night shift travel opportunity for experienced Respiratory Therapists with critical care or ED experience, requiring comprehensive compliance and credentialing prior to start.