Registered Respiratory Therapist – Pulmonary & Neuro Diagnostics
Columbus, GA
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Travel/Contract

Location

• Columbus, Georgia

Contract Length

• 8 weeks

Specialty

• Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics

Patient Population

• Infants to Geriatrics (Primarily adult patients, including pediatric intubated patients)

Work Setting

• Level 2 trauma center
• Interventional stroke certified
• Level 3 NICU (regional transport resource)
• Floating within facility and sister campus as needed
• No call requirements

Shift Details

• Night shift: 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (18:30 to 7:00)
• Every other weekend required
• Holidays: Expected to work 1 or 2 major holidays if they fall within the assignment period
  Major holidays include Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving/Black Friday, Christmas Eve/Day, New Year's Eve/Day

Required Experience and Certifications

• Valid Respiratory Care Practitioner license in Georgia
• Minimum 1 year of experience as a Respiratory Care Practitioner within the last year
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)

Clinical Skills and Responsibilities

• Manage non-invasive and conventional ventilation
• Aerosol therapy
• Bedside pulmonary function tests
• Perform arterial lines and arterial blood gases
• Oxygen management and patient education
• Perform capillary blood gases and draws from lines

Systems Used

• Epic
• Pyxis
• SBAR
• Viasys Vela
• GE Carescape
• Viasys Avea

Orientation and Compliance

• Maximum Return to Office (RTO) time: 7 days
• Full compliance with onboarding requirements required to start on time; delays result in a 2-week pushback due to bi-weekly orientation schedule
• Number of non-billable orientation hours depends on contract length (e.g., 8 hours for 8-week assignment)

Blackout Dates (No shifts available)

• Night shift: June (total blackout), July 5th-31st, August 1st-2nd
• Day shift: June (total blackout), July 15th-31st, August 1st-9th

Required Documentation and Compliance

Background and Verification

• Background check required within 30 days prior to start; must include national and county criminal searches, sex offender registry, FACIS 3, and education verification
• Education verification required; diplomas required for RRTs
• Verification of most recent employer required (can be pending at start with proof it is in process)
• Two clinical references required

Health and Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 12 months of start
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 12 months (with specific protocols if prior positive TB)
• TB questionnaire required annually
• Immunizations or positive titers required for:

  • Measles (Rubeola)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Varicella
  • Hepatitis B (titer or signed declination)
• Flu vaccine or declination required annually (strongly encouraged during flu season)

Drug Testing

• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 60 days of start (instant drug screen acceptable)
• Panels include Amphetamines, Methamphetamines, Benzodiazepines, Barbiturates, Cocaine, Opiates, Methadone, Phencyclidine, Propoxyphene, THC

Competency Exams (Aya required)

• Medication/Pharmacology competency exam
• Color blind testing (with alternative evaluation if needed)
• Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam (3 attempts allowed; failure results in cancellation)
• General competency exam for nursing/allied health

Facility Policies

• Review and sign Code of Conduct and Dress/Professional Appearance Policy prior to start

Summary

This travel contract position for a Registered Respiratory Therapist requires at least 1 year of experience, trauma experience, and specific certifications including Georgia RRT license, BLS, ACLS, and PALS. The role involves working night shifts in a level 2 trauma center with a diverse patient population. Compliance with extensive health, background, and competency requirements is mandatory before starting. Floating within the facility and sister campus is expected, with no call requirements. The contract length is 8 weeks with specific blackout dates and holiday work expectations.