Pediatric Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
Charleston, SC
Access Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Opportunity: Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics (RRT / Pediatrics)

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

Position Details

• Specialty: Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with Pediatrics focus
• Shift: 3 shifts per week, 12-hour night shifts (7:00 PM - 7:30 AM)
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
• On-call: Not required
• Floating: May float within scope depending on experience; no floating to sister facilities required

Experience & Certification Requirements

• Years of Experience Required: Minimum 2 years
• Pediatric Experience: Required experience with pediatric, neonate, and infant patients
• Prior Travel Experience: Not explicitly required
• First-timers: Accepted
• Certifications Required:

  • Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification
  • Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
  • Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
• Licenses:

  • NBRC certification accepted
  • South Carolina Respiratory Care Provider (RCP) license required at start
• Preferred:

  • Experience with Epic electronic health record system

Facility Highlights

• Teaching hospital with Magnet status and Level 1 Trauma center
• Total staffed beds: 865
• Charting system: Epic
• Parking available with nominal cost for nights and weekends

Scheduling & Other Requirements

• Open to block scheduling with prior approval (not guaranteed)
• Radius rule: 60 miles; local candidates considered on a case-by-case basis
• State license must be active and in hand at start
• Guaranteed hours: Facility may call off 1 shift every 2 weeks
• Hurricane season (June-November) may require emergency response team participation

Required Documentation & Compliance

• Proof of work eligibility (I-9 form)
• Valid Driver’s License or State ID
• Social Security Card or SSN verification
• Background checks including:

  • 7-year history with SSN trace, state and national criminal checks, sex offender registry, FACIS 3, and international searches if applicable
  • EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks within 30 days of start and updated for renewals
• Education verification or diploma/transcripts as placeholder
• Clinical references (2 required)
• Employment history verification for last 3 clinical employers
• Competency exams and medication/pharmacology competency as applicable
• Color blindness testing prior to start
• Facility-specific orientation modules and first day instructions must be completed before orientation
• Clear, passport-style photo for badge

Health & Safety Requirements

• Initial physical exam and annual updates attesting ability to meet job demands
• Fit test for N95 mask within 90 days prior to start, renewed annually
• Immunizations and titers required or proof of vaccination/declination for:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
  • Measles (Rubeola)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Varicella
  • Hepatitis B (titer, vaccine series, or declination)
• Negative TB test (T-spot or Q-Gold) within 90 days or proof of prior positive with chest x-ray follow-up
• Annual TB questionnaire completion
• 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start (no instant tests)
• Seasonal flu vaccination or medical/religious exemption required during flu season (Aug-April)
• COVID vaccination highly preferred; declination form required if not vaccinated

Certifications & Competencies Notes

• ACLS certification is not required for pediatric units but may be required for other units
• BLS must be current and from AHA or ARC
• PALS required for all pediatric units except Pediatric OR (preferred there)
• NRP must be through AHA/AAP with full eCard and QR code
• Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) not required for ER RNs
• Electronic Fetal Monitoring (EFM) certification required for Labor & Delivery, preferred for Mother/Baby units
• State license primary source verification required, must be active and unencumbered
• Specialty-specific tech certifications required as applicable

Additional Notes

• Travelers must upload all required certifications and health documents prior to start
• Facility may deny start if certifications expire within 30 days of assignment start date
• Radiation badge required only for specific roles (not applicable for this position)
• Emergency preparedness during hurricane season may affect assignment availability and scheduling

This position is ideal for respiratory therapists with pediatric experience seeking a travel contract in a high-acuity, teaching hospital environment with a supportive team and advanced technology.