Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
Columbus, OH
Access Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Opportunity: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Location: Columbus, Ohio
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Weekend shifts required
• Schedule: 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (night shift)
• Floating between campuses may be required
• Patient ratio: Not applicable
• Equipment used: GE Ventilators

Required Qualifications

• Valid Respiratory Therapist license in Ohio
• Minimum of 1 year of Respiratory Therapist experience within the last year
• High school diploma or college diploma

Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA only (Instructor/Provider and RQI acceptable)
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - AHA only (Instructor/Provider and RQI acceptable)
• Other certifications may be required depending on unit assignment

Background and Compliance Requirements

• 7-year criminal background check within 90 days of start, including FBI and state fingerprinting (BCI/FBI)
• Fingerprinting must be completed using specific state codes and within 1 year of start date
• Education accreditation verification required immediately after contract signing
• Drug screening: Negative 10-panel drug screen within 3 months of start (no pending tests allowed)
• Physical exam within 1 year of start confirming good health and free of contagious disease
• Immunizations and health documents required:

  • Tdap vaccine (adult dose after age 11/12)
  • Negative TB test or chest x-ray within 1 year
  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) vaccination or positive titer
  • Varicella vaccination or positive titer
  • Hepatitis B titer or 3-vaccine series (declination acceptable)
  • Seasonal flu vaccine or declination during flu season (10/1 - 3/31)
• COVID-19 vaccination not required but strongly recommended

Additional Requirements

• 2 professional references required; at least one must be from a manager or formal leadership
• Employment application and skills checklist required
• Annual acknowledgment of dress code, hand hygiene, ethics, and compliance policies
• Completion of unit-specific competency exams may be required

Work Environment

• Night shifts on weekends
• Floating between multiple campuses may be necessary
• Use of specialized respiratory equipment (GE ventilators)

Notes

• Parking permits are available for purchase but details are not included here
• Candidates must comply with all background, health, and certification requirements prior to start
• Prior travel experience is preferred but not mandatory

This position is ideal for a Registered Respiratory Therapist seeking a travel contract with weekend night shifts and the opportunity to work across multiple campuses in Ohio.