Registered Respiratory Therapist - Neuro Diagnostics
Bristol, TN
Access Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights

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

Location

• Bristol, Tennessee

Position Details

• Specialty: Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics
• Employment Type: Travel/Contract
• Shift: Night shift, 6:00 PM – 6:30 AM (3 shifts per week, 12 hours each)
• Weekly Hours: 36 hours
• Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• No on-call duties
• General orientation starts on Mondays with online computer-based learning (CBLs)
• Orientation includes 16 hours of non-billable time
• The hospital may cancel or call off one shift biweekly without financial penalty due to census decreases
• Additional overtime shifts may be available and flexed as needed

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Respiratory Therapist license in Tennessee
• Minimum 1 year of Respiratory Therapist experience within the last year
• Current AHA ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certification
• Current AHA PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) certification

Licensure & Certifications

• Must hold a valid Respiratory Therapist license appropriate for Tennessee
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
• Other certifications may be required or preferred depending on unit specifics (e.g., NRP, TNCC) but are not mandatory for this role

Orientation & Compliance Requirements

• Completion of hospital-specific orientation and safety manual acknowledgment annually
• Photo for badge must meet facility standards (neutral background, no filters, no visible facial piercings or tattoos, neutral hair color)
• Completion of facility-specific forms including dress code, contaminated sharps/body fluid exposure statement, smoking and tobacco use policy, influenza policy, and respirator medical evaluation questionnaire (time sensitive)
• Respiratory fit testing completed onsite; must comply with CDC facial hair guidelines for respirator use
• Physical exam required within 1 year of start date (does not require annual update)
• Drug screening: Standard 9-panel drug test within 14 days prior to start (instant test acceptable as placeholder)
• Immunizations and health screenings required:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccine or declination
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray per facility protocol
  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) titers or documented vaccination/boosters
  • Varicella titer or documented vaccination/boosters
  • Hepatitis B series, titer, or declination
  • Seasonal flu vaccine or approved medical/religious exemption during flu season (Sept 29 – Mar 31)
• References: Minimum 2 references preferred, 3 recommended
• Skills checklist required prior to start

Additional Notes

• Candidates must be prepared for a 36/36 or 36/48 schedule as per employment agreement
• The hospital reserves the right to flex shifts based on census without penalty
• Background checks and verifications required within 30 days of start, including education verification and adult abuse registry check if licensed in Tennessee
• Employment contingent on successful completion of all compliance and credentialing requirements

This position is ideal for experienced Respiratory Therapists seeking a travel contract with night shifts in Tennessee, offering structured orientation and flexibility based on patient census.