Respiratory Therapist – Neuro Diagnostics
Durham, NC
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Opportunity: Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics - RRT

Location: Durham, North Carolina
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

Seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) specializing in Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics for a major teaching hospital with Level I trauma designation. The facility uses EPIC for charting and requires flu vaccination with no exemptions allowed.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Respiratory Therapist license in North Carolina
• Minimum 2 years of Respiratory Therapist experience, including experience within the last year
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from NBRC
• Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA only
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - AHA only
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - AHA only
• Experience with EPIC electronic health record system

Additional Requirements

• Flu vaccination mandatory, no exemptions or declinations accepted
• Physical exam within 12 months, negative TB test or chest X-ray within 12 months, drug testing within 30 days of start (10-panel including THC, no instant tests), and other standard health immunizations (MMR, Varicella, Hepatitis B, Tdap, Polio) required
• Must pass background checks including SSN trace, county, alias, sex offender, education verification, and sanctions list searches
• Two professional references required from employment within the last 12 months (at least one supervisor)
• Competency exams and unit-specific training required
• Must set up a guest account prior to clearance for access to orientation and work systems
• Guaranteed hours
• Locals accepted within a 75-mile radius

Facility Highlights

• Short-term acute care hospital
• Major teaching hospital with Level I trauma center
• Uses EPIC electronic health record system
• Total staffed beds: 978

Notes

• First-time travelers accepted
• No prior travel experience required
• Candidates must complete all required online modules and orientation prior to start
• Compliance with all health and safety documentation and certifications is mandatory

This position offers an opportunity to work in a nationally ranked hospital with a strong focus on education and trauma care.