Pediatric Registered Respiratory Therapist – Neuro Diagnostics
Memphis, Tennessee
Le Bonheur Children's Hospital

Job Opportunity: RRT Pediatrics (Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics)

Location: Memphis, Tennessee
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Shift: Nights (schedule to be discussed during interview)
• Start Date: ASAP
• Weekend Requirement: As needed (no weekend block scheduling, but may be considered)
• Local Candidates: Not accepted (100-mile radius rule)
• First-time Travelers: Not accepted; prior travel required

Required Experience & Qualifications

• Valid Respiratory Therapist license in Tennessee
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Respiratory Therapist
• Respiratory Therapist experience within the last year
• One completed travel assignment
• Experience working with Pediatric patients
• Pediatric Respiratory Therapist experience

Special Requirements

• Driver’s license must be included with submission
• Pending licenses are NOT accepted
• Must comply with all background checks and verifications as required
• Physical exam within 1 year of start, attesting ability to meet physical demands
• Fit test for 3M N-95 mask within 1 year of start (must pass)
• Immunizations and health screenings required, including:

  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year
  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (required for this facility)
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella (proof of vaccination or positive titer with boosters if needed)
  • Hepatitis B (3-shot series, positive titer, or signed declination)
  • Varicella (proof of vaccination or positive titer with boosters if needed)
  • Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption (required during flu season)
• Negative 10-panel drug test within 30 days of start (no pending results accepted)

Additional Notes

• Two recent professional references required
• Background checks including statewide, county, federal, education verification, sex offender search, and Tennessee Adult Abuse Registry search
• Various competency exams and certifications must be current and uploaded as required
• Dress code: Navy blue scrubs for RRTs; no prints or embroidered scrubs allowed
• Photo badge required prior to start with strict guidelines (passport-style photo)

This position is at a Level I Pediatric Trauma Center specializing in children’s healthcare.