Registered Respiratory Therapist - Neuro Diagnostics
Durham, North Carolina
Duke Regional Hospital

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

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

Position Overview

• Discipline: Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics
• Patient Age Groups: Neonates, Infants, Pediatrics, Adolescents, Adults, and Geriatrics
• Typical Ratios: 1:30
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend or every third weekend
• On-Call Requirement: Yes
• Floating: Yes
• Scrub Color: Black
• Orientation: Bi-weekly sessions
• Flu Vaccine: Mandatory, no exemptions or declinations accepted

Required Qualifications

• Valid Respiratory Therapist license in North Carolina
• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT), including experience within the last year
• Current ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certification
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification

Additional Details

• First-time travel RRTs are not accepted (prior travel experience required)
• Local candidates within 75 miles are considered for local rate eligibility
• Candidates must be prepared for on-call duties and floating assignments
• Compliance with all facility-specific competency checklists and online modules is required
• Candidates must complete all required documentation and health screenings prior to start
• Orientation and training include crisis prevention and unit-specific competency exams

Summary

This is a travel contract opportunity for an experienced Registered Respiratory Therapist with at least 5 years of experience, required NC licensure, and current ACLS and BLS certifications. The role involves working with a wide range of patient age groups, requires weekend and on-call availability, and mandates strict compliance with immunization and health screening policies. Prior travel experience is required; first-time travelers will not be considered.

Note: All candidates must comply with mandatory flu vaccination policy and complete all required background checks and health documentation before starting.