Respiratory Therapist – Neuro Diagnostics
Lewisburg, Pennsylvania
Evangelical Community Hospital

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

Location

• Lewisburg, Pennsylvania

Position Details

• Specialty: Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics
• Employment Type: Travel/Contract
• Shift: Night, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (18:30 - 7:00)
• Weekly Hours: 36
• Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Candidate will undergo clinical pre-screening to determine fit.
• Manager interview required for final decision.
• No scheduling requests approved.
• No call requirements.
• Weekend and holiday shifts as needed.
• No floating required.
• May care for COVID-19 patients.
• Tobacco and fragrance-free facility.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Respiratory Therapist.
• Certifications:

  • Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
  • Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)
• Experience with EPIC electronic health record system.
• Valid Respiratory Therapist license for Pennsylvania.

Background and Compliance Requirements

• 7-year criminal background check required within 30 days of start; updated annually.
• Pennsylvania State Police PATCH search required within 1 year of start; must be finalized prior to start.
• Pennsylvania Child Abuse (Childline) Search required 3 business days prior to start; renewed every 5 years.
• PA FBI Fingerprinting required within 1 year of start; candidate may start with results pending but must have results on file within 45 days.
• Employment application and most recent resume required.
• Two professional references within 3 years required.
• Education verification of highest degree/diploma/transcripts required.
• Negative 9-panel drug test required within 1 year of start (specific to agency).
• Skills checklist required annually.

Health and Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 90 days of start, signed by MD, DO, PA, or NPT.
• Fit mask testing required within 1 year of start; updated annually.
• Vaccinations or positive titers required for:

  • Hepatitis B (full vaccine series or positive titer preferred; declination form required)
  • Measles (Rubeola) – 2 doses or positive titer
  • Mumps – 2 doses or positive titer
  • Rubella – 2 doses or positive titer
  • Varicella – 2 doses or positive titer
  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap within 10 years
  • Seasonal Flu vaccine or valid medical/religious exemption during flu season
  • COVID-19 vaccine or valid medical/religious exemption/declination
• Negative QGold or TSpot TB test within 90 days of start (PPD not accepted).
• For positive TB results, negative chest X-ray within 1 year and annual TB questionnaire required.

Certifications and Competencies

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) may be required depending on unit.
• Pass/fail Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam required within 72 hours of contract signing.
• Medication/pharmacology competency exam as applicable.
• Acknowledgement of pass/fail testing required within 48 hours of contract signing.

Facility-Specific Requirements

• Clear, professional, passport-style photo for badge.
• Review and sign facility documents including:

  • Commitment to Health & Wellness
  • Code of Conduct
  • Confidentiality Agreement
  • Non-Employee Affidavit
  • Hepatitis B Declination form
  • Safety and Security Vehicle Registration (if applicable)
  • WellSpan Way Description (review only)
• Completion of Learning Management System (LMS) modules on PC/laptop (not mobile) as assigned; required for RNs and CNAs, may apply here for orientation.
• New hire orientation must be completed by end of first day.

Additional Notes

• Maximum return to office (RTO) time is 7 days; no scheduling requests approved.
• Tobacco and fragrance-free environment; candidates must be notified.
• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required.

This summary includes all relevant information for healthcare recruiters and respiratory therapists considering this travel contract opportunity.