NICU Respiratory Therapist
Hollywood, Florida
Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital

Job Opportunity: Respiratory Therapist - NICU

Location: Hollywood, Florida
Employment Type: Long-Term Assignment (LTA)
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: 6:45 PM – 7:15 AM

Job Description

• Minimum 2-3 years of current experience as a Respiratory Therapist, functioning independently at bedside.
• Experience managing ventilated patients in a NICU setting is required.
• Must be familiar with the Servo U ventilator and proficient in its functions and modes used in NICU.
• Knowledge of Drager, Bunnell Jet Vent, Sensormedic 3100A oscillator, and Nitric Oxide is a plus.

Required Qualifications

Licensure & Certifications

• Certified Respiratory Therapist with at least 2 years of NICU experience, including experience within the last year.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program).

Experience

• Respiratory Therapist experience with demonstrated ability to function independently at bedside in NICU settings.

Health & Compliance Requirements

• Proof of 2 MMR vaccinations or IGG titer.
• Proof of 2 Varicella vaccinations or IGG titer.
• Hepatitis B Surface Antibody (titer) or declination accepted; vaccination series recommended.
• Influenza vaccine required or approved exemption during flu season.
• TB test (QuantiFERON or T-Spot) within 12 months prior to start; if past positive, chest X-ray and updated TB questionnaire required annually.
• Annual TB questionnaire (optional but recommended).
• Fit test for respirators completed on site (optional).
• Physical/Health Statement attesting ability to meet job physical requirements, signed by MD, DO, NP, or PA.

Professional & Background Requirements

• Unexpired government-issued photo ID matching license state.
• Background check within 30 days prior to assignment start, including 7-year county and national criminal checks, SSN trace, sex offender registry, and federal sanction lists.
• Employment verification for the previous 7 years.
• Two professional references from manager/supervisor level or above.
• I-9 E-Verify attestation.
• Drug screen (10 panel) completed within 60 days prior to start.
• Highest level of education verified through primary source.
• Recent color badge photo meeting specified criteria.

Skills & Competency Testing

• Current skills checklist within 12 months prior to start.
• Core competencies completed within 365 days prior to start with at least 80% pass rate.
• Specialty and pharmacology exams are optional but recommended.

This position offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity to work in a specialized NICU environment requiring advanced respiratory care skills and independent clinical judgment.