Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Neuro Diagnostics
Augusta, Georgia
University Hospital

Job Opportunity: Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Location: Augusta, Georgia
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 12 weeks

Job Summary

Seeking a Respiratory Therapist with a minimum of 2 years of experience. First-time travelers are accepted. The patient population includes neonates, adults, and geriatrics.

Required Qualifications

• Licensure:
  Must hold a current Georgia state license as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or a minimum of Certified Respiratory Therapist Technician (CRTT) with critical care skills and 5+ years of experience as a therapist.

• Certifications:

  • Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
  • RRT or CRTT (with conditions as above)

• Experience:
  Minimum 2 years in respiratory/neuro diagnostics specialty.

• Skills:

  • ABG interpretation
  • CPAP/Nasal CPAP/BiPAP management
  • Flow-by oxygen delivery
  • Troubleshooting high-pressure alarms
  • Weaning from mechanical ventilation
  • Trach collar management
  • High flow nasal cannula use
  • Airway management

• Systems:
  Experience with Epic electronic health records system is required.

Work Schedule & Requirements

• Weekend Work: Every other weekend
• Floating: May float within facility and possibly to an additional nearby campus, within scope of practice
• Call: None required
• Holidays: Expected to work major holidays if they fall during the assignment (see below)
• Return to Office (RTO): Maximum 7 days
• Dress Code: Pewter gray scrub color

Major Holidays Include:

• Memorial Day
• Independence Day
• Labor Day
• Thanksgiving/Black Friday
• Christmas Eve/Christmas Day
• New Year’s Eve/New Year’s Day

Compliance & Orientation

• Full compliance with credentialing and onboarding required to start on time.
• Orientation hours vary based on contract length (e.g., 8 hours for 8-week assignment).
• Background checks, education verification, and other documentation must be completed prior to start.

Health & Safety Requirements

• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 60 days of start
• Physical exam within 12 months of start
• Immunizations and titers required or proof of immunity for:

  • Measles (Rubeola)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Varicella
  • Hepatitis B (titer or signed declination)
  • TB testing (PPD, QGold, or TSpot within 12 months) and TB questionnaire annually
  • Flu vaccination or declination during flu season (Nov 1 - Mar 31)
• Color blindness test required

Additional Requirements

• Two clinical references required
• Skills checklist updated within 12 months
• Verification of most recent work history required (can be pending at start with proof of processing)

Notes

• Prior travel experience is not required.
• Floating may include travel to a nearby campus approximately 3 miles away.
• No call responsibilities.
• Candidate must be able to work major holidays as outlined.
• Must be able to pass competency exams including dysrhythmia/EKG competency if applicable.

This position offers an opportunity to work with a diverse patient population in a supportive environment with a focus on respiratory and neuro diagnostics.