Pediatric Respiratory Therapist
Columbus, Ohio
Nationwide Children's Hospital

Job Opportunity: Respiratory Therapist (Pediatrics) - Travel/Contract

Location: Columbus, Ohio
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

Seeking a Respiratory Therapist specializing in Pediatrics for a travel/contract position. The role requires floating to different units as needed and includes supervisory responsibilities.

Required Qualifications

• Pediatric Respiratory Therapist with 2 years of experience, including experience within the last year
• 2 years of experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) in Pediatrics
• Experience in supervisory roles
• BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association
• NBRC credential

Compliance and Documentation Requirements

• Background Checks:

  • Criminal background check within 30 days of start, including a 7-year county search and education verification.
  • International background check if applicable.
  • Ohio BCI/FBI fingerprinting required within 60 days of start and must be updated for each new contract.
• Identification:

  • Current government-issued photo ID required within 24-48 hours of contract signing. Temporary IDs or paper driver's licenses are not acceptable.
  • Address on driver's license must match the address on the RRT license.
• Education Verification: Must verify highest degree through National Student Clearinghouse or equivalent.
• License Verification: Must verify Ohio State RRT license within 30 days of start. License location must match photo ID location or proof of residency is required.
• Drug Screening: Negative 9-panel drug screen within 60 days prior to start, including tests for amphetamines, barbiturates, benzodiazepines, cocaine, opiates, marijuana, methadone, phencyclidine, and fentanyl.
• Health Documents:

  • Physical exam within 1 year of start (agency standard).
  • Immunizations and titers including Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years), TB testing (PPD or IGRA), Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Hepatitis B (declination or proof of vaccination/titer accepted).
  • Flu vaccine required during flu season (Oct 31 - May 31) unless approved medical/religious exemption is on file.
  • N95 fit testing required within 1 year of start and updated annually.
• Certifications:

  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
  • NBRC credential required for RRTs
• Competency Exams: Medication test/pharmacology competency and other applicable competency exams with passing scores required.
• Additional Documents:

  • Code of Conduct and Confidentiality Agreement must be reviewed and signed prior to start.
  • Affiliating Health Record completed by Quality Management.
  • Various state-specific registry and offender searches required within 30 days of start.

Additional Notes

• Candidates with Ohio driver's licenses must have an address more than 60 miles from the facility to be considered non-local.
• Fingerprinting must be completed within 24-48 hours of signing the contract.
• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this position.
• Floating to different units is a mandatory part of the role.

This position is ideal for Respiratory Therapists with pediatric experience looking for a travel contract opportunity in Ohio.