Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Adult Critical Care & Emergency Department
Maryville, Tennessee
Blount Memorial Hospital

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

Location

• Maryville, Tennessee

Position Details

• Employment Type: Travel/Contract
• Shift: Day shift, 3 shifts of 12 hours each (7:00 AM - 7:30 PM)
• Weekend coverage: Every other weekend
• Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Work involves adult critical care and emergency department settings.
• Medication systems used: Pyxis and Omnicell.
• Must have at least 1 year of EPIC electronic health record experience.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) license in Tennessee.
• Minimum 2 years of Respiratory Therapist experience, including experience within the last year.
• Experience working with adult patients in an acute care setting.
• Current certifications required (must be valid at start):

  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
  • NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)

Compliance and Documentation Requirements

• Driver’s License/State ID required immediately upon signing.
• Background check covering 7 years within 12 months of start, including alias and multi-state/county searches.
• E-Verify or attestation required.
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 30 days of start and every 30 days thereafter.
• Education verification of highest level completed.
• Primary source verification of state license within 30 days of start.
• Drug screening within 1 year of start, updated annually (5-panel minimum).
• Physical exam within 1 year of start attesting ability to meet physical demands.
• Immunizations and health documents required:

  • Negative TB test (True 2-step PPD, Quantiferon Gold, or Tspot) within 90 days of start.
  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccine within last 10 years (required for RRT working in high-risk areas).
  • Flu vaccine or approved exemption for the current season.
  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella, Varicella: Positive titer or 2 vaccines required; second vaccine can be pending if collected within 28 days of first.
  • Hepatitis B vaccination series, positive titer, or signed declination.
• Respirator Fit Test to be completed onsite during orientation.
• Badge photo required prior to start (passport style, plain background, no obstructions).

Training and Competency Requirements

• Completion of online orientation modules within 72 hours of assignment.
• Pass medication and arrhythmia competency exams (if applicable).
• Annual completion of Core Parts I, II, and III training modules covering universal precautions, cultural diversity, pain management, OSHA blood-borne pathogens, and other required topics.
• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam required annually.
• Color blindness testing required if assigned to Emergency Department.
• Pass/Fail testing for EKG/Medication required prior to orientation.
• Acknowledgement of Pass/Fail Testing required for RRTs.
• HIPAA and OSHA training acknowledgment required annually.

Additional Notes

• Candidates must carry their ID while on duty.
• Floating policy is not required for this location.
• Candidates must not have any open cases on background checks at start.
• Candidates with gaps over 30 days between contracts require updated physical and TB testing.
• Candidates must complete all required documentation and training prior to start; no exceptions.

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