Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Adult Critical Care, ED & Transport
Clinton, Maryland
MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital

Job Opportunity: Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Location: Clinton, Maryland
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Night, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 PM – 7:30 AM)
Hours per Week: 36

Job Description

• Position for Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)
• Adult Critical Care, Emergency Department (ED), and Transport experience required
• Every other weekend required; holidays as needed
• Scrub color: Black

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Respiratory Therapist license in Maryland
• Registered Respiratory Therapist with a minimum of 2 years of experience, including experience within the last year
• Experience working with adult patients
• Completion of at least one prior travel assignment
• ACLS certification issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross

Certifications & Competencies

• Current ACLS and BLS certifications
• Medication/Pharmacology competency exam (must score 80% or higher)
• Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam with specific scoring requirements (for applicable units)
• Annual orientation safety manual acknowledgement
• Other certifications as required by unit description (e.g., NIH Stroke Certification for ICU/Telemetry units)

Background & Compliance Requirements

• Criminal background check within 90 days of start, covering all locations lived/worked/schooled in past 7 years
• Education verification for highest degree required by position
• I9/E-Verify attestation required prior to start
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required prior to start and monthly thereafter
• Drug screen within 90 days of start (excluding marijuana), including multiple substances
• Physical exam confirming ability to perform work without accommodations and free from communicable disease
• N95 Fit Test within 9 months of start and updated annually (client may complete onsite if needed)
• Annual TB questionnaire and negative TB test (PPD, Quantiferon, or T-spot) within 1 year
• Immunization documentation required for:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (Tdap preferred within 10 years)
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella (2 MMR vaccines or positive titer)
  • Varicella (2 VZV vaccines or positive titer)
  • Hepatitis B (titer, series, or signed declination)
• Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required during flu season (Sept–March)

Experience & References

• Two positive supervisory references supporting at least 2 years of experience within the last 3 years
• Complete 7 years of work history with no gaps, including education, employment, license, and contact information
• Verification of minimum 2 years of employment in the past 7 years, preferably the most recent 2 years

Additional Information

• Off-cycle orientation accepted; orientation sessions available every Monday
• Locals within 60 miles may be considered at a different rate (not included here)
• Valid driver’s license required if driving on behalf of the employer is an essential job function
• Facility-specific modules must be completed prior to start date
• Photo for badge must meet specific requirements (clear, centered, no glare, solid background)

This position is ideal for experienced respiratory therapists with prior travel experience seeking a night shift travel contract in Maryland.