Respiratory Therapist – Neuro Diagnostics
Cleveland, Ohio
Fairview Hospital

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

Location: Cleveland, Ohio
Specialty: Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 12 weeks

Required Experience

• Minimum years of experience in specialty: Not explicitly stated (default to standard for RRT positions; verify with recruiter)
• Prior travel experience: Not required (no explicit mention of prior travel experience requirement)

Licensure & Certifications

• Ohio RRT License required
• NBRC Certification (CRT and RRT candidates must have current National Board for Respiratory Care credential)
• BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA only, required for all candidates (AHA RQI certs acceptable, non-RQI preferred)
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - AHA only, required for RRTs working in Emergency Department
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) - AHA only, required for RRT-NICU (if applicable)
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) - AHA/AAP only, required for RRT-NICU (if applicable)

Background & Compliance Requirements

• Valid government-issued photo ID required during assignment
• Criminal background check (FCRA compliant 7-year search) required prior to start; must be updated if break in service ≥ 2 months
• Monthly EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required
• Transcript/Diploma verification required
• FBI and BCI fingerprinting required within 12 months of start; must be completed ASAP (no pending fingerprints allowed at start)
• I9/E-Verify attestation required

Health & Safety Requirements

• Pre-employment physical exam within 1 year of start, confirming ability to safely perform job functions
• Fit mask test within 12 months of start; must be updated annually (specific approved masks listed)
• Negative 2-step PPD or Quantiferon Gold TB test/T-Spot within 6 months of start; annual renewal required
• TB questionnaire if history of positive TB test
• Immunization or titer proof for:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B (or signed declination)
  • Varicella
• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 12 months of start; annual renewal required
• Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required during flu season (Oct 31 - Mar 31); no declinations accepted

Orientation & Training

• Completion of facility-specific online training modules (4-5 hours) prior to start; must be completed on a computer using Chrome browser
• HIPAA acknowledgment form required; updated annually
• Unit-specific competency exam required within 12 months of start; updated annually
• Unit-specific skills checklist required; updated annually
• Badge photo required prior to start; badge must be on file for clearance

Employment History & References

• Application must include 3 years prior work history, including at least 2 years of clinical practice in an acute care setting and similar specialty area
• Two recent satisfactory pre-employment references required

Additional Notes

• Candidates working with pediatric patients (RRT-NICU) have additional fingerprinting and certification requirements
• Fingerprinting and background checks are critical and must be completed timely to avoid onboarding delays

This position offers a travel contract opportunity in a reputable healthcare system in Ohio, requiring full compliance with licensure, certifications, health screenings, and facility onboarding protocols.