Registered Respiratory Therapist - Neuro Diagnostics
Lebanon, Pennsylvania
The Good Samaritan Hospital

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

Location: Lebanon, Pennsylvania
Specialty: Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Position in Pre-Screen Unit; candidates will undergo clinical review for fit and compliance with guidelines.
• Manager interview required.
• May care for COVID-19 patients.
• Tobacco and fragrance-free facility.
• Weekend schedule: Every other weekend (EOW).
• No call requirements.
• Expected to work 2 of 3 major holidays; no return to office (RTO) between Christmas and New Year's.
• Floating not required.
• Return to office (RTO) maximum: 7 days.

Required Experience

• Minimum 2 years of experience in Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics specialty.

Required Certifications & Licenses

• Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) license.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) certification.
• Experience with EPIC electronic health record system required.

Prior Travel Experience

• No explicit prior travel experience required.

Required Qualifications & Compliance

• 2 professional references within the last 3 years.
• Most recent resume/application required.
• Annual skills checklist.
• Background checks including:

  • 7-year criminal background check.
  • Pennsylvania State Police PATCH search (must be finalized prior to start).
  • EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks.
  • Pennsylvania FBI fingerprinting (must be completed within 1 year of start; candidate may start with results pending but must be finalized within 45 days).
  • Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance (must be completed within 5 years; candidate may start with results pending but must be finalized within 45 days).
• Education verification of highest degree/diploma/transcripts.
• Negative 9-panel drug test within 1 year (Aya requirement only).

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 90 days of start, signed by MD, DO, PA, or NPT.
• Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccine within 10 years.
• Negative TB test (QGold or TSpot) within 90 days; PPD not accepted. For positive TB, negative chest X-ray within 1 year and annual TB questionnaire required.
• Immunizations or positive titers required for:

  • Rubeola (Measles) – 2 doses or positive titer.
  • Mumps – 2 doses or positive titer.
  • Rubella – 2 doses or positive titer.
  • Varicella – 2 doses or positive titer.
  • Hepatitis B – positive titer or full vaccine series (3 doses) plus declination form if applicable.
• Seasonal flu vaccination required during flu season; medical or religious exemptions accepted with proper documentation (declinations not accepted).
• COVID-19 vaccine or approved exemption/declination accepted.
• Respiratory Safety Clearance required annually.

Facility & Orientation Requirements

• Clear, professional, passport-style photo for badge.
• Completion of facility-specific documents including:

  • Medical Statement Non-Employee Ability to Work form.
  • Commitment to Health & Wellness.
  • Code of Conduct.
  • Confidentiality Agreement.
  • Non-Employee Affidavit.
  • I9 Attestation and Documentation Attestation (agency completed).
• Completion of Learning Management System (LMS) modules prior to start (for RNs and CNAs; verify if applicable).
• New Hire Orientation required by end of first day.

Additional Notes

• Candidate must notify if they use tobacco or fragrances due to facility policy.
• Candidate may be required to work with COVID-19 patients.
• No floating required.
• No call or overnight shifts indicated.

This position is ideal for a Registered Respiratory Therapist with at least 2 years of experience, comfortable working in a travel/contract role, and able to meet comprehensive credentialing and health requirements.