Registered Respiratory Therapist - Neuro Diagnostics
Conyers, Georgia
Rockdale Medical Center

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

Location: Conyers, Georgia
Specialty: Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 14 weeks

Job Description

• Provide respiratory care services including evaluation and treatment of cardiopulmonary function and impairment.
• Attend all high-risk C-sections and deliveries to manage neonate airway per Neonatal Protocol.
• Responsible for airway management and ventilatory support during resuscitations.
• Provide ventilatory care in Emergency Department, ICU/CCU, PACU, and Level III nursery.
• Work under supervision of licensed physician.
• Patient care decisions based on assessment data and diagnostic information.
• Weekend schedule: Every other weekend.
• No on-call required.
• Floating within facility as needed and within scope of practice.
• Must work major holidays if they fall during assignment (expectation varies by number of holidays).

Required Experience

• Minimum 2 years of experience in specialty.
• First-time travelers accepted (prior travel experience NOT required).

Required Qualifications

Licensure

• Must hold a current Respiratory Therapist license (RRT) valid in the state of Georgia.

Certifications

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) required.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) required.
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) required.
• EFM (Electronic Fetal Monitoring) course required within a few months of hire (no re-certification required).

Health & Compliance

• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 12 months.
• Required immunizations or proof of immunity:

  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella (2 MMR vaccines or positive titer).
  • Varicella (2 vaccines or positive titer).
  • Hepatitis B surface antibody titer or signed declination.
  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap highly recommended but not required.
• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 60 days of start (includes amphetamines, benzodiazepines, barbiturates, cocaine, opiates, methadone, PCP, propoxyphene, THC).
• Flu vaccine or declination required during flu season (Nov 1 - Mar 31).

Background & Documentation

• Background check required within 30 days of start.
• Education verification required (degree related to specialty).
• Skills checklist within 12 months, updated annually.
• Work history verification of most recent employer required (can be pending at start with proof it is in process).
• Two clinical references required.
• Physical exam within 12 months of start.

Competency Exams

• Color Blind Testing required.
• Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam required (3 attempts allowed; failure results in cancellation).
• Medication/Pharmacology competency exam required.
• General competency exam required.

Facility Requirements

• Review and sign Code of Conduct and Dress/Professional Appearance Policy prior to start.
• Full compliance with all requirements necessary to start on time; delays in compliance may result in assignment push back.

Additional Notes

• CRT (Certified Respiratory Therapist) credentials are NOT accepted for this unit.
• Number of non-billable orientation hours depends on contract length (e.g., 8 hours for 8-week assignment).
• Locals accepted at same rate.
• Maximum time to respond to offer is 7 days.

This position offers a comprehensive respiratory care role in a high-acuity setting with a supportive team environment and clear expectations for licensure, certifications, and compliance.