Respiratory Therapist - NICU/PICU/CVICU
Cleveland, Ohio
The Cleveland Clinic

Job Opportunity: Respiratory Therapist (RRT-NICU)

Location: Cleveland, Ohio
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 12 weeks

Job Description

• Work as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) in NICU, PICU, and CVICU settings with pediatric patients.
• May float to various NICU and pediatric rehab units.
• Schedule options: 3x12-hour or 4x12-hour shifts.
• High-level care experience required in Pediatrics, PICU, and NICU (Level 4).

Required Qualifications

• Valid Respiratory Therapist license in Ohio.
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Respiratory Therapist, including at least 2 years of experience in RRT-NICU.
• Respiratory Therapist experience within the last year.
• Experience working with pediatric patients, including Pediatric (PEDS), Pediatric ICU (PICU), and Neonatal ICU (NICU) at a high level of care (Level 4).
• Certifications required:

  • NBRC (National Board for Respiratory Care) credential.
  • BLS (Basic Life Support).
  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support).
  • NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program).

Compliance and Onboarding Requirements

• Criminal background check (FCRA compliant 7-year search) required prior to start and must be updated for breaks in service over 2 months.
• FBI and state fingerprinting required within 12 months of start; onsite fingerprinting required for pediatric assignments.
• Pre-employment physical exam within 1 year of start, including capability assessment to perform essential job functions.
• Fit mask testing (N95 or equivalent) within 12 months of start, updated annually.
• Negative TB test (2-step PPD or equivalent) within 6 months of start, renewed annually. Chest X-ray required if prior positive TB test.
• Immunization or titer proof required for: Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Hepatitis B.
• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 12 months of start, updated annually.
• Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required during flu season (Oct 31 - Mar 31).
• Completion of facility-specific online training modules prior to start (approximately 4-5 hours).
• Two recent satisfactory pre-employment references required.
• Employment application must include at least 3 years of prior work history, with 2 years in acute care and similar clinical area.
• Unit-specific skills checklist and competency exams must be completed and updated annually.

Additional Information

• All required certifications and work history must be submitted at time of application.
• Fingerprinting and background checks must be completed promptly to avoid delays in onboarding.
• Candidates working with pediatric patients will complete fingerprinting onsite as part of orientation.
• Must carry a valid government-issued photo ID while on assignment.

Prior Travel Experience

• No explicit prior travel experience requirement stated.

This position is ideal for experienced Respiratory Therapists with pediatric critical care expertise seeking a travel contract in Ohio.