Registered Respiratory Therapist (NICU/Neuro Diagnostics)
Fayetteville, Georgia
Piedmont Fayette Hospital

Job Opportunity: Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics - Travel/Contract

Location: Fayetteville, Georgia
Specialty: Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 16 weeks

Unit Details

• Weekend Schedule: Every other weekend
• Call: None
• Floating: Within facility/scope of practice as needed
• Minimum Experience: 1 year (first-time travelers accepted)
• Required Certification: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) only (CRT not accepted)

Work Expectations

• Return to Office (RTO): Maximum 7 days
• Holiday Work:

  • If 1 major holiday falls during assignment, traveler expected to work it
  • If 2 major holidays fall, traveler expected to work both
  • If 3 major holidays fall, traveler expected to work 2 of them
• Major Holidays Include:
  Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving/Black Friday, Christmas Eve/Day, New Year's Eve/Day

Compliance & Orientation

• Full compliance required to start on time
• Non-compliance results in a 2-week delay due to bi-weekly orientation schedule
• Orientation hours vary by contract length (e.g., 8 hours for 8-week assignment)

Certifications & Licenses Required

• RRT (Registered Respiratory Therapist) - Required
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support): Required for RRTs
• BLS (Basic Life Support): Required
• State License: Must be licensed by the State of Georgia
• Other Certifications:

  • PALS, NRP, NIH Stroke Certification, EFM, Tech Cert Verification as applicable (refer to specialty requirements)

Background & Health Requirements

• Background Check: Must be completed within 30 days prior to start
• Education Verification: Required; can be pending at start with proof it is in process (due within 30 days post start)
• Physical Exam: Required within 1 year of start
• Drug Testing: Negative 10-panel drug screen within 30 days of start; cannot start with results pending
• TB Testing: Negative TB test or chest x-ray within 12 months; TB questionnaire required annually
• Immunizations:

  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella: 2 MMR vaccines or positive titer
  • Varicella: 2 vaccines or positive titer
  • Hepatitis B: Series, titer, or signed declination
  • Flu Vaccine or Declination required during flu season (Nov 1 - Mar 31)

Competency Exams

• Medication/Pharmacology competency exam (for RNs and LVNs)
• Color Blind Testing (all candidates)
• Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam (if applicable)

Additional Requirements

• References: 2 clinical references required
• Skills Checklist: Updated within last 12 months
• Work History Verification: Verification of most recent employer required; can be pending at start with proof it is in process

Notes

• Locals accepted at the same rate
• Clinical screening required to determine fit before manager approval
• Some facility-specific documents and policies must be reviewed and signed prior to start

This position offers an opportunity to work in a supportive environment with clear expectations for certifications, compliance, and clinical competencies. Ideal for RRTs with at least one year of experience looking for a travel contract in Georgia.