Certified Respiratory Therapist – Neuro Diagnostics
Metairie, Louisiana
East Jefferson General Hospital

Job Opportunity: Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)

Location: Metairie, Louisiana
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

Seeking a Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with experience in Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics. First-time travelers are accepted. Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) experience is preferred.

Work Schedule

• 36 hours per week
• Every other weekend and holidays

Required Qualifications

• Valid Respiratory Therapist license in Louisiana
• Minimum of 2 years of Respiratory Therapist experience, including experience within the last year
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Experience with Epic electronic health record system

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification required; travelers may start with NRP pending
• NICU experience preferred

Appearance

• Blue scrubs required

Compliance and Documentation Requirements

• Background check within 6 months covering all locations lived/worked/schooled in the past 7 years
• Government-issued photo ID matching candidate documentation
• Employment eligibility verification
• Drug screening within 30 days of start date
• Immunizations and health documents including:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray (recent within 3 months)
  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) vaccination or positive titer
  • Hepatitis B series, titer, or declination
  • Varicella vaccination or positive titer
  • Seasonal flu vaccination or approved exemption/declination (required Oct 1 – March 31)
• Annual competency exams and certifications as applicable

Notes

• Prior travel experience is not required
• Must be able to work holidays and every other weekend
• Candidates must comply with all facility-specific policies and documentation requirements prior to start

This position is ideal for respiratory therapists seeking a travel contract opportunity with a reputable healthcare provider in Louisiana.