Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Adult Critical Care, Emergency Department & Transport
Clinton, Maryland
MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital

Job Opportunity: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Location: Clinton, Maryland
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

Seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with experience in adult critical care, emergency department, and transport. This is a travel contract position with an ASAP start date.

Work Schedule

• 3 shifts per week, 1900-0730 (overnight)
• Every other weekend required

Required Qualifications

• Valid Respiratory Therapist license in Maryland
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Respiratory Therapist
• Respiratory Therapist experience within the last year

Experience

• 2 years of specialty experience required (Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics)
• Adult Critical Care, Emergency Department, and Transport experience required

Additional Requirements

• Criminal background check within 90 days of start, covering all locations lived/worked/schooled in past 7 years
• Drug screen within 90 days of start (excluding marijuana)
• Annual physical exam confirming ability to perform job duties without accommodations and free from communicable disease
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year; annual TB questionnaire required
• Immunization documentation including MMR, Hepatitis B, Varicella, Tdap, and seasonal flu vaccination or approved exemption
• N95 Fit Test within 9 months of start and updated annually (client may complete on-site if needed)
• Completion of facility-specific orientation modules prior to start
• Two positive supervisory references supporting at least 2 years of experience within the last 3 years
• Complete 7 years of work history with no gaps, including education, employment, license, and contact information

Certifications & Competencies

• ACLS and BLS certifications current and valid
• Medication/Pharmacology competency exam (passing score required)
• Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam (for applicable units)
• Other certifications as required by unit or specialty

Notes

• Locals within 60 miles may be considered at a different rate (not disclosed here)
• Background checks and attestations must be completed prior to start
• Facility-specific safety and compliance training required annually

This position is ideal for a respiratory therapist with solid critical care and transport experience looking for a travel contract opportunity in Maryland.