Respiratory Therapist - Neuro Diagnostics
Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg

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

Location: Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks (approximately 3 months)
Facility Type: Acute care, Level 2 trauma center

Job Summary

• Position for a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) specializing in Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics.
• Work in an acute care setting at a level 2 trauma center.

Required Qualifications

Licensure

• Must hold a current, valid Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) license.

Experience

• Specialty: Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics.
• Required years of experience: Not explicitly stated, but default to the higher standard for RRT roles (typically 1+ years).
• No explicit requirement for prior travel experience mentioned.

Certifications

• BLS (Basic Life Support): Required for all clinical staff. Must be AHA certified (ARC may be acceptable with approval).
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support): Required for RRTs unless working only in NICU. Must be AHA certified.
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support): Required if working in pediatric areas or pediatric ER.
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program): Required if working in L&D or NICU.
• Other certifications: National certification/verification as applicable by profession and state.

Competency Exams

• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam: Required for all RRT candidates.
• Dysrhythmia/EKG Competency Exam: Required within 12 months of start for all RNs & LVNs; may be applicable depending on unit.
• Pass/Fail Testing (EKG/Medication): Required for all RNs & LVNs except certain specialties; verify if applicable.

Background and Screening Requirements

• Comprehensive background checks including SSN trace, criminal searches, sex offender search, education verification, and state-specific searches.
• Pennsylvania Department of Human Services fingerprint results required within 90 days of start.
• Child Abuse Search required within 90 days of start.
• Drug Testing: Negative 10-panel drug screen within 60 days of start (9-panel without THC also acceptable).
• Physical Exam: Physician statement within 2 months of start.
• Immunizations and Titers:

  • TDAP vaccine within 10 years.
  • Negative TB test or chest x-ray as per guidelines.
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR) titers or vaccines.
  • Hepatitis B: Positive antibody titer or completed vaccine series required.
  • Varicella: Positive titer or vaccines required.
  • COVID-19 vaccination or signed declination with facility-specific form.
  • Seasonal Flu vaccination required unless declination accepted under specific conditions.
• Respirator Safety Clearance: Required annually for respirator use starting 04/07/2025.

Additional Requirements

• References: Minimum of 2 professional references from employment within the last 12 months.
• Employment Application: Complete 7 years of work history with explanations for gaps over 90 days.
• Education Verification: Must be completed for highest level of education relative to specialty.
• Fit Test Questionnaire: Required for all candidates prior to start.
• Badge Photo: Required for new candidates starting 3/31/2025 and onward.
• Signed Acknowledgments: Orientation Safety Manual, Pass/Fail Testing acknowledgment, and other facility-specific documents.

Notes

• This position does not explicitly require prior travel experience.
• All certifications must be current and from approved organizations (AHA preferred).
• Some certifications and requirements depend on the specific unit assignment (e.g., ER, NICU, Pediatric).
• Candidates must comply with all state-specific and facility-specific credentialing and screening processes.

This summary provides the key information relevant to healthcare recruiters and respiratory therapists considering this travel contract opportunity.