Travel Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
Washington, District of Columbia
Medstar Washington Hospital Center

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

Location: Washington, District of Columbia
Contract Length: 13 weeks (approximately 3 months)
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Shift: 1900-0730 (Night Shift)
Schedule: Every other weekend required
Call/Float: No call or float requirement

Job Summary

• Position for Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)
• Locals within 60 miles accepted at a lower rate
• First-time travelers accepted

Required Qualifications

• Valid Respiratory Therapist license in District of Columbia
• Minimum 2 years of Respiratory Therapist experience, including experience within the last year
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification

Work Requirements

• Every other weekend coverage required
• No call or float duties

Health and Compliance Requirements

• Annual physical exam confirming ability to work without accommodations and free from communicable disease
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within the past year, with annual updates as required
• Required immunizations or proof of immunity:

  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella (2 MMR vaccines or positive titer)
  • Hepatitis B (titer, series, or signed declination)
  • Varicella (2 vaccines or positive titer)
  • Tdap vaccine within the last 10 years preferred
• Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required during flu season
• Drug screening within 90 days of start, updated annually (excluding marijuana)

Background and Documentation

• Criminal background check within 90 days of start, covering all locations lived/worked/schooled in past 7 years
• Education verification for highest degree required by position
• Employment history verification with at least 2 years of experience in the past 7 years
• Two positive supervisory references supporting at least 2 years of experience in the last 3 years
• Complete 7 years of work history with no gaps, including education, employment, license, and contact information
• Valid driver's license if driving is an essential job function

Additional Notes

• Orientation and facility-specific modules must be completed prior to start
• Competency exams and other certifications may be required based on unit assignment (not specified for this role)

This position offers a stable travel contract opportunity for experienced Respiratory Therapists with a clear schedule and no float or call requirements.