Registered Respiratory Therapist – Pediatrics
Charleston, South Carolina
Medical University of South Carolina - Children's Hospital

Job Opportunity: RRT Pediatrics

Location: Charleston, South Carolina
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Position Details

• Specialty: Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics
• Shift: 3 shifts of 12 hours (7:00 AM - 7:30 PM)
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
• On-call: No
• Floating: May float within scope depending on experience
• First-time Travelers: Accepted

Required Experience & Qualifications

• Valid Registered Respiratory Therapist license in South Carolina
• Minimum 1 year of Respiratory Therapist experience within the last year
• Experience working with Pediatric, Neonate, and Infant patients
• Pediatric Respiratory Therapist experience

Schedule & Work Conditions

• Holiday rotation included
• Facility may call off 1 shift every 2 weeks
• Radius rule: 60 miles
• Locals may be accepted on a case-by-case basis

Facility Highlights

• Teaching hospital with Magnet designation
• Level 1 Trauma center
• Total staffed beds: 865
• Charting system: Epic

Important Notes

• Hurricane season runs June through November; travelers may be assigned to emergency response teams during this time
• Open to block scheduling with prior approval (not guaranteed)

Required Documentation & Compliance

• Proof of work eligibility (I-9)
• Copy of Driver’s License/State ID
• Social Security Card or SSN verification
• Background checks including criminal, sex offender registry, and employment verification for the past 7 years
• Education verification or diploma/transcripts as placeholder
• Drug screening (10-panel) within 90 days of start
• Annual TB test or chest X-ray (T-spot or Q-Gold within 90 days)
• Immunizations and titers:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years or declination form)
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella (positive titer or vaccination series)
  • Varicella (positive titer or vaccination series)
  • Hepatitis B (titer, vaccine series, or declination)
• Flu vaccination or medical/religious exemption required during flu season
• COVID vaccination highly preferred; declination form required if not vaccinated
• Fit test for N95 mask within 90 days prior to start, renewed annually
• Color blindness test required prior to start
• Medication/pharmacology competency exam required
• Competency exam required
• Clear, passport-style photo for badge (frontal view, business casual attire)
• Radiation badge may be required depending on unit assignment

Certifications & Competencies

• ACLS certification is not required for pediatric units
• BLS certification required for all clinical candidates
• PALS required for all pediatric units except Pediatric OR (preferred for Pediatric OR)
• NRP certification must be through AHA/AAP with full eCard and QR code
• TNCC not required for ER RNs
• Electronic Fetal Monitoring (EFM) not applicable for this role

Additional Requirements

• Physical exam updated annually attesting ability to meet job demands
• Sterile Processing Techs have additional specific requirements (not applicable for this role)
• References: Proof of 2 clinical references or hospital evaluations
• Employment application must include all PTO, contract assignments, agency names, and no unaccounted gaps
• Work history verification of last 3 clinical employers required

Summary

This is a travel contract opportunity for a Registered Respiratory Therapist specializing in pediatrics, neonates, and infants. The position requires a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience, current South Carolina RRT licensure, and certifications including BLS, PALS, and NRP. The role involves 12-hour shifts with weekend rotation and no on-call duties. The facility is a large teaching hospital with Magnet status and a Level 1 Trauma center. Compliance with extensive documentation, immunizations, and competency requirements is mandatory. Prior travel experience is not explicitly required.