Respiratory Therapist - Neuro Diagnostics
Augusta, Georgia
University Hospital

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

Location: Augusta, Georgia
Specialty: Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 12 weeks

Required Experience

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Respiratory Therapist (RRT).
• 1st time travelers are accepted.
• Prior travel experience: Not explicitly required.

Patient Population

• Neonates
• Adults
• Geriatrics

Required Certifications and Licenses

• License: Must be licensed as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the State of Georgia.
• Certifications:

  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
  • RRT or minimum of CRTT (Certified Respiratory Therapy Technician) with critical care skills and 5+ years experience as a therapist
• Additional certifications may be required or preferred based on specialty and unit (e.g., NRP for neonates).

Skills and Competencies

• ABG (Arterial Blood Gas) Interpretation
• CPAP/Nasal CPAP/BiPAP management
• Flow-by oxygen delivery
• Troubleshooting high pressure alarms
• Weaning from mechanical ventilation
• Trach collar management
• High flow nasal cannula use
• Airway management

Work Environment and Schedule

• Electronic Medical Record system: Epic (required)
• Other systems: Pyxis
• Scrub color: Pewter gray
• Return to Office (RTO) maximum: 7 days
• RTO blackout dates: Spring Break (April 4th-12th)
• Weekend shifts: Every other weekend
• Floating: Yes, within facility and possibly to an additional nearby campus (within 3 miles)
• Call: None
• Holidays: Expected to work major holidays if they fall during assignment (Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving/Black Friday, Christmas Eve/Day, New Year’s Eve/Day)

Compliance and Orientation

• Full compliance required to start on time; delays in compliance may result in a 2-week pushback due to bi-weekly orientation schedules.
• Orientation hours vary based on contract length (e.g., 8 hours for 8-week assignment).

Health and Background Requirements

• Background check required within 30 days of start, including education verification.
• Physical exam within 12 months of start.
• Negative TB test or chest x-ray within 12 months; TB questionnaire required annually.
• Immunizations/vaccinations required or proof of immunity:

  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella (2 MMR vaccines or positive titer)
  • Varicella (2 vaccines or positive titer)
  • Hepatitis B series or signed declination
  • Seasonal flu vaccine or declination (strongly encouraged during flu season)
• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 30 days of start.

Additional Requirements

• Skills checklist updated within 12 months.
• Verification of most recent work history required (can be pending at start with proof it is in process).
• Two clinical references required.
• Competency exams may be required (e.g., medication test, dysrhythmia/EKG competency).
• Color blindness testing required.

This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic respiratory/neuro diagnostics environment with a diverse patient population and requires strong clinical skills and certifications.