Respiratory Therapist - PICU
Indianapolis, Indiana
Riley Hospital for Children

Job Opportunity: Respiratory Therapist - PICU

Location: Indianapolis, Indiana
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

Seeking a Respiratory Therapist with Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) experience for a travel contract position. The role primarily involves working in Labor & Delivery (L&D), PICU, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), or Pediatrics units with possible floating among these areas based on facility needs.

Schedule

• 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (Friday through Sunday)
• Every weekend work required

Required Qualifications

• Valid Respiratory Therapist license in Indiana
• Minimum 2 years of Respiratory Therapist experience
• Respiratory Therapist experience within the last year
• ACLS certification
• BLS certification
• Experience working with Pediatric patients
• Labor & Delivery (L&D) experience
• Minimum 2 years PICU experience
• Minimum 3 years Children's hospital experience within the last 3 years

Important Notes

• Indiana RN travel restrictions effective 11/30/24 do not apply to Respiratory Therapists.
• Floating to other hospital locations may occur.
• Candidates must confirm comfort with every weekend work requirement before submission.

Required Documentation & Compliance

• Valid Driver’s License or Passport (clear copy)
• Background checks including 7-year history, national sex offender registry, and others as required
• Education verification and official transcripts/diplomas
• Physical exam within 12 months of start date
• Fit mask test within 12 months (specific respirators approved)
• Immunizations and titers:

  • TB test within 1 year
  • Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Rubella: positive titer or 2 vaccines required (no declinations accepted)
  • Varicella: positive titer or 2 vaccines required (no declinations accepted)
  • Hepatitis B series, titer, or signed declination required
  • Seasonal Flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required
• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 12 months
• Competency exams including medication/pharmacology and unit-specific competency
• Completion of mandatory facility-specific orientation modules prior to start (21 modules for RRTs)
• Minimum of 2 professional references from recent employment (within 2 years), with appropriate supervisory titles
• Current employment application with full work history and explanations for gaps over 30 days

Additional Certifications (as applicable)

• Chemotherapy certification
• Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC)
• Electronic Fetal Monitoring (EFM)
• NIH Stroke Certification

Summary

This is a travel Respiratory Therapist position focused on pediatric critical care with a strong emphasis on L&D, PICU, and NICU experience. Candidates must hold an Indiana Respiratory Therapist license and meet multiple certification and immunization requirements. The role requires weekend availability and flexibility to float between related pediatric units.

This job description is intended for healthcare recruiters and professionals considering this opportunity.