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Job Opportunity: Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics (Travel/Contract)

Location: Vallejo, California
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Required Qualifications

California Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) license
Certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP
EPIC experience
Minimum 2 years of experience in Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics specialty

Job Responsibilities

Administer medications and treatments; evaluate patient outcomes
Assess patients for appropriate treatment types and frequency
Develop, implement, and coordinate care plans based on diagnosis
Educate patients and families on prevention and management of cardiopulmonary diseases
Monitor, record, and communicate patient conditions
Perform all respiratory care modalities and routine diagnostic modalities
Respond to emergency resuscitation team calls (Code Blue/Rapid Response)

Education

Graduate of a Respiratory Care Program accredited by the Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) or equivalent education/experience
Equivalent experience accepted in lieu of degree or diploma

Certifications & Licensure Requirements

Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license
Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) within 180 days of hire
Neonatal Resuscitation Provider (NRP) within 180 days of hire
Intubation Certification as required by department within certification timeframe

Preferred Experience

Acute care clinical experience in Respiratory Care
Training in arterial puncture and blood gas analysis
Experience performing EKGs is desired

Skills and Knowledge

Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, chemistry, and physics
Familiarity with bedside pulmonary function testing, mechanics, and equipment
Knowledge of arterial puncture, blood gas analysis, equipment, and quality control
Understanding of JCAHO and CAP accreditation standards
Critical thinking, decisive judgment, and ability to work independently
Ability to work in fast-paced, challenging environments and respond appropriately in emergencies
Proficient in English (reading, writing, comprehension)

Background and Compliance Requirements

7-year background check including SSN trace, county searches, sex offender search, education verification, and FACIS Level 3 screening
Annual updates required for EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG, and FACIS screenings
Drug screening: Negative 9-panel drug screen within 6 months of start (excluding marijuana/cannabinoids due to CA law)
Physical exam within 1 year of start
Fit mask test within 1 year of start, renewed annually
Immunizations and titers required:
- Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
- Negative TB test or chest x-ray (annual renewal)
- Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR) immunity or vaccination
- Hepatitis B vaccination or declination
- Varicella immunity or vaccination
- Seasonal flu vaccination during flu season (Nov-April) or signed declination
Respiratory Safety clearance prior to start, renewed annually
TB Screening Questionnaire within 90 days of start, renewed annually

Documentation and Verification

Full 7 years of work history with no gaps over 30 days, verified by agency
Unit-specific skills checklist, renewed annually
Education verification and official transcripts/diplomas as needed
Professional license verification within 30 days of start
References: 2 professional references required for clinical/allied/per diem acute care candidates

Additional Notes

Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this position.
Candidate must be able to respond to emergency situations and work independently.
Must be able to complete required certifications within specified timeframes after hire.
Candidate must review and sign facility-specific documents and policies prior to start.

This position offers an opportunity to work in a reputable healthcare system in California with a focus on respiratory and neuro diagnostic care in an acute care setting.