Respiratory Therapist (Neuro Diagnostics)
Paramus, New Jersey
The Valley Hospital

Job Opportunity: Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics - Paramus, New Jersey

Position Details

• Specialty: Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics
• Location: Paramus, New Jersey
• Employment Type: Travel/Contract
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Shift: Every other weekend

Job Description

• Administer all forms of Respiratory Therapy
• Participate in consultations regarding therapy
• Maintain respiratory equipment
• Enforce safety standards
• Keep departmental records

Required Licenses and Certifications

• NBRC (National Board for Respiratory Care)
• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• NJ State License (can submit pending, but processing takes 4-6 weeks)

Experience Requirements

• Specialty years of experience: Not explicitly stated; assume minimum standard for Respiratory Therapists (typically 1-2 years). No higher requirement specified.
• Prior travel experience: Not required (no explicit mention of prior travel experience needed)

Required Documentation and Compliance

• I-9 verification and E-Verify
• Education verification (diploma acceptable as placeholder if pending)
• 7-year background check (including national and state checks, sex offender, OIG, SAM.gov)
• Physical exam within 72 hours of contract signing (must state good health and no physical limitations)
• Fit mask test within 72 hours of contract signing (N95 or equivalent required)
• Immunizations and health screenings within 72 hours of contract signing:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (preferred, not required)
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray
  • Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Rubella (proof of 2 MMR vaccinations or positive titer)
  • Hepatitis B surface antibody or declination
  • Varicella (proof of 2 vaccinations or positive titer)
  • Flu vaccination (mandatory for the season, no declinations accepted)
  • COVID-19 vaccination series with booster (no declinations or partial series)
• Negative 9-panel drug test within 72 hours of contract signing (no pending or rapid tests accepted)
• Pass/fail competency testing onsite (medication, telemetry, EKG as applicable)
• Core competency exams (Parts I, II, III) with 80% passing score, updated annually
• Orientation safety manual acknowledgement
• Skills checklist specific to unit
• Employment verification for last 7 years (no attestations accepted)
• Two professional references (one supervisory within last 12 months, one professional within last 3 years)

Additional Notes

• Candidates must provide copies of all certifications at submission.
• All license verifications must be run within 30 days prior to start.
• Temporary or emergency licenses are generally not accepted unless approved.
• Pass/fail testing is required for all RN specialties and certain tech roles.
• Core competency exams cover topics such as OSHA, HIPAA, infection control, patient safety, ethics, and more.
• Candidates must complete a facility-specific self-learning module and post-test with a 100% score prior to start.
• Fit testing is required annually for Aya candidates.
• Background checks must be completed within 6 months of start date.
• Employment verification must be completed at least 2 Fridays prior to start date; candidates cannot start with pending verifications.

This position is suitable for respiratory therapists with the required certifications and licensure, who are comfortable working every other weekend and meeting comprehensive compliance and health requirements.