Registered Respiratory Therapist - Pediatric Neuro Diagnostics
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 per week, 12-hour night shifts (7:00 PM - 7:30 AM)
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
• On-call: No
• Floating: May float within scope depending on experience
• First-time travelers: Accepted

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Respiratory Therapist license in South Carolina
• Minimum 2 years of Respiratory Therapist experience, including experience within the last year
• Experience working with Pediatric, Neonate, and Infant patients
• Pediatric Respiratory Therapist experience

Schedule & Work Environment

• Night shifts, 3 per week
• Holiday rotation included
• Facility allows calling off 1 shift per 2 weeks
• Teaching hospital with Magnet status and Level 1 Trauma center
• Total staffed beds: 865
• Charting system: Epic

Important Notes

• Radius Rule: 60 miles; local candidates considered on a case-by-case basis
• Pending State License: Must have SC RRT license in hand before starting
• Hurricane Season: June through November; travelers may be assigned to emergency response teams during this period
• Block Scheduling: Possible with prior approval (not guaranteed)

Required Documentation & Compliance

• Proof of work eligibility (I-9) and valid 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
• Physical exam updated annually, attesting ability to meet job demands
• Fit test for N95 mask within 90 days, renewed annually
• Immunizations and titers:

  • Tdap within 10 years or declination form
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella (positive titer or vaccination)
  • Varicella (positive titer or vaccination)
  • Hepatitis B (titer, vaccine series, or declination)
• Negative TB test (T-spot or Q-Gold) within 90 days or chest x-ray if previously positive
• Flu vaccine or medical/religious exemption required during flu season
• Color blindness test prior to start
• Medication and competency exams as applicable
• Clear, passport-style photo for badge

Additional Requirements

• References: Proof of 2 clinical references or hospital evaluations
• Employment history verification for last 3 clinical employers
• Radiation badge may be required depending on unit (not typical for Respiratory Therapy)
• Facility-specific orientation modules must be completed before starting
• COVID-19 vaccination is highly preferred; if declined, a vaccination declination form is required

Summary

This is a travel contract opportunity for a Registered Respiratory Therapist with pediatric experience, working night shifts in a large teaching hospital in South Carolina. The position requires specific pediatric certifications and a South Carolina RRT license at start. The role includes weekend and holiday rotations, with potential floating duties based on experience. Compliance with extensive health, background, and credentialing requirements is mandatory prior to assignment start.