Pediatric ICU Respiratory Therapist
Durham, North Carolina
Duke University Hospital

Job Opportunity: RRT PICU (Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics)

Location: Durham, North Carolina
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Day shift, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 AM – 7:30 PM)
Hours per Week: 36 hours

Job Description

• Must have at least 2 years of experience in NICU, pediatric critical care, pediatrics, and emergency department (ED) settings.
• Required to have Level IV NICU experience.
• Experience with High frequency jet ventilator, Oscillating ventilator, and managing pediatric cardiac anomalies is mandatory.
• Weekend work required: 6 weekend shifts per schedule (schedule published in 6-week blocks).
• Orientation sessions occur bi-weekly.
• First-time travelers are welcome.
• Local candidates within 75 miles are considered.

Requirements/Qualifications

• Valid Respiratory Therapist license in North Carolina
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Respiratory Therapist
• Respiratory Therapist experience within the last year
• Experience working with pediatric patients
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) – AHA only
• BLS (Basic Life Support) – AHA only
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) – AHA/AAP only
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) – AHA only

Required Certifications

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) – AHA only
• BLS (Basic Life Support) – AHA only
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) – AHA/AAP only
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) – AHA only

Licensure

• Must have a North Carolina RRT license (Respiratory Therapist Registered) in hand or be able to obtain it (processing takes 2-4 weeks).

Required Documents & Compliance

• Valid government-issued photo ID (e.g., driver’s license).
• Social Security Card (if used for I9 verification).
• Background checks including SSN trace, county, alias, nationwide, sex offender, international (if applicable), education verification, EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG, and OFAC sanctions list search.
• Education verification from an accredited Respiratory Care program.
• Physical exam within 12 months of start (latex allergy acceptable).
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 12 months (with specific documentation if history of positive PPD).
• Required immunizations/vaccinations with no exemptions accepted:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (every 10 years)
  • Measles (2 vaccines or positive titer)
  • Mumps (2 vaccines or positive titer)
  • Rubella (1 vaccine or positive titer)
  • Hepatitis B (titer, vaccine series, or declination)
  • Varicella (2 vaccines or positive titer)
  • Polio vaccine or signed attestation
  • Seasonal flu vaccine (required annually during flu season; no exemptions)
• Negative 10-panel drug test including THC within 30 days of start (instant tests not accepted).
• Two professional references from employment within the last 12 months, with at least one supervisor reference.
• Employment application and skills checklist (updated annually).

Additional Requirements

• Must set up a facility-specific Guest Account prior to clearance to access orientation and work systems.
• Competency exams and unit-specific training must be completed as part of orientation.
• Completion of required online modules prior to orientation.
• Compliance with facility-specific onboarding processes including submission of badge photo and documentation.

Schedule & Work Environment

• Day shifts only, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each.
• Weekend shifts required (6 per schedule).
• No on-call requirement.

Notes

• Candidates with less than a 30-day gap between previous assignments at this facility may have some document requirements waived or accepted on file.
• Candidates must be prepared to complete all required documentation and training within specified deadlines to avoid contract cancellation.

This position is ideal for experienced Respiratory Therapists with pediatric and NICU expertise seeking a travel contract in North Carolina.