ECMO Respiratory Therapist
Ann Arbor, Michigan
C.S. Mott Children's Hospital

Job Opportunity: Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics Specialist (RRT)

Location: Ann Arbor, Michigan
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Work in a large volume pediatric and adult ECMO program.
• Focus on stable pediatric ECMO patients.
• Patient population includes congenital heart disease, congenital diaphragms hernias, and respiratory failure.
• Rotating day and night shifts.
• Occasional 1:1 patient ratios; pediatric circuits may be 1:2; adult patients 1:3 with remote monitoring.
• Weekend requirement: 2 weekends per 4-week scheduling period.
• No call or float responsibilities.

Requirements/Qualifications

• Valid Respiratory Therapist license in Michigan
• Minimum 1 year of Respiratory Therapist experience within the last year
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Experience with Epic electronic health record system

Required Certifications & Licenses

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) license.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (AHA only; no certificates of completion).
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification (AHA only; no certificates of completion).
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification (AHA only; required for pediatric units; no certificates of completion).
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification as applicable (AHA only; no certificates of completion).
• Flu shot required annually with no exemptions allowed.

Additional Requirements

• EPIC electronic health record experience required.
• ECMO experience required.
• Two professional references required from managers or supervisors (Charge RN references not accepted).
• Flu vaccination is mandatory with strict deadlines; no medical or religious exemptions.
• Background checks including 7-year history, EPLS/GSA/SAM, and HHS/OIG required.
• Physical exam within 1 year of start.
• Fit mask test within 1 year of start (N95 or equivalent).
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year; if past positive, clear chest X-ray within 5 years and annual TB questionnaire.
• Drug screening: Negative 10-panel drug screen within 30 days of start (instant drug screens not accepted).
• Various facility-specific documents and attestations must be reviewed and signed prior to start.
• Pass/fail competency testing (EKG/medication) required upon orientation.

Work Environment

• Pediatric and adult ECMO patients in a high-acuity setting.
• Rotating shifts with weekend coverage.
• Patient ratios vary depending on patient acuity and monitoring model.

Important Notes

• No call or float duties.
• Strict compliance with vaccination and health screening policies.
• Professional references must be from direct supervisors or managers.
• Candidates must be prepared for competency testing during orientation.

This position is ideal for experienced RRTs with ECMO expertise seeking a pediatric-focused travel contract in a high-volume, academic medical center environment.