Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Neuro Diagnostics
Greenville, South Carolina
Greenville Memorial Hospital

Job Opportunity: Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Location: Greenville, South Carolina
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

Seeking a Respiratory Therapist with at least 2 years of experience, specializing in Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics. The position involves working primarily with adult and geriatric patient populations in critical care settings.

Work Schedule

• Shift: 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
• Floating: May be required to float to other units or campuses where qualified and competent

Required Experience & Skills

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
• Trauma Level 1 experience required
• Proficient in Adult Critical Care
• Skilled in extubation, nasal and oral airway placement, suctioning, pulmonary hygiene, sputum specimen collection, and tracheostomy care
• Experienced in administering respiratory medications including albuterol, Atrovent, combivent, flovent, inhaled steroids, lidocaine, pulmicort, racemic epinephrine, spiriva, terbutaline sulfate, tobramycin, xopenex, and others
• Competent in delivering medication via aerosol setup mask, trach, Medihaler, and Metered Dose Inhaler
• Experience with handheld, T-piece, and trach collar nebulizers
• Skilled in high flow nasal cannula and trach collar oxygen therapy
• Knowledgeable in BiPaP, CPAP, troubleshooting high pressure alarms, and weaning from mechanical ventilation
• Must have at least 1 year of experience with EPIC charting system

Licensure & Certifications

• Active Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) license for South Carolina required (no pending licenses accepted)
• Required Certifications:

  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) – AHA or ARC only
  • BLS (Basic Life Support) – AHA or ARC only

Additional Requirements

• Accepts first-time travelers (no prior travel experience required)
• Must comply with facility call-off policy (allowed 1 call-off shift per 2 weeks)
• Must submit all scheduling requests at time of submission for approval
• Must carry a valid driver’s license for computer access setup and while on duty
• Floating to other units as needed, limited to qualified areas

Patient Population

• Adults and Geriatrics

Compliance & Documentation

Candidates must provide and maintain the following:

• Proof of identity and eligibility to work (I9, Driver’s License/State ID)
• Background checks including 7-year history and various federal/state screenings
• Education verification and licensure primary source verification
• Physical exam within 1 year attesting ability to meet physical demands
• Immunizations and health documents including TB test, flu vaccine or exemption, Hepatitis B, MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and drug screening
• Annual competencies and training including medication/pharmacology competency exam, core safety training, and any required unit-specific certifications
• Badge photo meeting facility standards
• Completion of required online orientation modules and pass/fail testing prior to start

Requirements / Qualifications

• Valid Registered Respiratory Therapist license in South Carolina
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Respiratory Therapist, including experience within the last year
• Current ACLS certification (AHA or ARC)
• Current BLS certification (AHA or ARC)
• Experience working with adult patients
• Experience working with Level 1 Trauma patients
• Experience with handheld nebulizers and trach collar nebulizers
• Skilled in high-flow nasal cannula therapy
• Proficient in BiPAP and CPAP use
• Ability to troubleshoot high pressure alarms
• Experience with EPIC charting system

Notes

• The facility prioritizes keeping staff in their home unit but requires agency staff to float as needed.
• Candidates must be prepared to complete online modules and pass required testing before starting.
• All certifications must be current and cannot expire within 30 days of the assignment start date.
• The position requires compliance with all facility-specific policies and documentation requirements.

This opportunity is ideal for Respiratory Therapists looking for a travel contract in a critical care environment with a reputable healthcare system in South Carolina.