Respiratory Therapist – Adult Critical Care, ED & Transport
Clinton, Maryland
MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital

Job Opportunity: Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Location: Clinton, Maryland
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

Seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RRT or CRT) with experience in adult critical care, emergency department (ED), and transport. This is a travel contract position with an ASAP start date.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Respiratory Therapist license in Maryland
• Minimum 2 years of Respiratory Therapist experience, including experience within the last year
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certification
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification
• Experience working with adult patients
• Adult critical care experience
• Emergency Department (ED) experience
• Transport experience

Additional Requirements

• Criminal background check within 90 days of start, including all locations lived/worked/schooled in past 7 years.
• Drug screen within 90 days of start (does not include marijuana).
• Annual physical exam confirming ability to perform work without accommodations and free from communicable disease.
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year; annual TB questionnaire required.
• Immunization documentation including MMR, Hepatitis B, Varicella, Tdap, and seasonal flu vaccination or approved exemption.
• N95 fit test within 9 months of start, updated annually.
• Completion of facility-specific orientation modules prior to start.
• Two positive supervisory references supporting at least 2 years of experience within the last 3 years.
• Complete 7 years of work history with no gaps, including education, employment, license, and contact information.
• Competency exams and medication/pharmacology tests as required.

Notes

• Locals within 60 miles may be considered at a different rate.
• Valid driver's license required if driving is an essential job function.
• This position requires working overnight shifts and some weekend coverage.
• Candidates must be prepared to complete all required documentation and verifications prior to start.

This opportunity is ideal for experienced Respiratory Therapists looking for a travel contract in Maryland with a focus on critical care and transport.