Registered Respiratory Therapist - Pediatrics
Memphis, Tennessee
Le Bonheur Children's Hospital

Job Opportunity: RRT Pediatrics

Location: Memphis, Tennessee
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Nights (schedule to be discussed during interview)
Start Date: ASAP

Job Description

• Provide respiratory therapy services specializing in pediatrics.
• Work primarily night shifts.
• Weekend work as needed; weekend block scheduling may be considered.
• Local candidates within 100 miles are not accepted.
• Prior travel experience is required; first-time travelers will not be accepted.

Required Experience & Qualifications

• Valid Respiratory Therapist license in Tennessee.
• Minimum 1 year of recent respiratory therapist experience.
• One completed travel assignment.
• Experience working with pediatric patients.
• Pediatric respiratory therapist experience.

Certifications Required

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) – AHA or ARC only.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) – AHA or ARC only.
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) – AHA or ARC only.
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) – AAP only; required for NICU and newborn care.

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• Background check within 60 days of start, including statewide, county, federal, and education verification.
• Drug test: Negative 10-panel within 30 days of start.
• Physical exam attesting ability to meet job demands within 1 year of start.
• Fit test for 3M N-95 masks within 1 year of start.
• Immunizations and proof of immunity or vaccination for:

  • Measles (Rubeola)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Varicella
  • Hepatitis B
  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (required for this pediatric role)
• Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required during flu season (Oct 1 – Apr 30).
• Two recent professional references required.
• Skills checklist and internal evaluations as applicable.

Additional Notes

• Pending licenses are not accepted.
• All Return to Office (RTO) requests must be submitted with the initial application.
• Dress code: Navy blue scrubs for RRTs; no prints or embroidered scrubs allowed.
• Photo for badge must meet strict guidelines (passport-style, no hats, no glasses glare, recent within 6 months).
• Confidentiality acknowledgment and other facility-specific documents must be signed prior to start.

This position is ideal for experienced pediatric respiratory therapists with prior travel contract experience seeking a night shift travel assignment in Tennessee.