Registered Respiratory Therapist - Neuro Diagnostics
Spokane, Washington
Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center and Children's Hospital

Job Opportunity: Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics (Travel/Contract)

Location: Spokane, Washington
Facility Type: Short Term Acute Care / Level II Trauma Center / Level II Pediatric Trauma Center
Beds: 629
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Specialty: Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics (RRT)
• Experience Required: Minimum 2 years in specialty (higher value default)
• Prior Travel Experience: Not explicitly required
• Floating: Yes, position floats between units
• On-Call: No
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
• Block Schedules: Yes
• Patient Ratios: Depend on acuity
• Special Requirements: Floor care, Emergency Department, General Pediatrics
• 48 Hours Approved: Yes

Facility Highlights

• Teaching hospital
• Uses Epic for charting
• No parking fee

Certifications Required

• ACLS (AHA Instructor, Provider, or RQI; or Canadian Heart & Stroke Foundation)
• BLS (AHA Instructor, Provider, or RQI; or Canadian Heart & Stroke Foundation)
• PALS (AHA Instructor, Provider, or RQI; or Canadian Heart & Stroke Foundation)
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)
• Chemotherapy Certification (if applicable)
• Electronic Fetal Monitoring (EFM) (if applicable)
• State License (valid professional license required)
• NURSYS Verification (for RNs)
• IV Certification (if applicable)
• Management of Assaultive Behavior (MAB) (if applicable)
• NIH Stroke Certification (required every 2 years)
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) (if applicable)

Note: Certification requirements may vary based on unit and specialty; verify with clinical tracks if unclear.

Competencies

• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam (as applicable)
• Competency Exams relevant to specialty
• Color Blind Testing (if specifically requested)
• Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring Assessment or valid EFM certification for L&D RNs

Health Requirements

• Physical Exam within 1 year of start (signed by MD, NP, PA, or DO)
• Fit Mask test (annual, travel only)
• Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccine within 10 years (declination accepted)
• Negative TB test or Chest X-Ray within 12 months (annual update required)
• MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) vaccination or positive titer
• Hepatitis B vaccination or signed declination
• Varicella vaccination or positive titer
• 10 Panel Drug Screen within 90 days of start (no instant tests)
• Seasonal Flu Vaccine or declination during flu season
• COVID vaccine or declination
• Respiratory Safety Clearance (annual for travel)

Non-clinical or remote workers may have reduced requirements.

Background and Compliance

• Background Check within 45 days of start covering all locations lived/worked in past 7 years
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks within 30 days of start, updated monthly
• Education Verification required for all candidates
• State-specific searches (Washington WSP/WATCH, OBRA Registry for CNAs) as applicable
• References: Minimum 2 supervisor references covering 1 year employment in specialty (6 months for CNAs) within last 3 years
• Employment Application covering last 5 years (7 years for APN/Subcontractors) with month/year format
• Skills Checklists updated annually (as applicable)

Facility Specifics

• Floating policy acknowledgment required (may float to other Providence facilities nearby)
• Badge photo required (passport style with neutral background)
• Epic training modules required (completion prior to or shortly after start)
• WorkRamp modules required annually, including specialty-specific and regulatory modules
• Physical and health documents must be current and uploaded by deadlines

Schedule and Work Environment

• Floating between units including Floor, ED, and Pediatrics
• Every other weekend required
• No on-call duties
• Patient ratios vary by acuity

Summary

This is a travel/contract Respiratory Therapist (RRT) position in Spokane, WA, at a large acute care teaching hospital with Level II trauma designations. The role requires at least 2 years of specialty experience, certifications including ACLS, BLS, PALS, and NRP, and compliance with extensive health and background requirements. The position floats between multiple units and requires weekend work every other weekend but no on-call. Candidates must complete required training modules and health screenings prior to start.

This summary excludes contact details, pay rates, and hiring manager information.