Travel Respiratory Therapist - Pediatric RT

American Traveler; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High pay and bonuses

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k)

Weekly payroll deposit

Free online CEUs

Generous housing allowance

Travel and licensure reimbursements

Non-taxed per diem and subsidy

Traveler rewards and discounts

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking a Pediatric Respiratory Care Practitioner (RRT) for a Level I children's hospital setting. The position requires Level I experience and a licensed NBRC registered RRT within 12 months.

Expect 12-hour day shifts (36 hours weekly) on a 26-week contract with guaranteed hours and travel benefits. Compliance deadlines and credentialing are strictly enforced.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an approved Respiratory Care Program.
• State licensure as a Respiratory Care Practitioner in Oklahoma.
• NBRC registration required.
• BLS (AHA) required on hire.
• ACLS (AHA) required within 3 months.
• RRT credential required within 12 months.
• Minimum 1 year of experience; 2 years CCU preferred.
• Level I trauma center experience required.
• Full date of birth and SSN required for consideration.

Responsibilities

• Care for pediatric patients across all ages.
• 12-hour day shifts, 3 days per week (36 hours).
• 26-week contract with guaranteed weekly hours.
• Provide age-appropriate respiratory care and administer treatments.
• Document in the EMR and act as a clinical resource.
• Perform diagnostic testing and patient monitoring.
• Maintain equipment and participate in quick response team.
• No local candidates within 50 miles.
• Returnee policy: 26 weeks max per 12 months before separation.
• Credentialing deadlines strictly enforced.

Education

Graduation from an approved Respiratory Care Program

Oklahoma Respiratory Care Practitioner licensure

NBRC registration

BLS (AHA)

ACLS (AHA)

RRT credential within 12 months

1 year minimum experience

Job description

American Traveler is seeking a Pediatric Respiratory Care Practitioner (RRT) for a Level I children's hospital setting requiring prior Level I experience.

Requirements

• Graduation from an approved Respiratory Care Program required
• Licensure by the Oklahoma Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision as a Respiratory Care Practitioner required (license required if applicable)
• Registration with the National Board of Respiratory Care required
• BLS (AHA) required upon hire
• ACLS (AHA) required within 3 months of hire
• RRT credential required within 12 months of hire
• Minimum 1 year of experience required
• 2 years of respiratory care experience in a critical care setting preferred
• Must have Level I trauma center experience
• Full date of birth and SSN required for consideration

Responsibilities

• Respiratory Care department serving pediatric patients of all ages within the facility
• Day shift, 12-hour shifts, 3 days per week, 36 hours weekly
• 26-week contract with guaranteed 48 hours per week
• Previous experience in a children's only hospital preferred
• Administer therapeutic treatments as prescribed by medical staff
• Document treatment information and patient response in the computerized medical record
• Act as a clinical resource for medical staff on respiratory care matters
• Perform invasive and noninvasive diagnostic testing and patient monitoring
• Provide age-appropriate respiratory care to patients of all ages
• Maintain and clean respiratory therapy equipment and records
• Participate as part of the quick response team for cardiac and respiratory arrests
• No local candidates accepted within a 50-mile radius
• Returning workers may extend only once for a total of 26 weeks, then require a 6-month separation before reapplying
• Credentialing and compliance deadlines are strictly enforced with no start date flexibility
• 30-day written notice required for early cancellation or termination of assignment

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

Job ID: P-770035

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