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

Job Opportunity: Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics

Location

• State: Tennessee
• City: Memphis
• Facility: Le Bonheur Children's Hospital, part of Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare

Employment Details

• Type: Travel/Contract
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Start Date: ASAP
• Shift: Nights (schedule to be discussed during interview)
• Experience Required: 2 years
• First-timers Accepted: No
• Weekend Requirement: As needed
• Local Candidates Accepted: No (100 miles radius rule)
• Pending License Accepted: No (must comply with NLC guidelines)
• RTO Restrictions: All RTO must be included at the time of submission

Special Requirements

• Driver’s License: Must be included with submission
• Pediatrics Experience: Required
• TN License: Required at the time of submission

Hospital Highlights

• Type: Level I Pediatric Trauma Center

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 Procedure (AAP only for specific units)
• TNCC: Trauma Nursing Core Course (preferred for ER)
• EFM: Electronic Fetal Monitoring (within 2 years for L&D)
• Tech Certifications: Various certifications required for specific tech roles

Health Documents Required

• Physical Exam: Required within 1 year of start
• Fit Mask Test: 3M N-95 Masks only, must pass prior to start
• Vaccinations:

  • Tdap (for Le Bonheur Children's Hospital)
  • Negative TB or Chest X-Ray
  • Rubeola, Mumps, Rubella, Hepatitis B, Varicella (proof of vaccinations or positive titers required)
  • Drug Testing: Negative 10 Panel Drug Test within 30 days of start
  • Flu Vaccine: Required prior to start (October 1 – March 31)
  • COVID-19 Vaccination: Preferred, not required

Background and History Checks

• Background Check: Required within 60 days of start
• References: Two recent professional references required
• Education Verification: Required, diploma/transcript not accepted in lieu

Additional Information

• Dress Code: Specific scrub colors for different roles; business casual for RN Case Managers
• Photo Badge: Must meet strict guidelines for submission

This position is ideal for experienced respiratory therapists looking to work in a pediatric setting at a reputable hospital.