Registered Respiratory Therapist
Ottumwa, IA
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Oct 26, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (CRT/RRT) for a 13-week travel assignment requiring 1-2 years of experience and neonatal/pediatric exposure.

Details

• 217-bed regional health center, Level VI trauma facility
• Respiratory Therapy department on the 3rd floor
• Patient population includes geriatric, adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients
• Uses V-60/VOCSN/Hamilton, Vapotherm, and Airvo2 equipment
• Meditech EHR system
• Day shift 6:30 AM - 7:00 PM
• Every other weekend required
• No call requirements
• No floating required

Requirements

• NBRC CRT or RRT certification required
• BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP certifications required
• Associate Degree in Respiratory Care required
• 1-2 years of experience required
• Experience with high-risk deliveries preferred
• Pediatric and neonatal experience preferred
• Strong patient assessment and critical thinking skills required
• Experience implementing and managing invasive and non-invasive equipment required
• Iowa license application must be completed prior to applying
• License required if applicable

Additional Information

• Perform patient assessments and implement respiratory treatments and therapies
• Attend high-risk deliveries as needed
• Must pass Iowa SING background check including criminal and child abuse portions with no exceptions
• Mandatory reporter certification required for both child and adult
• 10-panel drug screening required, including opiates
• Monday or Tuesday start dates accepted
• Candidates must reside 60+ miles from the facility to qualify for travel rate
• Local candidates within 60 miles may be considered at local rate
• Cannot have worked as permanent staff at any LifePoint facility within the past 12 months
• Cannot be employed elsewhere full-time during assignment