Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
Ottumwa, IA
Jackson HealthPros
3x12 hrs
$1,536/weekOverview
- Start Date06/01/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
We’re hiring an experienced Respiratory Therapist for a local healthcare provider where you’ll be responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the treatment, care, and needs of patients with breathing disorders.
Minimum Requirements:
- Associate or bachelor’s degree from a Respiratory Therapy or Cardiopulmonary Science program.
- Current state license in good standing with the State License Board of Iowa.
- One year experience as an RRT.
- BLS certification.
- Client requirement: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with experience in an acute hospital setting.
- Client preference: Experience with ventilator management and arterial blood gas interpretation.
- Client preference: Experience with adult and pediatric patient populations.
Assignment Details
- Facility type: Hospital.
- Shift: Mid Shift.
- Shift hours: 1000-2230.
- Floating: Candidate may be required to float to other facilities within the system.
Location Highlights
Ottumwa offers a mix of small-city amenities and outdoor access. The city is home to the historic Fox River Trail and is within 1 hour drive of Lake Red Rock, providing boating and fishing opportunities. Ottumwa features a downtown historic district with local theater and dining, and it is approximately 90 miles from Des Moines for additional urban amenities and regional air service. The area supports a suburban to small-city lifestyle with nearby parks such as City Park and proximity to the Des Moines River for paddle sports and riverside trails.
Benefits Designed for Travelers
We deeply value your commitment to improving the lives of others, that’s why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package starting your first day.
- Weekly, On-Time Pay because that's how it should be.
- Full Medical Benefits & 401k Matching Plan.
- 24/7 Recruiter: Your main point of contact available by text, phone or email.
- Competitive Referral Bonuses.
- 100% Paid Housing Available.
- Travel & License Reimbursement.
Impacting Patient Care Nationwide
As a health professional with Jackson HealthPros, you get the flexibility, stability and growth you need with the satisfaction of impacting communities nationwide. Choose from a variety of career options including direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts in cities coast to coast. Get full-time pay, benefits, and relocation assistance (at no cost to you) in travel contracts that give you the freedom to explore, with the stability of a full-time job. Find your perfect match with ProVenture, our AI enhanced career app designed for health professionals.
EEO Statement
Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.
Apply now and one of our recruiters will reach out with the details to see if this is the right fit for you.
Employer
Jackson HealthPros
Jackson HealthPros™ provides highly skilled imaging, radiology, surgical, laboratory, and respiratory therapy professionals to healthcare organizations nationwide for short and long-term staffing needs. Part of Jackson Healthcare’s “Family of Staffing Companies" and ranked among the nation's largest in Healthcare Staffing, Jackson HealthPros™ is filling thousands of contracts and permanent positions every month. Make a real difference as a traveling healthcare pro at facilities nationwide that need your experience and expertise while enjoying your favorite locations. Leave the routine behind, earn competitive pay, meet new people, and build a standout resume—all while advancing your healthcare career. With our extensive network of exclusive jobs, we’ll help you achieve your career goals and fuel your passion for care with adventures of a lifetime. Jackson HealthPros™ is part of the Jackson Healthcare® family of companies.
About Ottumwa, IA
As a Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist in Ottumwa, IA here's what you should know:- Ottumwa's cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- In summer, average highs are around 85°F, and in winter, average lows are around 15°F.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find in Ottumwa.
- Ottumwa is car-friendly, and public transportation options are limited.
- The population is diverse, with a range of age groups.
- Common health issues may include obesity and diabetes.
- There is a small but active community of travel nurses in Ottumwa.
- Ottumwa offers a variety of restaurants, including local diners and international cuisine.
- There are art galleries, live music events, and sports activities.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy parks, hiking trails, and nearby lakes for fishing and boating.
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