Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
Ottumwa, IA
LifePoint
3x12 hrs, Days
$1,814/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Job Opportunity: Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
Location
- Ottumwa, Iowa
Employment Type
- Travel contract
- Contract length: 13 weeks
Schedule
- Shift: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Weekly guaranteed hours: 36
- Start days allowed: Monday or Tuesday
Unit and Patient Population
- Facility size: 75 beds
- Patient types: adults, geriatrics, neonatal and pediatric (including possible micro-premies to hospice)
- Equipment used: Vocsn Ventilators, V60 BiPAPs
- Float requirements: may be required to float within a 25-mile radius
Required Qualifications
- Valid Respiratory Care Practitioner license in Iowa
- Minimum 1 year of Respiratory Care Practitioner experience within the last year
Onboarding Requirements
- Iowa SING background check clearance (criminal and child abuse portions required) – no exceptions
- All background checks (county and state) must be fully cleared prior to start; instant or statewide searches are not accepted
- Mandatory reporter certification for child and adult required
- Drug test: 10-panel screening including opiates
This position offers the opportunity to work in a regional health center with a diverse patient population and advanced respiratory equipment.
Employer
LifePoint
2 nurses recommend working with LifePoint
Pros
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Cons
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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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