Respiratory Therapist
Mason City, IA
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,001/weekOverview
- Start Date03/02/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Referral bonus
- School loan reimbursement
- Vision benefits
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Company provided housing options
- License and certification reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Medical benefits
- Mileage reimbursement
- Pet insurance
- Discount program
- Employee assistance programs
- Guaranteed Hours
- Health savings account
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Continuing Education
- Dental benefits
Description
Job Opportunity: Respiratory Therapist
Location: Mason City, Iowa
Employment Type: Long-Term Assignment (LTA)
Contract Length: 12 weeks
Work Schedule & Conditions
- Every third weekend required
- One holiday shift if a holiday occurs during the contract
- No Return to Origin (RTO) approved in March
Required Credentials & Certifications
- BLS (Basic Life Support) – American Heart Association certification required for all direct patient care personnel
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) – Required for RNs in critical care areas
- License/Certificate Verification – Must be dated within 30 days of start
- Fit Test
- Trinity Code of Conduct Form
- Trinity I9
- Confidentiality & Information System Security Agreement
- Integrity and Audit Services Form
- Non Employee Upload Form
- Specialty Specific Competency Testing – Must be completed within the last year
- Color Vision Test
- COVID-19 Vaccine – Proof of booster, declination, or exemption required (declination not accepted for CA or IL)
- MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) Vaccine – Proof of vaccination or IgG titer required
- Hepatitis B Vaccine – Must have started vaccination series prior to start; titers not accepted
- Influenza Vaccine – Proof of vaccine, declination, or exemption required for flu season
- 2 Step PPD OR IGRA (Quantiferon/Tspot) – TB testing required; chest x-ray if positive
- Varicella Vaccine – Proof of vaccination or IgG titer required
- Physical/Health Statement – Documentation of fitness to work within the last year
- 10 Panel Drug Screen – Completed within 30 days of start, no THC allowed
- Trinity Profile – Resume, skills checklist within a year, and 2 professional references required for submission
- Conflict of Interest Disclosure Form
- Criminal Background Check – Federal, nationwide, county criminal checks from last 7 years, including SSN verification
- Education Verification – Highest level of academic education verified
- EPLS (Excluded Parties List System) Check
- GSA/OIG (Office of Inspector General) Check
- Joint Commission Testing (CORE Exam) – Within the last year
- NSO (National Sex Offender) Check – Must be dated within 30 days of start
- System Access Form – Must be completed and uploaded one week before start
- Skills Checklist – Provided by agency for clinical contractors
- Tdap Vaccine – Current, non-expired vaccine required; declinations accepted if no pediatric interaction
- Child and Adult Dependent Abuse Training – Required for Iowa
- Iowa Sing Report – Criminal history, sex offender, dependent adult & child abuse registries check required within 30 days prior to start
- OFAC (Office of Foreign Assets Control) Sanctions Check – Must be completed within 30 days of start
Experience Requirements
- Specialty: Respiratory Therapist
- Required years of experience: Not explicitly stated; assume standard for specialty (typically 1+ years)
- Prior travel experience: Not required
Summary
This is a 12-week Respiratory Therapist contract position in Mason City, Iowa, requiring comprehensive certifications, immunizations, and background checks. The role involves working every third weekend and potentially one holiday shift. Candidates must comply with all credentialing and onboarding requirements, including multiple health screenings and professional verifications. Prior travel experience is not required.
Employer
Host Healthcare
222 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare
Pros
Cassie Jo is an absolute ROCKSTAR. She is on top of everything, insanely quick to respond, always ready to remedy any confusion or errors, such an incredible nurse advocate—will go to bat for you in the blink of an eye—as organized as anything I’ve ever seen, and just genuinely kind, caring, and compassionate. I seriously cannot say enough incredible things about her. She is the best and I am so thankful for all of her help, guidance, knowledge, organization, reassurance, skill, and friendliness.
Cons
absolutely NOTHING.
Recommends working with Host Healthcare
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About Mason City, IA
As a Travel Respiratory Therapist in Mason City, IA here's what you should know:- Mason City'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.
- Average summer highs in Mason City, IA are around 82°F, while winter lows can drop to around 8°F.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Mason City, IA, and they are relatively easy to find due to the city's size.
- Mason City is car-friendly with easy access to parking.
- Public transportation options are limited, so having a car is recommended for getting around.
- Mason City has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include seasonal allergies and cold-related illnesses.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Mason City offers a variety of restaurants, art galleries, and music venues.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy activities like hiking, biking, and water sports in the nearby lakes.
- Sports fans can also catch local games and events.
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