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Respiratory Therapist
Ottumwa, Iowa
Ottumwa Regional Health Center

$2,074-2,446/week

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Overview

Travel assignment in Ottumwa, Iowa
1 opening
Shift: 6:30P-7A
Weekly guaranteed hours: 36
Weekend hours: EOW
Contract length: 13 weeks

Unit / Setting

Floor: 3
Trauma Level: VI
Unit has 217 beds
Patient population includes geriatric, adult, pediatrics, and neonates

Required Qualifications

Valid Registered Respiratory Therapist license in Iowa
Registered Respiratory Therapist (1 year of experience)
Registered Respiratory Therapist experience within the last year
ACLS
BLS
NRP
PALS
Associate's degree in respiratory care
Experience working with Neonate patients
Experience working with High Risk patients
Have attended high risk deliveries
Pediatric Respiratory Therapist experience

Preferred Qualifications

Pediatrics experience
Neonatal experience

Skills / Experience

Patient assessment
Implementing treatments and therapies
Implement and manage invasive and non-invasive equipment
High critical thinking and problem-solving skills

Equipment / Systems

V-60/VOCSN/Hamilton
Vapotherm
Airvo2
Meditech

Facility

Ottumwa Regional Health Center

2.9rating(27 reviews)

1 nurse recommends working with Ottumwa Regional Health Center

Anonymous

Psychiatric (RN)

Contract Position

3.0rating

Pros

Ratios 1:14, one nurse, one tech

Cons

2022-disorganization in upper management at the time, cut stated wages after first week.

Review of Ottumwa Regional Health Center on Jul 27, 2026

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Short Term Acute Care
120 beds

ADDRESS1001 Pennsylvania AvenueOttumwa, IA 52501

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About Ottumwa, IA

As a Travel Respiratory Therapist in Ottumwa, IA here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

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.

Weather

In summer, average highs are around 85°F, and in winter, average lows are around 15°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find in Ottumwa.

Transportation

Ottumwa is car-friendly, and public transportation options are limited.

Demographics

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.

Things to Do

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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