Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - $1,640 to $1,840 per week in Ottumwa, IA

Registered Respiratory Therapist
Location: Ottumwa, IA
Agency: Jackson HealthPros
Pay: $1,640 to $1,840 per week
Shift Information: Days - 3 days x 12 hours
Contract Duration: 6 Weeks
Start Date: 10/26/2026

About the Position

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
• One year experience as an RRT
• BLS certification
• Current Iowa license in hand at time of submission
• Iowa SING background check clearance, including criminal and child abuse portions
• All county and state background checks fully cleared prior to start
• Mandatory reporter certification for child and adult
• 10 panel drug screen including opiates
• Some neonatal and pediatric experience

Assignment Details

• Shift hours: 0630-1900
• Start days may be Monday or Tuesday

Apply now and one of our recruiters will reach out with the details to see if this is the right fit for you.

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.

Location Highlights

Ottumwa, Iowa offers access to Wapello County landmarks and outdoor recreation within a regional hospital setting. Greater Ottumwa Park spans more than 300 acres along the Des Moines River and includes the Beach Ottumwa waterpark and multiple sports facilities. The American Gothic House Center in nearby Eldon is about 20 miles from Ottumwa, and Lake Wapello State Park is roughly 25 miles away for hiking, boating, and cabin stays. Downtown Ottumwa features the historic Bridge View Center and Amtrak service via the California Zephyr, supporting both local entertainment and regional travel.

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.