Travel Respiratory Therapist - Registered RT/RRT

Travel Respiratory Therapist - Registered RT/RRTAmerican TravelerOttumwa, Iowa, United StatesPosition ID: P-774204Position status: OpenAssignment type: travelShift: DaysLength (weeks): 13Openings: 1Start date: 2026-11-09$1,687.36/week (estimated advertised weekly pay)DescriptionAmerican Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (CRT/RRT) for a 13-week travel assignment at a regional health center, requiring 1-2 years of experience and neonatal/pediatric exposure.Details217-bed regional health center, Respiratory Therapy department, 3rd floorTrauma Level VI facilityPatient population includes geriatric, adult, pediatric, and neonatal patientsUses V-60/VOCSN/Hamilton ventilators, Vapotherm, and Airvo2 equipmentMeditech EHR systemShift hours 6:30 AM to 7:00 PMEvery other weekend requiredNo on-call requirementsNo floating requiredRequirementsNBRC CRT or RRT certificationBLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP certifications requiredAssociate Degree in Respiratory Care required1-2+ years of experience requiredNeonatal and pediatric experience requiredIowa license required at time of considerationLicense required if applicableAdditional InformationResponsibilities include patient assessment, implementing treatments and therapies, and attending high-risk deliveriesInvolves implementing and managing invasive and non-invasive equipmentStrong critical thinking and problem-solving skills neededCandidates must complete Iowa State Interagency Background Check (criminal and child abuse portions)Mandatory reporter certification required (child and adult)10-panel drug screening required, including opiatesMonday or Tuesday start dates acceptedCandidates must live 60+ miles from the facility to qualify for travel rateCandidates cannot have worked as permanent staff at any LifePoint facility within the last 12 monthsCandidates cannot be employed elsewhere full-timeHours per week: 36Hours per shift: 12