Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - $1,716 to $1,907 per week in Des Moines, IA

Registered Respiratory Therapist
Location: Des Moines, IA
Agency: CrossMed Healthcare Staffing
Pay: $1,716 to $1,907 per week
Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: 9/7/2026

About the Position

At CrossMed Healthcare Staffing, we aim to create lasting impressions wherever we go. Embark on your healthcare traveler journey with us and discover the CrossMed advantage. We offer competitive pay packages, comprehensive benefits, an in-house clinical team, and dedicated recruiters committed to your success. Our goal is to become the preferred staffing provider by delivering top-notch customer service. Join us and experience the difference firsthand!

Benefits:
Competitive weekly pay
Insurance (Health, Dental, Vision)
Life Insurance
401(k)
Referral Bonus
Reimbursement for Licensure & CEU’s
Refer-a-Friend Bonus Program
EAP Program

Qualifications:
At minimum 1 - 2 years’ experience preferred
Graduate from an accredited school
Certifications may be required based on facility requirements
Physical abilities – remain in a stationary position, move and lift equipment (50-100 lbs), pushing, bending and pulling
Communication and collaborates with physicians and other health team members
Provides and coordinates patient care with other health team members
Monitors patients’ responses to interventions and reports outcomes
Administers medications as ordered with appropriate documentation
Monitor and evaluates patients before, during, and post procedure depending on unit
Shares on-call responsibilities with a 30-minute response time if required
Maintains cleanliness of rooms and adequate stock of supplies
Transports patients as needed
Performs other duties as assigned

Required Skills:
Interpersonal Skills – ability to work with diverse personnel (professional and support staff) while maintaining a positive demeanor and professional appearance.
Technical Skills - the ability to grasp, push/pull, and move while assisting with procedures or operating departmental equipment.
Cognitive Demands - capable of managing frequent interactions with the public and customers and meeting deadlines under pressure. Comfortable working under occasional close supervision or independently.
Sensory Skills - keen visual understanding and practical communication abilities.