Travel Pediatric Respiratory Therapist - $1,870 per week

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Pediatric Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Ottumwa, Iowa.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Pediatric Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 11/30/2026
• Duration: 6 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary

Respiratory Therapist, Pediatric Respiratory Therapy Ottumwa, Iowa. The position provides respiratory care across adult, geriatric, neonatal, pediatric, and hospice patient populations. Candidates must be prepared for a rapid start and possess relevant neonatal and pediatric experience.

Job Details

• Schedule: Day shifts; 12-hour shifts; 36 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications:
  • Respiratory Therapist licensure with an Iowa license in hand at submission
  • Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications
  • Mandatory reporter certification for child and adult reporting
  • 12 years of experience
  • Neonatal and pediatric respiratory care experience
  • Fully cleared Iowa criminal and child abuse background checks, along with fully cleared county and state background checks, before starting
• Additional Information: The role supports patients ranging from adults and geriatric patients to neonatal and pediatric patients, including possible micro-premature infants and hospice patients. Ventilators and bilevel positive airway pressure equipment are utilized. A 10-panel drug screening, including opiates, is required. Monday or Tuesday start dates are accepted, and the position requires the ability to begin within 710 days of offer acceptance.

Benefits

The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

Cross Country Allied Job ID #1340533. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: RT - RRT Respiratory Therapist Registered.

About Cross Country Allied

You bring the expertise. We bring the support you deserve. At Cross Country, we connect allied professionals with flexible opportunities designed around what matters most — your goals, your growth, and your wellbeing. Whether you specialize in imaging, respiratory, surgical, or lab work, we’re here to champion your success with nationwide roles, hands-on support, and a team that sees you as essential. Because this isn’t just work. It’s your purpose.

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus