Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $2,135 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 10/05/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary
Respiratory Therapist Registered (RT PEDS) Night Shift Ottumwa, IA. This position requires a qualified respiratory therapist with pediatric and neonatal experience to provide critical respiratory care in a level VI trauma facility. The role includes performing patient assessments, implementing treatments and therapies, and managing invasive and non-invasive equipment during night shifts.

Job Details

• Schedule: Night shift, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week, from 10/05/2026 to 11/13/2026.
• Required Qualifications: Iowa State Respiratory Care Practitioner license in hand at time of submission, NBRC credentials as CRT or RRT, current BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP certifications, 1-2 years of experience in respiratory therapy, pediatric and neonatal experience, valid Iowa SING background check clearance (criminal and child abuse clearance), mandatory reporter certification (child and adult), drug test including 10-panel screening with opiates.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience with high-risk deliveries, invasive and non-invasive equipment, high critical thinking, and problem-solving skills in pediatric and neonatal care.
• Additional Information: The role covers adult, pediatric, and neonatal patient populations, with an emphasis on pediatric and neonatal care. The unit features specialized equipment including V-60/VOCSN/Hamilton ventilators, Vapotherm, and Airvo2. The candidate must be able to attend to a high-risk delivery environment and implement various therapies effectively.

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 #1297798. 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