Respiratory Therapist

Ottumwa Regional Health Center in Ottumwa, Iowa, is seeking a compassionate and skilled Respiratory Therapist to join our Healthcare & Medical Services team. As a Respiratory Therapist, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality, patient-centered respiratory care to individuals across the lifespan in our acute care and specialty settings. Working in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment, you will assess, treat, and manage patients with a wide range of cardiopulmonary disorders, helping to improve their breathing, comfort, and overall quality of life.
In this role, you will perform comprehensive respiratory assessments, develop and implement individualized care plans, and provide both routine and critical respiratory interventions. Your responsibilities will include administering oxygen and aerosol therapies, performing chest physiotherapy and airway clearance techniques, obtaining and interpreting arterial blood gases, and conducting pulmonary function and other diagnostic tests as needed. You will set up, operate, and monitor a variety of respiratory equipment, including ventilators, non-invasive ventilation devices, humidification systems, and oxygen delivery systems, ensuring safe and effective operation in accordance with established protocols.
You will respond promptly to respiratory emergencies, participating in rapid response and code teams, providing airway management, ventilator support, and other life-sustaining interventions in collaboration with physicians, nurses, and other clinical staff. Accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record will be an essential part of your daily work, including charting assessments, interventions, patient responses, and updates to care plans. You will follow strict infection control and safety guidelines to protect patients, colleagues, and yourself while maintaining a clean, organized, and well-functioning work environment.
Education and support for patients and their families will be central to your practice. You will explain respiratory conditions, treatments, equipment use, and discharge instructions in a clear and compassionate manner, helping patients manage chronic respiratory diseases and adhere to home care plans. As a valued member of Ottumwa Regional Health Center, you will collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care, contribute to clinical decision-making, and participate in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing outcomes for our community.
Ottumwa Regional Health Center offers a supportive, learning-focused culture where Respiratory Therapists are encouraged to grow professionally. You will have opportunities to develop your skills through ongoing education, exposure to state-of-the-art technology, and participation in performance improvement and evidence-based practice projects. In addition to making a meaningful impact on the health of patients in Ottumwa and the surrounding communities, you will benefit from competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, which may include medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, retirement savings options such as a 401(k), and other employee programs designed to support your well-being and career development.
This position is best suited for individuals who are detail-oriented, calm in high-acuity situations, and passionate about respiratory care. Successful candidates will demonstrate strong clinical judgment, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to teamwork and compassionate service. If you are looking to advance your respiratory therapy career in a collaborative, patient-centered hospital environment where your expertise is valued and your contributions truly matter, Ottumwa Regional Health Center invites you to apply for the Respiratory Therapist position.