Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Travel Job

We're hiring an experienced Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for a hospital in Cedar Rapids, IA. You will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate treatment and care for patients with breathing disorders across age groups, including NICU patients when assigned. The role requires competency with a range of ventilators and the EPIC electronic medical record. Prompt responsiveness is appreciated.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate or bachelor's degree from a Respiratory Therapy or Cardiopulmonary Science program.
• Active NBRC credential (Registered Respiratory Therapist) required.
• Current state respiratory license in good standing. Iowa license highly preferred; candidates who require licensing may be considered with expected 1-3 week turnaround.
• Minimum 24 months of RRT/respiratory experience in a hospital setting. No CRTs will be considered.
• Work history/resume must reflect 36 months of current RRT/Respiratory Therapy experience.
• Recent NICU experience within the last 18 months. Level III or Level IV NICU experience within the last 15 months required.
• EPIC EMR experience required.
• Active certifications required: BLS, ACLS (AHA), PALS (AHA), NRP, and any institution-required neonatal resuscitation certification. All certifications must be current.
• Equipment experience required: Drager ventilators, jet ventilator, and oscillator ventilator.
• Must have completed a travel assignment within the past 15 months. First-time travelers will not be considered.
• Willingness to float across different units within the hospital as needed.
• Driver's license required.
• Skills checklist specific to Respiratory Therapy required.

Preferred Qualifications

• IDPH / Iowa Department of Public Health Respiratory Care and Polysomnography documentation preferred.
• Professional reference or performance evaluation from a charge/supervisor/manager within the past 24 months preferred.

Assignment Details

• Shift days: Friday, Saturday, Sunday.
• Start times: 0700 or 1900 based on staffing and census.
• 36 hours per week.
• Holiday rotation required if scheduled; expected to work 1-2 of 3 summer holidays when the unit is open (Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day).
• No on-call required.
• Must be willing to float to other units within the hospital.

Apply now and one of our recruiters will reach out with the details to see if this is the right fit for you.

Benefits Designed for Travelers


We value your time and professionalism. Benefits begin on your first day.

• Weekly, on-time pay.
• Full medical benefits and 401(k) matching plan.
• 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
• Competitive referral bonuses.
• 100% paid housing available.
• Travel and license reimbursement.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide


As a traveling respiratory professional you provide critical care across communities. You will have opportunities for direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts in varied clinical settings. Assignments offer clinical growth, exposure to diverse patient populations, and support from an assigned recruiter and clinical leadership.

Location Highlights

Cedar Rapids sits along the Cedar River and is approximately 20 miles from the Amana Colonies and 25 miles from the Maquoketa Caves State Park. The city offers cultural attractions such as the Paramount Theatre and the Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, and is within a one- to two-hour drive of state parks and outdoor recreation areas for hiking and paddling. Commute times across the metro are typically short, supporting a convenient suburban lifestyle with access to regional highways and local dining districts.

EEO Statement


Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.