Respiratory Therapist
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Contract Respiratory Therapist (RT) – Des Moines, IA
Location: Des Moines, Iowa Schedule: Contract Experience Required: 2+ Years Credentials: Active CRT, RRT, or State License
About the OpportunityA respected healthcare facility in Des Moines, IA is seeking an experienced Respiratory Therapist for a contract assignment. This role is ideal for RTs who thrive in clinical environments, deliver exceptional patient care, and want a contract position with competitive pay and strong recruiter support.
Responsibilities- Perform respiratory assessments and develop individualized treatment plans
- Administer oxygen therapy, aerosol treatments, chest physiotherapy, and ventilator management
- Monitor patient progress and adjust care plans based on clinical response
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary teams
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
- Safely operate and troubleshoot respiratory equipment
- Educate patients and families on respiratory conditions and therapies
- 2+ years of recent Respiratory Therapy experience
- Active Respiratory Therapist Certification and/or License (CRT or RRT)
- Strong knowledge of respiratory care protocols and ventilator management
- Excellent communication, critical‑thinking, and patient‑care skills
- Acute care, critical care, or emergency department experience
- Experience with EMR systems
- Competitive hourly compensation
- Flexible scheduling based on facility needs
- Opportunity to support a respected healthcare organization in the Des Moines region
Vacancy posted 29 days ago
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