Travel Respiratory Therapy Technician in Council Bluffs, IA

Respiratory Therapy Technician
Location: Council Bluffs, IA
Agency: Concentric Healthcare Staffing
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Shift Information: 12 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Job Title

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Location

Council Bluffs, IA | Acute Care

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Days (6:30 AM start) | Every other weekend required | Rotating holidays | Flexibility required to fill scheduling needs

Key Responsibilities

• Perform 30–40 respiratory checks and treatments per day across multiple care areas including inpatient, outpatient, ER, ICU, floors, pediatrics, L&D, nursery, sleep lab, OR, and PACU
• Provide care for a diverse patient population including adults, pediatric, and newborn patients presenting with conditions such as STEMI, CVA, EKOS, cardiac arrest, and IABP
• Draw arterial blood gases (ABGs) and occasionally perform EKGs
• Assist with intubation procedures (independent intubation not required)
• Operate and manage respiratory equipment including ventilators and high-flow therapy devices
• Collaborate with on-site hospitalists and intensivists available 24/7

Required Qualifications

• Active RRT (Registered Respiratory Therapist) credential required
• BLS certification required
• ACLS certification required
• PALS certification required
• Minimum 1 year of respiratory therapy experience
• Flexibility to work varying shifts and fill scheduling gaps as needed

Preferred Experience / Skills

• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) certification preferred
• Experience with Draeger, A40, LTV, Avea, V-60, and Vapotherm equipment
• Experience in a high-acuity setting including ICU, L&D, and neonatal care

Why Join Us

• Work in a dynamic, full-service acute care environment with access to a broad range of clinical areas and patient populations
• On-site hospitalist and intensivist coverage available 24/7, supporting a strong interdisciplinary care team