Respiratory therapist jobs in Cedar Rapids, IA - 49 jobs

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Iowa City, Iowa. & Requirements Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist Discipline: Allied Health Professional Start Date: 02/09/2026 Duration: 12 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, days Employment Type: Travel Job Description As a registered respiratory therapist, you will provide care for patients who have lung diseases and breathing disorders. Working in a hospital, outpatient center, home health, nursing facility, private practice or other healthcare facility, you'll evaluate patients, take samples, manage equipment and provide treatment. You'll help patients who have cardiac and pulmonary diseases such as bronchitis, asthma, emphysema, and cystic fibrosis. Minimum Requirements At least 1 year of recent experience as a registered respiratory therapist NBRC Certification BLS, NRP, PALS, ACLS Certifications (AHA) Current state license Benefits The benefits of taking a travel allied job 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 Posted Date: 2025-12-20 Cross Country Allied Job ID #1181733. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 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

Hiring PRN for Days/Evenings/Weekends - NEW PRN RATES Respiratory Therapist Career Opportunity Join Encompass Health's Respiratory Care Family: A Career of Impact Are you in search of a career that resonates with your heart and community? Encompass Health welcomes you into our close-knit family, where you'll feel at home instantly. As a Respiratory Therapist, your role is pivotal in driving inspiring outcomes for patients facing respiratory challenges. Imagine the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, guiding patients toward independence and contributing to your community's well-being. Utilize your specialized skills to provide exceptional, compassionate care, fostering patient rehabilitation and well-being. Access cutting-edge equipment and technology within a supportive, motivated team environment. From day one, experience a fulfilling career and comprehensive benefits that prioritize your peace of mind and professional growth. Join us in a career where your dedication creates impactful care and personal fulfillment. A Glimpse into Our World Whether you're just beginning your career or are a seasoned Respiratory Therapist seeking a nurturing environment to call home, we're confident you'll feel the difference the moment you join our team. Being a part of Encompass Health means being a part of a growing national inpatient rehabilitation leader. We take pride in our career growth opportunities and the collaborative spirit of our team members, united for the greater good of our patients. Our recognitions, including being named one of the "World's Most Admired Companies" and receiving the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For Award, make us immensely proud. Benefits That Start With You Our benefits are designed to support your well-being and start on day one: Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for both full-time and part-time employees and their families. Generous paid time off that accrues over time. Tuition reimbursement and continuous education opportunities for your professional growth. Company-matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans, securing your financial future. Flexible spending and health savings accounts tailored to your unique needs. A vibrant community of individuals who are passionate about what they do. Be the Respiratory Therapist You've Always Aspired to Be Your impactful journey involves: Providing direct care to patients in need of medical gas, breathing therapy modality, and medication. Guiding patients by supervising care and breathing treatments, leading patient assessments, creating personalized care plans, and targeting and resolving patient concerns. Building meaningful relationships with patients by dedicating time to understand their physical, mental, and emotional needs for a successful recovery. Celebrating patient victories along the way. Qualifications Current State License in Respiratory Therapy. CPR certification. ACLS certification preferred. Two years hospital experience in Respiratory Therapy preferred. The Encompass Health Way We proudly set the standard in care by leading with empathy, doing what's right, focusing on the positive, and standing stronger together. Encompass Health is a trusted leader in post-acute care with over 150 nationwide locations and a team of 36,000 exceptional individuals and growing! At Encompass Health, we celebrate and welcome diversity in our inclusive culture. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, color, creed, age, mental or physical disability, or any other protected classification. We're looking forward to meeting you, and we truly mean that. Join our family, and let's make a positive impact together!

Medical Solutions Allied is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Iowa City, Iowa. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist Discipline: Allied Health Professional Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights Employment Type: Travel We're seeking talented healthcare professionals whose adventure game is as strong as their clinical game. Those that want flexibility and high pay, we have the positions for you! Some of the industry-leading benefits enjoyed by Medical Solutions travel nurses and travel allied healthcare professionals include: Day One Medical, Dental, and Vision with low premiums Day One 401(k) with Company Contribution Personalized Compensation Packages Paid, Private, Fully Furnished, Pet-Friendly Housing Dedicated Recruiter and 24/7 Customer Care Line Per Diem Allowance and Paid Travel Licensure and Certification Reimbursement Free Liability Coverage Voluntary Benefits: Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident, and Pet Insurance Equal Employment Opportunity And More! Estimated pay package based on bill rate at time job was posted. Bill rates can change frequently and without notice. Exact pay package may vary based on guaranteed hours, distance being traveled, and customizations available for travelers. Medical Solutions Allied Job ID #1038587. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Respiratory Therapy About Medical Solutions Allied At Medical Solutions, we're people who care, helping people who care. No matter how you look at it, there's a whole lot of care going on in our world and that's just the way we like it. What do we do? Medical Solutions is one of the nation's largest providers of total workforce solutions in the healthcare industry, connecting nurses and allied health clinicians with hospitals and healthcare systems across the country and around the corner. Through our family of brands, we also serve a segment of clients outside of the healthcare space. And we're the very best at what we do. You'll love our culture that's filled with heart and soul. As a company and employer, we're sincerely and unabashedly us. We lead as humans first and believe the unique qualities of each team member make us better together. We share a purpose for helping others and the drive to make a difference. And we offer endless opportunities for personal and professional growth, throughout your career. At Medical Solutions, you'll find a great place to work and a career home. We've received Best Places to Work awards, landed top industry awards, and received accolades for the impact we've made in business and within our community. But the only way to really get to know us, is to join us. We think you'll fit right in. Benefits Discount program Life insurance Mileage reimbursement Company provided housing options License and certification reimbursement Benefits start day 1 Continuing Education Guaranteed Hours Vision benefits Referral bonus 401k retirement plan Dental benefits Cancelation protection Weekly pay Medical benefits Employee assistance programs Wellness and fitness programs Pet insurance Holiday Pay

Premier Medical Staffing Services is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist Discipline: Allied Health Professional Start Date: 02/09/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours Employment Type: Travel Premier Medical Staffing Job ID #616068. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: RRT Respiratory Therapist About Premier Medical Staffing Services Premier Medical Staffing Services, LLC is a nationally expanding healthcare staffing firm for healthcare professionals and companies. We understand our clients' need for highly qualified, expertly trained medical professionals and are passionate about helping clinicians find employment opportunities that fit their personality and needs. Able to accommodate the ever-changing needs of the healthcare landscape, we offer per-diem, contract and direct hire placements to support the unique needs of each industry sector. Premier Medical Staffing Services is Joint Commission Certified, a Military Spouse Employment Partner and is certified as a Women's Business Enterprise. We are proudly nurse owned.

GrapeTree Medical Staffing Allied is seeking a travel Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Job Description & Requirements • Specialty: Respiratory Therapist • Discipline: Allied Health Professional • 34 hours per week • Shift: 12 hours, nights • Employment Type: Travel Grape Tree Allied Job ID #77955. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 34 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: RT - RT About GrapeTree Medical Staffing Allied GrapeTree Medical Staffing has over 20 years of experience offering 24/7 staffing solutions to healthcare communities. GrapeTree takes pride in staffing high-quality, experienced CNAs, STNAs, LPNs, and RNs in 8-13 week travel contracts in nursing homes, assisted living, skilled nursing and memory care facilities across the midwestern US.

UI Health Care is seeking a full-time Sr. Respiratory Therapist. To be responsible for the delivery of respiratory care, including ventilation, medical gas therapy, medicated aerosol therapy, pulmonary hygiene, blood gas sampling and analysis, non-invasive oxygen and carbon dioxide monitoring, and to supervise the implementation of respiratory care in the patient care units. Provide critical care expertise, education, routine shift staffing and shift operations relief. Selected candidates will be eligible for a $10,000 sign-on incentive if all qualifications are met including a minimum two-year commitment. Current UI employees are not eligible. This position will also be eligible to receive an additional advanced respiratory care services differential up to $5,000 (prorated based off percentage). Key Areas of Responsibility: Institutes and provides mechanical ventilation; institutes & provides all forms of CPAP & BiPAP; delivers medical gas therapy; provides safe delivery of medicated aerosol & general therapies; provides pulmonary hygiene standards; performs blood gas sampling & analysis; provides non-invasive monitoring; participates in orientation/education activities; assist in the training of students; adheres to hospital epidemiological practices; maintains appearance, demeanor, and attendance; maintains licensure; performs senior therapist duties; participates in technical operations of department; performs other special projects & tasks as assigned. *Respiratory Therapists must be a graduate of a Commission of Accreditation Respiratory Care (CoARC) approved program. Shift: Night shift (1900-0730) Percent of Time: 90-100%. Please note that the salary listed is based on 100% time University of Iowa Health Care-recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States-is Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center. Each day more than 12,000 employees, students, and volunteers work together to provide safe, quality health care and excellent service for our patients. Simply stated, our mission is: Changing Medicine. Changing Lives. Our primary and specialty care is provided by experts from all medical specialties, attracting patients from around the world. We offer our care in convenient, comfortable settings, using the most advanced approaches and with the best outcomes as our goal. The university is located along the picturesque Iowa River in Iowa City, a city of some 77,000 people (170,000+ in the metro area) regularly ranked as one of the nation's best places to live. Iowa City is less than four hours from Chicago and within five hours of Minneapolis, St. Louis, and Kansas City, readily accessible via interstate highways and a regional airport 30 minutes away. SEIU Pay Plan | University Human Resources - The University of Iowa (uiowa.edu) QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: A Bachelor's degree in a health related science or an equivalent combination of related education and experience is required Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care or National Society for Cardiopulmonary Technology and licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner by the State of Iowa is required Maintain active NBRC Membership 3-5 years' experience in Respiratory Care practice is required Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required Possess a current State of Iowa Respiratory Care Practitioner license QUALIFICATIONS DESIRED: 3 to 5 years of recent critical care experience Proficient in computer software applications Respiratory Care-Adult Critical Care Specialist (RRT-ACCS) Neonatal Specialty Care Respiratory Care Specialist (RRT-NPS) Position and Application details: In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as required to the submission: Resume Cover Letter Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check. Please contact *********************** with any questions. Additional Information Compensation Contact Information

Direct all activities and ensure the efficient daily operation of the Respiratory Therapy Department. Emphasis will be placed upon quality patient care provided by a cohesive team effort. The position is expected to assess patients respiratory care needs, evaluate effectiveness of care provided, and integrate nursing theory into clinical practice. The position must be able to provide treatment as prescribed by a provider, evaluate safe patient care and continue to analyze ongoing assessment data to determine safe patient outcomes. DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES (include but are not limited to the following) Collaboratively coordinates the continuum of care across the multi-disciplinary team settings. Openness to new approaches, methods or technology in the ever-changing healthcare setting Provide a positive customer experience by involvement and resolution of customer concerns Develops patient care plan using critical and analytical skills based on patient condition, age, and psychological, educational and socioeconomic conditions that prescribes interventions to attain expected outcomes. Effectively apply technical knowledge to problem solve and act as a role model and resource person for other staff members Qualifications EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE Current licensure to practice as a Respiratory Care Practitioner in the State of Iowa. BCLS or ability to obtain certification within 6 months of hire. ACLS preferred SKILLS AND ABILITIES Demonstrates teamwork by working cooperatively with others on a team both internally within the department assigned and outside departments. Manages change by showing the ability to demonstrate support for innovation and for organizational changes needed for performance improvement. Demonstrates a consistent positive customer experience on a daily basis Demonstrates critical and analytical thinking skills by a logical, systematic, sequential approach. Demonstrates clinical and technical expertise in their area of licensure, certification or experienced area. Competent in the theory and application in the care of the principles of the patient presenting for respiratory therapy care including but not limited to inpatient and outpatient, sleep studies and EEGs. Competent in the use of complex equipment found in the respiratory care department area to include but not limited to; ventilator, CPAP, Bipap, Suction, PFT machine, Sleep study equipment and EEG machine. Effective Communication Skills Strong written and verbal communication skills with prevalent professional demeanor Ability to handle sensitive and confidential situations and documentation Supports and drives goals of the Company High ethical standards Highly motivated Display knowledge of care required by infants, toddlers, pre-schoolers, school age, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics.

Lincare is America's largest supplier of respiratory and durable medical equipment. The company's mission is to set the standard for excellence, transforming the way respiratory care is delivered in the home, inspired by a vision to enable patients with chronic conditions to remain engaged in life, with the peace of mind that they are cared for. Lincare is currently seeking a Respiratory Therapist / Nurse to join a growing team. This employee is responsible for the setup of home medical equipment, including ventilators, monitors, CPAP/BiPAP units, and/or other related equipment. The employee will also educate and train patients on the proper usage of prescribed equipment. Comprehensive benefits package with flexible options to fit individual needs An inclusive, open, and friendly environment focused on associates and their success Ample training and development opportunities that foster personal and professional growth Job Responsibilities Set up, operate, and provide education on home medical equipment that includes, but is not limited to CPAP/BiPAP machines, nebulizers, oxygen concentrators, and/or mechanical ventilators Inspect, test, and adjust home medical equipment to ensure it is functioning safely and efficiently Review prescription and patient information to assess condition and determine suitable treatment administration, compatible with physician orders Maintain patient records in a complete and organized manner in compliance with accreditation standards Maintain current knowledge of respiratory homecare techniques and relevant respiratory therapy concepts Work on-call after hours and weekends as needed Frequency is determined by center size and number of employees available to share

Lincare is America's largest supplier of respiratory and durable medical equipment. The company's mission is to set the standard for excellence, transforming the way respiratory care is delivered in the home, inspired by a vision to enable patients with chronic conditions to remain engaged in life, with the peace of mind that they are cared for. Lincare is currently seeking a Respiratory Therapist / Nurse to join a growing team. This employee is responsible for the setup of home medical equipment, including ventilators, monitors, CPAP/BiPAP units, and/or other related equipment. The employee will also educate and train patients on the proper usage of prescribed equipment. Comprehensive benefits package with flexible options to fit individual needs An inclusive, open, and friendly environment focused on associates and their success Ample training and development opportunities that foster personal and professional growth Job Responsibilities Set up, operate, and provide education on home medical equipment that includes, but is not limited to CPAP/BiPAP machines, nebulizers, oxygen concentrators, and/or mechanical ventilators Inspect, test, and adjust home medical equipment to ensure it is functioning safely and efficiently Review prescription and patient information to assess condition and determine suitable treatment administration, compatible with physician orders Maintain patient records in a complete and organized manner in compliance with accreditation standards Maintain current knowledge of respiratory homecare techniques and relevant respiratory therapy concepts Work on-call after hours and weekends as needed Frequency is determined by center size and number of employees available to share

UnityPoint Clinic is actively recruiting for an Advanced Practitioner to join our Express Care team in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Choose a career that matters at UnityPoint Health. At UnityPoint Health, we believe that our patient-centered vision and physician-driven philosophy, along with our one team approach, ensures every patient knows just how much they matter to this world. Commitment to our team has earned us recognition as a Top 150 Places to Work in Healthcare 2022 by Becker's Healthcare and among America's Best Employers By State in Iowa, Illinois and Wisconsin. Come be an essential part of our core purpose-to improve the health of the people and communities we serve. At UnityPoint Health, you matter. UnityPoint Clinic is a physician-led, nonprofit health care organization offering comprehensive services in primary care, walk-in care and specialty care. The clinical teams at the area's clinics are improving outcomes, lowering the number of hospital readmissions and reducing avoidable costs associated with treating chronic conditions. The UnityPoint Clinic team is known for excellence and quality patient care putting patients at the center of their care to provide the best level of health and well-being. UnityPoint Health - Cedar Rapids serves a seven-county area surrounding Cedar Rapids. St. Luke's Hospital is the only hospital in Cedar Rapids designated as a Top 50 Heart Hospital six times, has been named a top 50 Hospital in the Nation by Healthgrades, named one of the nation's 100 Top Hospitals by IBM Watson Health eight times and also has been honored six times as Becker's Hospital Review ‘100 Great Hospitals in America'. St. Luke's is also a Magnet hospital for nursing excellence. Concierge model Urgent Care Care Clinic open 8am-8pm x 365 days per year 1.0 FTE (Full time + benefits) Flexible shift options available including weekends Required to work 1 Summer Holiday and 1 Winter Holiday No call requirements Work with experienced staff No appointments necessary Fully integrated system with clinic and hospitals on Epic EMR to improve care coordination Responsibilities Position will split between two Express Care locations; Peck's Landing and Lindale Provide medical treatment for minor illnesses and injures Excellent assessment skills Work in a fast paced environment Provide high quality care to all ages Offer select diagnostic tests Prescribe treatment, refer patients for follow up care, and educate patients Qualifications Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Board Certified 1-2 years of Family Medicine or Urgent care experience, as an advanced practitioner; If new grad, must have ER or Urgent Care experience, as a nurse Hold an unrestricted medical license in the state of Iowa Hold current and unrestricted state and federal authority to prescribe and administer medications as necessary or appropriate to the Advanced Practitioners field of practice Eligible to work in the United States We offer Initial 2-year salary guarantee with ability to exceed on an innovative compensation program Attractive incentive package A competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what stage of life you are in. Generous time off and CME allowance, malpractice insurance, retirement contributions and more Dedicated provider resources to positively impact providers work-life balance Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness, including a free third-party service for loan restructuring and consolidation. A commitment to ensuring you have a voice that is heard regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation. Support and development opportunities that are a crucial part of delivering a remarkable employment experience. A culture guided by uncompromising values and unwavering belief in doing what's right for the people we serve. Cedar Rapids Vibrant, unique and industrious, Cedar Rapids is one of Iowa's centers of excellence for arts and culture and an economic hub of the state's Eastern region. As the second-largest city in the state, “The City of Five Seasons” offers its residents a wide variety of amenities, attractions and career opportunities on par with its nearby, out-of-state counterparts (Chicago, St. Louis and Minneapolis) without the high cost of living, hustle and bustle. Learn more about Cedar Rapids and why it offers one of the best places to live, work and play in the Midwest. Please complete online application at ******************************

* Area of Interest: Allied Health * FTE/Hours per pay period: 0.4 * Department: Cardiac Rehab * Shift: 0.4 FTE days, M-F, 3 to 4 hours each day * Job ID: 153709 Responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of Respiratory patient care within cardiopulmonary rehab. Responsible for the delivery of Respiratory patient care, exercise and patient education in cooperation with other health care team members. The patients to be served include adult and geriatric. Why UnityPoint Health? * Culture - At UnityPoint Health, you matter. Come for a fulfilling career and experience a culture guided by uncompromising values and unwavering belief in doing what's right for the people we serve. * Benefits - Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options like 401K match, paid time off and education assistance that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you're in. * Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment - We're committed to ensuring you have a voice that is heard regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation. * Development - We believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is an essential part of delivering a remarkable employment experience. * Community Involvement - Be an essential part of our core purpose-to improve the health of the people and communities we serve. Hear more from our team members about why UnityPoint Health is a great place to work at *********************************** . Why UnityPoint Health? At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We're proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members. Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you're in. Here are just a few: * Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program. * Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members. * Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family. With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together. And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience. Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health. Responsibilities Clinical Excellence/Patient Care * Conducts all aspects of the job in an ethical manner in support of the hospital's commitment to ethical behavior in all areas of personal and professional activity * Utilizes assessment skills to provide respiratory care procedures to achieve optimal benefit to the patient, if needed. * Assists nursing with plan of care development and integrates a multidisciplinary approach * Assures assessment of patient is performed and plan of care implemented. * Facilitates safe, individualized exercise prescription. * Partners with health care team to achieve patient care outcomes and goals. * Monitors patient's progress toward outcomes identified in plan of care. * Participates in department and hospital wide performance improvement activities. * Continually evaluates outcomes of Respiratory care by assessing patient/family responses and updating patient care to reflect changes in needs * Successfully completes the hospital and department orientation and the annual hospital and department specific competencies Patient Education * Assess and chooses teaching strategies appropriate to the patient's and their families' age specific needs, culture, gender, readiness to learn and level of comprehension. * Focuses education on health and preventative health maintenance should be incorporated into the teaching plan * Integrates patient/family teaching throughout the entire rehab program, individuated to meet the patient/family needs. * Provides therapeutic equipment teaching * Provides respiratory medication and inhaler instruction. * Consults appropriate resources within the department/hospital to provide specialized education. * Demonstrates knowledge that patient and workplace safety is a priority by preventing errors, accidents and infections and reporting potential or actual concerns immediately. Leadership and Professional Development * Assists in the orientation of new associates by acting as a resource and mentor to associates. Collaborates with unit leadership, as appropriate. Serves in preceptor role, as appropriate. * Participates in the education experiences of students and/or RT interns. * Continues professional development and involvement in professional activities that enhance the respiratory practice by sharing knowledge through networking and research. * Utilizes evidenced based models of learning. * Participates in department and hospital shared governance infrastructure and performance improvement activities. * Assumes responsibility for own professional growth and development Qualifications * Requires completion of an accredited Respiratory Therapist program * Current Iowa Respiratory Care practitioner (RCP) license. * Active National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) status. * Must possess and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. * Writes, reads, comprehends and speaks fluent English * Multicultural sensitivity * Demonstrates proficiency in the manual skills and techniques required to perform basic/advanced respiratory care in the administration of inhaled medication, medical gases, and the operation of specialized respiratory and mechanical ventilation equipment * Demonstrates skill, organization, and efficiency in performing required pulmonary rehab activities * Ability to complete a basic computer course on the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) through in-hospital training. * Use of usual and customary equipment used to perform essential functions of the position. * Must be able to work with all customers and multidisciplinary members. * Must be able to cope effectively with stressful situations and time constraints.

Host Healthcare is seeking a travel Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Iowa City, Iowa. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Respiratory Therapist Discipline: Allied Health Professional Duration: 13 weeks 40 hours per week Shift: 8 hours, nights Employment Type: Travel Host Healthcare Job ID #a1fVX000002bAk1YAE. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Respiratory Therapist - RRT - Nights About Host Healthcare At Host Healthcare, we provide a truly comfortable experience as you explore your travel nursing, therapy, or allied career. We make your travel healthcare journey easy by taking care of all the details, so you don't have to. We are on a mission to help others live better and we do this by helping the healers of the world be as comfortable as possible. With access to tens of thousands of travel nursing, therapy, and allied jobs in all 50 states, our responsive and friendly recruiters find your dream position based on what's important to you. During your assignment, get access to premium benefits, including Day 1 medical that continues up to 30 days between assignments, 401K matching, travel reimbursements, dedicated housing support, and more. We also offer 24/7 support from our team and access to our on-staff clinicians so you can feel comfortable and confident throughout your entire assignment. Travel comfortably with Host Healthcare. Benefits Referral bonus School loan reimbursement Vision benefits Wellness and fitness programs Company provided housing options License and certification reimbursement Life insurance Medical benefits Mileage reimbursement Pet insurance Discount program Employee assistance programs Guaranteed Hours Health savings account Holiday Pay 401k retirement plan Continuing Education Dental benefits

Skyline Med Staff Allied is seeking a travel Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Waterloo, Iowa. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Respiratory Therapist Discipline: Allied Health Professional Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights Employment Type: Travel Join the Top- Rated Travel Healthcare Team! Skyline Med Staff was named as the #1 Best Travel Healthcare Company in 2025 by BluePipes, a recognition driven by glowing reviews from travel healthcare professionals. Our recruiters are consistently praised on Google for their responsiveness, dedication, accessibility, and industry knowledge. Ready to experience the difference? Apply for a job today and see why healthcare professionals choose Skyline! As a traveler with Skyline Med Staff, you'll have a dedicated recruiter supporting you every step of the way and available whenever you need them. We are a Woman Owned Agency providing clinicians with Health Insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield, along with Dental and Vision coverage, plus $500 referral bonuses! We're seeking committed healthcare professionals who excel in delivering quality patient care and can adapt to diverse work environments. Required for Submission: 1. Minimum of 1 year recent work experience in the specialty of the job applying for 2. A current BLS/CPR certification through American Heart Association 3. Active License in the state of the job location (if applicable) We look forward to connecting and working with you to find your next job opportunity! Skyline Med Staff Allied Job ID #35548110. 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: Therapy:Respiratory,19:00:00-07:00:00 About Skyline Med Staff Allied Join the Top- Rated Travel Healthcare Team! Skyline Med Staff was named as the #1 Best Travel Healthcare Company in 2025 by BluePipes, a recognition driven by glowing reviews from travel healthcare professionals. Our recruiters are consistently praised on Google for their responsiveness, dedication, accessibility, and industry knowledge. Ready to experience the difference? Apply for a job today and see why healthcare professionals choose Skyline! Certified Women Owned Business We believe that travel is good for the soul. We want to be on your journey with you and find the right job that fits you Skyline Med Staff is committed to one vision..... treating others the way that THEY want to be treated. The executive team at Skyline Med Staff focuses on a commitment to quality, consistency, and the highest level of service. Our team members continually strive to build long term relationships that center on you and helping you achieve your goals. Some of the Benefits you will receive with Skyline Med Staff: Over 30 years of combined experience in the staffing industry Higher Take-Home Pay Rates Dedicated Personal Recruiter We are available to you 24/7 Health Insurance Plan Options Tax Free Per Diems, Housing Stipends and Travel Reimbursements Joint Commission Certified Contracts in all 50 states Referral and Loyalty Bonuses Benefits Medical benefits Referral bonus

Employment Type: * Full Time - 36 hours per week Shift Schedule: * Night Shift (6:00 PM - 6:30 AM) * Will include weekend & holiday rotation Highlights and Benefits * Sign-on bonus, up to $20,000 based on experience * New grads welcomed!! * Eligible for generous Night Shift Differential We care about your well-being, both physical and mental, which is why our benefit package includes: * Wellness programs * Education reimbursement * Personalized health insurance plans including dental and vision * Paid time off * Long- and short-term leave * Retirement planning * Life insurance coverage GENERAL SUMMARY: A Respiratory Therapist performs patient assessment, evaluation for appropriate therapy, administration of therapy, consultation with other health care providers, diagnostic testing, implementation and troubleshooting of equipment and monitoring of patient. These services are provided as appropriate for patient age to include neonate, infant, child, adolescent, adult and geriatric adult. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: * Performs inhaled medication therapy, arterial puncture, blood gas analysis, pulmonary function testing, chest physiotherapy, oxygen therapy, helium-oxygen therapy, carbon dioxide-oxygen therapy, nitric oxide-oxygen therapy, CPAP therapy, BIPAP therapy, bland aerosol therapy, PEP therapy, high-frequency oscillator therapy, and ventilatory support modalities as ordered by physician. * Participates in cardiopulmonary resuscitation, assists or performs intubation, manages artificial airway, and transport of patients requiring ventilatory support. * Assembles, manipulates, and troubleshoots Respiratory Care equipment including mechanical ventilators, pulse oximeters, capnometers, aerosol generators, medical gas delivery systems, humidification systems, and mechanical percussors. * Interprets diagnostic results for feasibility and reports results, to include blood or other body fluid analysis by blood gas analyzer and co-oximeter, pulmonary function screening, pulmonary mechanics studies, end-tidal C02, and pulse oximetry. * Performs record keeping, billing and medical record documentation functions. * Provides patient instruction in the use of Respiratory Care devices and procedures. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: * Must be credentialed as a certified or registered respiratory therapist by the National Board for Respiratory Care upon hire. * Must have an active license as a respiratory care practitioner in the State of Iowa upon hire. * Must be BLS certified within 3 months of hire. * Child and Dependent Adult Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training is required within 6 months of hire and every 3 years thereafter. * Prefer ACLS certification within one year of hire. Ministry/Facility Information: MercyOne Northeast Iowa provides expert health care to eight counties. MercyOne Northeast Iowa provides excellent, personalized care close to home to the communities in the Cedar Valley. With 491 licensed beds between the three medical centers, each providing 24-hour emergency lifesaving care, MercyOne is there for you in critical moments: * MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center, an Area Level III Trauma Center and an accredited chest pain center * MercyOne Cedar Falls Medical Center, Community Level IV Trauma Designation * MercyOne Oelwein Medical Center, Community Level IV Trauma Designation With more than 2,500 colleagues, MercyOne is one of the largest employers in Northeast Iowa. MercyOne Medical Group - Northeast Iowa is made up of more than 30 primary care, pediatric, internal medicine and specialty clinics located throughout Black Hawk, Bremer, Buchanan, Benton, Butler, Fayette and Tama counties. Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Health Carousel - Travel Allied is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Iowa City, Iowa. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist Discipline: Allied Health Professional Start Date: 02/09/2026 Duration: 12 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights Employment Type: Travel Health Carousel - Travel Allied Job ID #JO03968559. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. About Health Carousel - Travel Allied Health Carousel Allied Travel is a healthcare staffing brand dedicated to providing excellent travel assignments for allied healthcare professionals. We work closely with medical and care facilities across the United States to fill vacant positions with highly talented medical staff in places that make a difference. Benefits Weekly pay Holiday Pay 401k retirement plan Company provided housing options Wellness and fitness programs Mileage reimbursement Referral bonus Employee assistance programs Medical benefits Dental benefits Vision benefits Benefits start day 1 License and certification reimbursement Life insurance Discount program

Are you an experienced Respiratory Therapist looking for premium compensation and maximum flexibility? Explore FirstChoice - Trinity Health's mobile staffing solution! FirstChoice RT's are utilized to fill short and long-term assignments throughout the health system, and we need you to be a part of this innovative program! Nationwide and Regional opportunities available! What you will do: * Qualified and willing to float throughout the hospital and/or throughout multiple hospital locations and/or regions * Knows, understands, incorporates & demonstrates standard elements of professional practice per AARC guidelines. * Acts independently & appropriately within, scope of knowledge & experience in practice area * Retains accountability for delegation, choices, decisions & outcomes * Collaborates with key stakeholders & contributes to quality & improvement practices & outcomes * Exhibits agility & willingness to take on new & additional responsibilities * Embraces new ideas & cultural differences while managing competing priorities Minimum Qualifications: * Respiratory Therapist * Graduate of a two-year advanced practitioner -Accredited Respiratory Therapist program: Registry eligible. * Current CRT and/or RRT credential. * Valid State License in Respiratory Care if required in the state you are working. * Interpersonal skills necessary to effectively communicate with patients, physicians and other health personnel and department management during all situations and in line with our mission and values. * Analytical skills necessary to identify patient's needs. * Demonstrated basic computer skills in a Windows environment. Position Highlights and Benefits: * Premium Pay * Flexible Scheduling * Travel and Per Diem opportunities available * Variety of Practice Settings * Reimbursement of License and Certifications available per assignment * Opportunity to participate in 403B program Ministry Information: * FirstChoice offers rewarding Nursing, Respiratory Therapist, Surgical Technologist, and Health Care Professional travel positions with a flexible schedule to fit your life. * FirstChoice travel Health Care Professionals fill critical positions when unforeseen or unplanned circumstances occur; or, when there is a position open due to an extended leave-of-absence. * You'll get to experience a variety of practice settings while traveling within your local region or traveling nationally - your choice! Trinity Health's dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity. Pay Range: $35.22-38.00 per hour + Tax Free Allowance if Qualified Actual compensation offered will be within the range stated above but vary based on factors including experience, qualifications, education, location, licensure, and certification requirements, as well as comparisons to current colleagues in similar roles. Trinity Health Benefits Summary All FirstChoice clinical Colleagues are PRN Status. Please refer to page 2 of the Benefit Summary Job Details: LOCATION: MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center START DATE: Flexible WEEKS: 13 HOURS: 36 Shift: Nights (6p-6a) Gross Weekly Rate: $2400.00 Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

UI Health Care is seeking a full-time Sr. Respiratory Therapist. To be responsible for the delivery of respiratory care, including ventilation, medical gas therapy, medicated aerosol therapy, pulmonary hygiene, blood gas sampling and analysis, non-invasive oxygen and carbon dioxide monitoring, and to supervise the implementation of respiratory care in the patient care units. Provide critical care expertise, education, routine shift staffing and shift operations relief. * Selected candidates will be eligible for a $10,000 sign-on incentive if all qualifications are met including a minimum two-year commitment. Current UI employees are not eligible. * This position will also be eligible to receive an additional advanced respiratory care services differential up to $5,000 (prorated based off percentage). Key Areas of Responsibility: Institutes and provides mechanical ventilation; institutes & provides all forms of CPAP & BiPAP; delivers medical gas therapy; provides safe delivery of medicated aerosol & general therapies; provides pulmonary hygiene standards; performs blood gas sampling & analysis; provides non-invasive monitoring; participates in orientation/education activities; assist in the training of students; adheres to hospital epidemiological practices; maintains appearance, demeanor, and attendance; maintains licensure; performs senior therapist duties; participates in technical operations of department; performs other special projects & tasks as assigned. *Respiratory Therapists must be a graduate of a Commission of Accreditation Respiratory Care (CoARC) approved program. Shift: Night shift (1900-0730) Percent of Time: 90-100%. Please note that the salary listed is based on 100% time University of Iowa Health Care-recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States-is Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center. Each day more than 12,000 employees, students, and volunteers work together to provide safe, quality health care and excellent service for our patients. Simply stated, our mission is: Changing Medicine. Changing Lives. Our primary and specialty care is provided by experts from all medical specialties, attracting patients from around the world. We offer our care in convenient, comfortable settings, using the most advanced approaches and with the best outcomes as our goal. The university is located along the picturesque Iowa River in Iowa City, a city of some 77,000 people (170,000+ in the metro area) regularly ranked as one of the nation's best places to live. Iowa City is less than four hours from Chicago and within five hours of Minneapolis, St. Louis, and Kansas City, readily accessible via interstate highways and a regional airport 30 minutes away. SEIU Pay Plan | University Human Resources - The University of Iowa (uiowa.edu) QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: * A Bachelor's degree in a health related science or an equivalent combination of related education and experience is required * Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care or National Society for Cardiopulmonary Technology and licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner by the State of Iowa is required * Maintain active NBRC Membership * 3-5 years' experience in Respiratory Care practice is required * Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required * Possess a current State of Iowa Respiratory Care Practitioner license QUALIFICATIONS DESIRED: * 3 to 5 years of recent critical care experience * Proficient in computer software applications * Respiratory Care-Adult Critical Care Specialist (RRT-ACCS) * Neonatal Specialty Care Respiratory Care Specialist (RRT-NPS) Position and Application details: In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as required to the submission: * Resume * Cover Letter Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check. Please contact *********************** with any questions. Additional Information * Classification Title: Senior Respiratory Therapist * Appointment Type: SEIU * Schedule: Full-time Compensation * Pay Level: 7 * Starting Salary Minimum: $57,151 * Starting Salary Maximum: Commensurate Contact Information * Organization: Healthcare * Contact Name: Lu Wilford * Contact Email: ***********************

Selected candidates with 2+ years of experience may be eligible for a $10,000 sign-on incentive if all qualifications are met including a minimum two-year commitment. ($5,000 sign-on for candidates with less than 2 years of experience). Current UI employees are not eligible. UI Health Care-recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States-is Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center. Each day more than 12,000 employees, students, and volunteers work together to provide safe, quality health care and excellent service for our patients. Simply stated, our mission is: Changing Medicine. Changing Lives. The UI Health Care Department of Emergency Medicine, Transport Services is seeking a part-time (90%) Respiratory Therapist for the NeoPeds Transport program. The NeoPeds Transport program works in collaboration with AirCare to provide high level, compassionate, emergency, and critical care services to referring hospitals by rotor wing and ground ambulance transfer. The NeoPeds team maintains a highly experienced medical staff, incorporating the latest technology in aviation, medical equipment, pharmacology, and continuing education. Our helicopters and specialty transport ground ambulances rapidly transport critically ill neonates and pediatric patients using AirCare and our MobileCare ground Transport Vehicles. In addition to transport shifts, the NeoPeds Respiratory therapist will provide inpatient staffing coverage as part of the schedule rotation. This role will be utilized within the EM Transport Services team and within inpatient respiratory therapy team. This position is responsible for respiratory therapy duties including oxygen and aerosol therapy, administration of specialty gases, application of ventilators, arterial puncture, blood gas analysis, implement patient driven protocols, and other duties as assigned. *Respiratory Therapists must be a graduate of a Commission of Accreditation Respiratory Care (CoARC) approved program. Positions Responsibilities Patient Care: Assess patients and provides interventions according to AirCare, PALS and NRP protocols in an emergent situation or after consultation with medical control and/or referring physician. Consults with medical control Exercises independent judgment in situations when sudden clinical changes occur. Implements necessary interventions and understands the expected outcomes. Collaborates with other team members in the planning and provision of optimal patient care during the transport process including appropriate bed placement. Understands the age specific patient needs regarding their growth and development process. Applies analytical and critical thinking skills in interpreting patient labs, CXR, other radiologic studies, and overall patient assessment. Attends deliveries at local hospitals and is responsible for the stabilization and preparation of the neonate for transfer. Documents care during transport including all demographics, vital signs assessments, procedures, medications administered, pertinent history and physical exam, provisional diagnosis, plan, and orders for care along with response to any interventions provided. Maintains competency in the performance of designated medical procedures required during transport: Airway and ventilator management Respiratory and cardiac arrest management Cardiac rhythm monitoring, interpretation, and management Endotracheal intubation Needle decompression Intraosseous needle insertion Interpretation of X-ray reports Calculation, preparation, and initiation of drug therapy Umbilical venous catheterization Point of Care blood analysis testing Serves as a resource for neonatal and pediatric patient care units by utilizing clinical expertise and knowledge. Effectively communicates with parents and families throughout the transport process. Respond to air or ground transport requests. Completes medical record charting according to department procedures. Implements and Provides Mechanical Ventilation: Provide detailed job responsibilities-sets up and checks out ventilators for stand-by according to department procedure. Consults with physicians to implement appropriate initial ventilator settings. Performs complete ventilator checks. Demonstrates an understanding of all modes of ventilation used at Ui Health Care. Demonstrates ability to troubleshoot all ventilators and circuitry used in areas of assignment. Provides in-line drug therapy. Provides safe in-house transport of ventilated patients. CPAP & BiPAP Management: Implements and provides all forms of CPAP & BiPAP. Sets up and processes supplies for CPAP, BiPAP, and NPCPAP and nasal pharyngeal circuit systems according to department policy. Demonstrates an understanding of all CPAP/BiPAP therapy and its intended use. Demonstrates ability to troubleshoot systems. Delivers Medical Gas Therapy: Sets up, delivers, and assesses therapeutic value of oxygen, nitric oxide, and other medical gasses according to department procedures. Troubleshoots medical gas delivery systems according to department policies Provides Safe Delivery of Medicated Aerosol & General Therapies: Provides medicated aerosol and general therapies including Ribavirin therapy to patients according to department procedures. Assesses the appropriate delivery method of inhaled medications and recommends the use of metered dose inhalers, as indicated. Provides Pulmonary Hygiene: Provides pulmonary hygiene services to patients. Provides comprehensive chest physical therapy. Provides Blood Gas Sampling & Analysis: Demonstrates acceptable technique in drawing venous, capillary, and arterial blood gases. Operates the blood gas analyzers according to manufacturer's directions. Demonstrates ability to calculate AVDO2 using monitor and calculator Provides Non-Invasive Monitoring: Sets up, operates, and troubleshoots Oximeters and Capnometers. Safety: Conduct equipment checks (including ambulance), quality control documentation, restocking and cleaning of supplies post transport. Regularly Attends safety briefings and staff and other applicable meetings. Provides a safe environment while maximizing clinical expertise during inter-facility transports. Ensures regularly scheduled maintenance of equipment. Complies with universal precautions. Complies with infection control procedures. Other responsibilities as assigned. Percent of Time: 90% Schedule: Rotating 24-hour and 12-hour shifts plus every other weekend and holiday rotation requirement Location: Regular salaried position is at the University Campus ED located in Iowa City, Iowa SEIU Pay Plan: ************************************************ Salary: Salary will vary based on years of experience and percent of effort. Pay Differentials: Shift differentials for evening, night, and weekend shifts. Benefits Highlights: Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans. ***************************** For more information about Why Iowa? click here Our primary and specialty care is provided by experts from all medical specialties, attracting patients from around the world. We offer our care in convenient, comfortable settings, using the most advanced approaches and with the best outcomes as our goal. The university is located along the picturesque Iowa River in Iowa City, a city of some 77,000 people (170,000+ in the metro area) regularly ranked as one of the nation's best places to live. Iowa City is less than four hours from Chicago and within five hours of Minneapolis, St. Louis, and Kansas City, readily accessible via interstate highways and a regional airport 30 minutes away. Required Qualifications: Required Education/Licenses/Certifications: Graduate of a two- or four-year AMA approved Respiratory Therapy program, or completion of the requirements to become registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care. Current State of Iowa Respiratory Care Practitioner license. NRP Certification PALS Certification Current CPR certification. Completion of Certified Neonatal Pediatric Transport (C-NPT) Specialty certification within two years of hire or completion of RRT-Neonatal/Pediatric Specialty (NPS) credential within two years of participating on transport team. *Obtain registry from the National Board for Respiratory Care within six (6) months of date of hire. Experience Requirements: Greater than 3 years of recent NICU, Level III Nursery, Neonatal/Pediatric transport, or PICU experience within the last six months is required. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required. Desired Qualifications: Desired Education/Certifications/Experience: Knowledge of University policies and procedures. Neonatal Pediatric Transport experience is desired. Prior neonatal/pediatric transport experience. Experience with an electronic medical record documentation system. Currently registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care. Application Process: Please attach a resume as part of the application process. Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. For questions or additional information, please contact Caroline Smith at ***************************. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process. This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization. Additional Information Compensation Contact Information

Responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of Respiratory patient care. Responsible for the delivery of Respiratory patient care, in cooperation with other health care team members, according to the patient care delivery model of each unit. The patients to be served include infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric. Why UnityPoint Health? At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We're proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members. Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you're in. Here are just a few: Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program. Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members. Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family. With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together. And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience. Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health. Responsibilities Clinical Excellence/Patient Care Conducts all aspects of the job in an ethical manner in support of the hospital's commitment to ethical behavior in all areas of personal and professional activity Utilizes assessment skills to provide respiratory care procedures to achieve optimal benefit to the patient Assists nursing with plan of care development and integrates a multidisciplinary approach Delegates tasks and responsibilities to other department associates and assumes responsibility for follow-up and collaboration Implements Respiratory Care procedures according to departmental standards, hospital protocol and procedures and within scope of practice Continually evaluates outcomes of Respiratory care by assessing patient/family responses and updating patient care to reflect changes in needs Successfully completes the hospital and department orientation and the annual hospital and department specific competencies Patient Education Assess and chooses teaching strategies appropriate to the patient's and their families' age specific needs, culture, gender, readiness to learn and level of comprehension. Focuses education on health and preventative health maintenance should be incorporated into the teaching plan Integrates patient/family teaching throughout the hospitalization as opportunities exist Provides therapeutic equipment teaching Consults appropriate resources within the hospital to provide specialized education. Demonstrates knowledge that patient and workplace safety is a priority by preventing errors, accidents and infections and reporting potential or actual concerns immediately. Leadership and Professional Development Assists in the orientation of new associates by acting as a resource and mentor to associates. Collaborates with unit leadership, as appropriate. Serves in preceptor role, as appropriate. Participates in the education experiences of students and/or RT interns. Continues professional development and involvement in professional activities that enhance the respiratory practice by sharing knowledge through networking and research. Utilizes evidenced based models of learning. Participates in department and hospital shared governance infrastructure and performance improvement activities. Assumes responsibility for own professional growth and development Basic UPH Performance Criteria Demonstrates the UnityPoint Health Values and Standards of Behaviors as well as adheres to policies and procedures and safety guidelines. Demonstrates ability to meet business needs of department with regular, reliable attendance. Employee maintains current licenses and/or certifications required for the position. Practices and reflects knowledge of HIPAA, TJC, DNV, OSHA and other federal/state regulatory agencies guiding healthcare. Completes all annual education and competency requirements within the calendar year. Is knowledgeable of hospital and department compliance requirements for federally funded healthcare programs (e.g. Medicare and Medicaid) regarding fraud, waste and abuse. Brings any questions or concerns regarding compliance to the immediate attention of hospital administrative staff. Takes appropriate action on concerns reported by department staff related to compliance. Foster Unity · Leverage the skills and abilities of each person to enable great teams. · Collaborate across departments, facilities, business units and regions. · Seek to understand and are open to diverse thoughts and perspectives. Own The Moment · Connect with each person treating them with courtesy, compassion, empathy and respect · Enthusiastically engage in our work. · Accountable for our individual actions and our team performance. · Responsible for solving problems regardless of the origin. Champion Excellence · Commit to the best outcomes and highest quality. · Have a relentless focus on exceeding expectations. · Believe in sharing our results, learning from our mistakes and celebrating our successes. Seize Opportunities · Embrace and promote innovation and transformation. · Create partnerships that improve care delivery in our communities. · Have the courage to challenge the status quo. Qualifications Requires completion of an accredited Respiratory Therapist program Current Iowa Respiratory Care practitioner (RCP) license. Active National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) status. Must possess and maintain cur Writes, reads, comprehends and speaks fluent English Multicultural sensitivity Demonstrates proficiency in the manual skills and techniques required to perform basic/advanced respiratory care in the administration of inhaled medication, medical gases, ventilator therapy and the operation of complicated, specialized respiratory and mechanical ventilation equipment Demonstrates skill, organization, and efficiency in performing required Respiratory Care activities Ability to complete a basic computer course on the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) through in-hospital training. rent Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Use of usual and customary equipment used to perform essential functions of the position.