Travel Respiratory Therapy Technician in Council Bluffs, IA

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.

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