Travel

Respiratory Therapist

West Burlington, IA

Respiratory Therapist – Travel Contract

West Burlington, IA | Nights | 13-Week Contract

This travel opportunity is open for a skilled Respiratory Therapist to join a clinical team providing high-quality respiratory care across a broad range of patient populations, including neonatal, infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.

Shift Details

Night shift: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
12-hour shifts | 36 hours per week guaranteed
Weekend block schedule: Friday – Sunday
On-call required once per scheduling period
Must be available to cover other shifts as needed
Up to one mandatory low-census shift may be implemented per week based on patient volume

Clinical Responsibilities

Assess, treat, and care for patients with breathing disorders across multiple acuity levels
Initiate and conduct therapeutic respiratory procedures
Select, assemble, check, and operate respiratory care equipment
Maintain accurate patient records
Supervise respiratory care students as needed

Preferred Experience

Some pediatric experience preferred
Start Date: September 14, 2026

Required Credentials & Certifications

Valid Respiratory Therapist license (verified at submission)
Current immunizations: COVID-19, MMR, Hepatitis B, Varicella, Tdap, TB test
Fit testing required prior to start
Background check, drug screen, and skills checklist required for onboarding

This is a great fit for an experienced RT comfortable working weekends, managing diverse patient populations, and stepping into an on-call rotation.