Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $2,275 per week

About the role

American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist for a night‑shift assignment in Fort Dodge, Iowa, requiring 2+ years of experience and proficiency with Draeger or GE ventilators. The position is in a Respiratory Care unit with possible float to general pediatrics/newborn nursery, working 12‑hour night shifts (6:30 PM–6:30 AM), 36 hours per week, with a weekend requirement every third weekend. No on‑call duties are required, and the facility uses Epic EMR.

Job ID: P-756938

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care in a Respiratory Care unit; may float to general pediatrics/newborn nursery
• Work 12‑hour night shifts (6:30 PM–6:30 AM)
• Participate as part of an interdisciplinary care team
• Attend orientation each Monday
• Work two of the three winter holidays (Christmas, New Year’s, Thanksgiving)
• Observe limited time‑off requests during peak holiday periods (late November, late December)
• Maintain a taxable address outside 50 miles of the facility

Requirements

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification
• Iowa state license (compact license accepted)
• Minimum 2 years of previous respiratory therapy experience
• At least one completed travel contract preferred
• Draeger or GE ventilator experience
• Pediatric and newborn nursery experience
• Valid driver’s license
• Current work history/resume
• Skills checklist completed within the past year
• One supervisory reference

Skills

• Proficiency with Draeger or GE ventilators
• Experience in pediatric and newborn nursery settings
• Familiarity with Epic EMR
• Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team
• Strong communication and documentation skills

Benefits

• Premium medical, dental, vision, and life insurance effective day one
• Generous 401(k) match
• Substantial housing stipends
• 24/7 support and access to in‑house clinicians

Pay

Pay package is based on 12‑hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with a tax‑free stipend amount to be determined.

Schedule

• Night shift: 12‑hour shifts (6:30 PM–6:30 AM)
• 36 hours per week (typically