Respiratory Therapist (RRT) -

Council Bluffs, IA Pay:

$55,000-$82,000/yr + shift differentials Sign on

Bonus:

$30,000 Position Overview We are seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to join a collaborative acute care team providing respiratory care to adult, pediatric, and newborn patients across multiple hospital departments. This role offers a diverse patient population, advanced respiratory equipment, and the opportunity to work alongside an experienced multidisciplinary team in a fast-paced hospital setting. Shift Details Full-time 12-hour shifts Flexible scheduling based on department needs Every other weekend required Rotating holidays with permanent staff Typically no call required (30-minute response time if needed) Department-specific orientation: 2 days Will not be the only Respiratory Therapist on duty No floating to a sister campus Compensation & Incentives Competitive compensation Shift differentials available where applicable Comprehensive benefits package Supportive leadership and team environment Opportunity to work with a wide variety of patient populations and advanced respiratory equipment Key Responsibilities Provide respiratory care for adult, pediatric, and newborn patients. Assess, treat, and monitor patients throughout the hospital. Draw arterial blood gases (ABGs). Perform EKGs as needed. Assist physicians during intubation procedures. Administer respiratory treatments and therapies. Operate and troubleshoot ventilators and respiratory equipment. Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary care teams. Respond to respiratory emergencies throughout the facility. Deliver approximately 30-40 respiratory treatments and patient checks per shift. Requirements Experience Minimum of 1 year of Respiratory Therapy experience required. Licensure & Certifications Active Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential required. BLS certification required. ACLS certification required. PALS preferred. NRP preferred. CRT candidates will not be considered. Why This Opportunity Care for adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients. Exposure to a wide range of high-acuity cases including STEMI, CVA, COVID, EKOS, cardiac arrest, and IABP patients.

Work throughout the hospital including:

Emergency Department ICU Medical/Surgical Floors Pediatrics Labor & Delivery Nursery Operating Room PACU Sleep Lab Outpatient Services Hospitalist and Intensivist coverage available 24/7. Utilize advanced respiratory equipment including Drager ventilators, A40, LTV, Avea (Nursery), V-60, and Vapotherm systems. Supportive department leadership with a collaborative team environment. Location Highlights Council Bluffs offers the convenience of a mid-sized community with easy access to the Omaha metro area while maintaining a lower cost of living. Residents enjoy a growing dining and entertainment scene, miles of trails along the Missouri River, nearby parks, family-friendly neighborhoods, and attractions such as casinos, concerts, and outdoor recreation. Its central Midwest location also provides convenient travel throughout the region.

Job Type:

Full-time Benefits Medical, dental, and vision insurance Retirement plan Paid time off Continuing education opportunities Shift differentials Employee assistance programs Additional employer-sponsored benefits

Work Location:

On-site -

Council Bluffs, Iowa Pay:

$55,000.00 - $82,600.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person