Respiratory Therapist Registered

Job Overview

Overview

Shift: PRN, as needed! As a PRN you will be required to work a minimum of (1) 12 hour shift per month, (2) weekends per year and (1) holiday per year. Hours available will be on days and nights.

The Registered Respiratory Therapist provides expert respiratory care to a diverse patient population across inpatient and outpatient settings, ranging from neonates to adults. Deliver safe, efficient, and compassionate respiratory therapies and diagnostic testing while maintaining equipment, documenting accurately, and collaborating with healthcare teams to optimize patient outcomes.

Why UnityPoint Health?

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 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 focused on 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, health and vision 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.

Join our team of experts and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality respiratory therapy to patients of all ages.

• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement care plans.

• Perform diagnostic tests, administer treatments, and monitor patient progress.

• Respond promptly to critical situations, ensuring safe and effective care.

• Educate patients and families on respiratory conditions, treatments, and equipment use.

• Maintain accurate, timely documentation and contribute to quality improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

Education:

• Must be a graduate of an approved Respiratory Care Program

Certification/License:

• Must be licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner in the State of Iowa
• Must be a Registered Respiratory Therapist with the National Board for Respiratory Care
• Must possess and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Must possess and maintain current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification or within three (3) months from date of hire

Ready to make a difference? Apply now and be part of a team with FOCUS VALUES that Foster Unity, Champion Excellence, Seize Opportunities, and Owns the Moment with our team members and our patients in every interaction.