Travel Respiratory Therapist, RRT

Trinity Health

. Fill short- and long-term assignments throughout the health system .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeDes Moines • Iowa • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $32 - $35 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise as a Respiratory Therapist with a focus on patient care, collaboration, and adherence to AARC guidelines. Capable of managing competing priorities and working independently in diverse healthcare settings.

Highest-signal resume keywords

2 Years Experience As A Respiratory TherapistCurrent RRT CredentialValid State License In Respiratory CareAdvanced Practitioner-Accredited Respiratory Therapist Program GraduateInterpersonal Skills

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Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsEffective Communication

Tools & Technologies

Basic Computer SkillsWindows Environment

Certifications & Qualifications

RRT Credential

Industry Keywords

AARC GuidelinesPatient CareQuality Improvement PracticesHealthcare SettingsDelegationAccountability

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Fill short- and long-term assignments throughout the health system
Float throughout the hospital and/or multiple hospital locations and regions
Follow standard elements of professional practice per AARC guidelines
Practice independently and appropriately within scope of knowledge and experience
Retain accountability for delegation, choices, decisions, and outcomes
Collaborate with stakeholders and contribute to quality and improvement practices and outcomes
Take on new and additional responsibilities
Manage competing priorities while embracing new ideas and cultural differences
Fill critical positions during unforeseen circumstances or extended leaves of absence
Work in varied practice settings locally or nationally

Requirements

What you’ll need

2 years of experience as a Respiratory Therapist
Graduate of a two-year advanced practitioner-accredited Respiratory Therapist program; registry eligible
Current RRT credential
Valid State License in Respiratory Care if required in the state where working
Interpersonal skills necessary to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, other health personnel, and department management
Analytical skills necessary to identify patients’ needs
Demonstrated basic computer skills in a Windows environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Premium Pay
Flexible Scheduling
Travel and Per Diem opportunities available
Variety of Practice Settings
DailyPay available
Reimbursement of License and Certifications available per assignment
Opportunity to participate in 403B program
Tax Free Allowance if Qualified
$60 per hour for local assignments