Travel Respiratory Therapist, RRT

Trinity Health

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

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

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in respiratory therapy with a focus on patient care, quality improvement, and effective communication. Holds current RRT credential and valid state license, ensuring compliance with professional standards and practices.

Highest-signal resume keywords

RRT CredentialRespiratory Therapy ExperiencePatient CareInterpersonal SkillsQuality Improvement

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Hard Skills

Respiratory TherapyPatient AssessmentAARC GuidelinesAnalytical SkillsBasic Computer Skills

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationCollaborationAdaptabilityAccountabilityCultural Competence

Tools & Technologies

Windows Environment

Certifications & Qualifications

RRT CredentialState License in Respiratory Care

Industry Keywords

Health SystemQuality Improvement PracticesFloating AssignmentsProfessional Practice Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Fill short- and long-term respiratory therapy assignments throughout the health system
Float throughout the hospital and/or multiple hospital locations and regions
Apply professional practice standards according to AARC guidelines
Act independently and appropriately within the scope of knowledge and experience
Retain accountability for delegation, choices, decisions, and outcomes
Collaborate with key stakeholders and contribute to quality improvement practices and outcomes
Take on new and additional responsibilities
Manage competing priorities while embracing new ideas and cultural differences
Work 12-hour day shifts, 3x12 hours per week, for a 13-week assignment

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 communicate effectively with patients, physicians, other health personnel, and department management
Analytical skills necessary to identify patients’ needs
Demonstrated basic computer skills in a Windows environment
Qualified and willing to float throughout the hospital and/or multiple hospital locations and/or regions

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
PRN status benefits per Trinity Health Benefits Summary