
Hospital | Registered Respiratory Therapist
- Agency
- GHR Healthcare
- Location
- Davenport, IA
- Job type
- Travel
- Profession
- Respiratory Therapist
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Sep 30, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $48.61
- Weekly
- $1,750
- Yearly (full-time)
- $91,000
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
- Start date
- November 1, 2026
This job pays about $48.61/hour — 35% above the median for Respiratory Therapist jobs in Iowa ($35.94/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.
Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 36 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Respiratory Therapist jobs in Iowa right now
- 54 open Respiratory Therapist jobs in Iowa from 6 agencies, 17 of them in Davenport.
- Pay in these listings: $44.92 – $63.86/hour, median $51.00/hour.
- Typical Respiratory Therapist pay in Iowa: $35.94/hour ($74,755/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: AHS Staffing ($54.19/hour across 22 jobs).
Job description
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Travel Jobs – Hospital Pulmonary Services in Davenport, Iowa
Position Overview
Join a hospital pulmonary services team as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) on a 13-week travel contract in Davenport, Iowa. This on-site night-shift respiratory therapy job is ideal for a skilled respiratory care professional who is passionate about supporting patients with acute and chronic pulmonary needs. Davenport, located in the welcoming Quad Cities region along the Mississippi River, offers a vibrant community, scenic surroundings, and convenient access to cultural, dining, and outdoor activities.
Respiratory Therapist Job Details
- Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
- Healthcare Setting: Hospital – Pulmonary Services
- Location: Davenport, Iowa
- Location Keywords: Davenport respiratory therapist jobs; Iowa respiratory therapy jobs
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,690–$1,810
- Schedule: 12-hour night shifts
- Hours: 36 hours per week
- Contract Duration: 13 weeks
- Start Date: November 1, 2026
- End Date: January 30, 2027
- Weekend and Holiday Coverage: Every other weekend and one holiday during the assignment
Registered Respiratory Therapist Job Requirements
- Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential or respiratory therapist license or certification appropriate for practice in Iowa
- At least 1 year of respiratory therapy experience; hospital or acute-care experience preferred
- Ability to provide safe, effective respiratory care for patients with acute and chronic pulmonary conditions
- Strong patient assessment, communication, clinical judgment, and electronic documentation skills
- Availability to work 12-hour night shifts, every other weekend, and one holiday
- Successful completion of required competency validation, license or certificate verification, and standard onboarding requirements
Respiratory Therapy Responsibilities
- Assess, monitor, and treat patients experiencing respiratory disorders and other pulmonary conditions
- Deliver respiratory therapy interventions in accordance with established clinical standards and individualized care plans
- Monitor patient response to respiratory treatments and communicate changes to the interdisciplinary care team
- Operate, troubleshoot, and maintain respiratory care equipment safely and effectively
- Document respiratory assessments, treatments, patient responses, and ongoing care accurately
- Collaborate with nurses, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to support positive patient outcomes
- Provide patient and family education related to respiratory care, therapies, and equipment
Apply now for this Registered Respiratory Therapist travel opportunity in Davenport, Iowa, and join a hospital pulmonary services team dedicated to quality patient care.
Benefits
401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal Opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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