Respiratory Therapist

Decatur County Hospital; Iowa, Northern (LA, KY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Decatur County Hospital is seeking a part-time Respiratory Therapist to deliver respiratory and cardiopulmonary care across ages.

The role involves assessment, treatment, diagnostic testing, rehabilitation, and patient education in collaboration with the healthcare team.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
• RRT or CRT.
• Current license in the State of Iowa.
• Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications.
• Strong clinical assessment, communication, and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and collaborate effectively with patients, providers, and interdisciplinary team members.

Responsibilities

• Deliver respiratory and cardiopulmonary care to patients of all ages.
• Perform assessment, treatment, diagnostic testing, and rehabilitation.
• Educate patients and collaborate with providers.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Independent work

Multitasking

Education

Accredited Respiratory Therapy program

Job description

Day/Hours: Part-Time – 16-24 hours per week

Summary: Respiratory Therapist delivers respiratory and cardiopulmonary care to patients of all ages through assessment, treatment, diagnostic testing, rehabilitation services, and patient education. This role works collaboratively with providers and the healthcare team to provide quality care across a variety of clinical settings.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT).
• Current Respiratory Care Practitioner license in the State of Iowa.
• Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications.
• Strong clinical assessment, communication, and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and collaborate effectively with patients, providers, and interdisciplinary team members.

Decatur County Hospital is an equal opportunity employer.

Healthy Steps Childcare ,which opened in August 2026, is conveniently located adjacent to Decatur County Hospital, providing employees with the opportunity of quality childcare close to work.