Respiratory Therapist - University Campus (Weekend Option-nights)

University of Iowa; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Fringe benefit package including paid vacation

Flexible Spending Accounts

Retirement plans with employer contributions

Job summary

The University of Iowa is hiring a part-time Respiratory Therapist to perform various respiratory therapy duties, including oxygen and aerosol therapy, ventilator application, and conducting blood gas analysis. Candidates must be a graduate of an accredited program and hold a current State of Iowa license.

This position comes with a strong benefits package including paid vacation, health insurance options, and a significant sign-on incentive of $10,000 for new hires. The role requires excellent communication skills and completing registry within six months of hire.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA approved program or requirements to become registered.
• Possess a current Iowa Respiratory Care Practitioner license.
• Obtain registry within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for oxygen and aerosol therapy and ventilator application.
• Conduct arterial puncture and blood gas analysis.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

CPR certification

Education

Graduate of a two or four year AMA approved Respiratory Therapy program

State of Iowa Respiratory Care Practitioner license

Registry from the National Board for Respiratory Care

Job description

Key Responsibilities

Responsible for respiratory therapy duties including oxygen and aerosol therapy, administration of specialty gases, application of ventilators, arterial puncture, blood gas analysis, implement patient driven protocols, and other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options
• Two available retirement plans – TIAA/CREF and IPERS with up to 10% employer contributions
• Additional 403(b) and 457(b) voluntary retirement options
• Flexible Spending Accounts

Compensation

Pay Level: 5

Percent of Time: Weekend Option (60%), 12-hour nights Saturday and Sunday rotation (1900‑0730). 50% hourly premium pay for weekend option. Position also eligible for evening and night differentials.

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of a two or four year AMA approved Respiratory Therapy program, or completion of the requirements to become registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care.
• Possess a current State of Iowa Respiratory Care Practitioner license.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Possess a current CPR certification card.
• Obtain registry from the National Board for Respiratory Care within six (6) months of date of hire.

Desired Qualifications

• Greater than one year of recent ICU level experience.
• Experience with an electronic medical record documentation system.
• Currently registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care.

Sign‑On & Differential Incentives

• Eligible for a $10,000 sign‑on incentive if all qualifications are met including a minimum two‑year commitment. Current UI employees are not eligible.
• Eligible to receive an additional advanced respiratory care services differential up to $5,000 (prorated based on percentage).

Classification & Schedule

• Classification Title: Respiratory Therapist
• Appointment Type: SEIU
• Schedule: Part‑time

Contact

Organization: Healthcare
Contact Name: Lu Wilford
Contact Email: [e-mail]