Travel Respiratory Therapist - $1,960 per week

Vibra Travels; Ottumwa (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday Pay

License reimbursement

Medical benefits

Referral bonus

Job summary

Vibra Travels is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for a travel assignment in Ottumwa, Iowa. The position supports a 13-week engagement with 36 hours per week on 12-hour day shifts in a travel capacity.

Minimum qualifications include graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program, active license in the employment state, and ability to travel. Benefits include competitive pay with stipends and license/cert reimbursements.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program required.
• One (1) year critical care and/or artificial airway and ventilator care experience preferred.
• Current, valid, and active license to practice as a Registered Respiratory Therapist or Certified Respiratory Therapist in the state of employment required.
• Current, valid, and active driver’s license required.
• Ability to travel using publicly available air and ground transportation.
• Recent acute care experience for acute care and LTAC placements

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory therapy care to patients as assigned on travel assignments.
• Assist with airway management, ventilator care, and related therapies in acute care settings.

Education

Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

Vibra Travels is seeking a travel Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Ottumwa, Iowa.

• Specialty: Respiratory Therapist


• Discipline: Allied Health Professional


• Start Date: 11/09/2026


• Duration: 13 weeks


• 36 hours per week


• Shift: 12 hours, days


• Employment Type: Travel

VIBRA TRAVELS is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to join our expanding network of healthcare professionals. We’re looking for dependable, detail-focused travelers with experience in a healthcare setting. If you're ready to assist in life-changing procedures while traveling the country, this is your opportunity!

Minimum Qualifications:
Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program required.
One (1) year critical care and/or artificial airway and ventilator care experience preferred.
Current, valid, and active license to practice as a Registered Respiratory Therapist or Certified Respiratory Therapist in the state of employment required.
Current, valid, and active driver’s license required.
Ability to travel using publicly available air and ground transportation.
Recent acute care experience for acute care and LTAC placements

Certificates, Licensures, Registrations:
Current, valid, and active license to practice as a Registered Respiratory Therapist or Certified Respiratory Therapist in the state of employment required. Documented proof of obtained degrees for regulatory compliance purposes.
Current BLS and ACLS certification from a Vibra-approved vendor required, AHA preferred and required by some clients.
Additional certifications may be required by Vibra Travels and/or client (ex ACLS, PALS, NRP)

Unlike working for agency after agency, with our travel program, you get to work for a company:
Work with 1 recruiter from start to finish and assignment to assignment
Local andNon-localpositions available
Competitive hourly rate in addition to tax-free stipend (if applicable)
No pay cuts mid-contract
Referral bonus (up to $1000 per referral!)
License reimbursement if traveling to new state where new license isrequired
Your pick of assignments at partner facilities from various health systems across the country

Vibra follows federal and state requirements for vaccinations, vaccination offerings, and disease screening. Some states and locations may have different vaccine or screening requirements.

To find out more information or check out our website at www.vibratravels.com

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Vibra Travels Job ID #19372294. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Respiratory Therapy:Respiratory Therapist,07:00:00-19:00:00

About Vibra Travels

Regardless of the placement you’re seeking, you’ll experience the same great benefits when choosing Vibra Travels for your next contract.

White-glove service, every step of the way:

At Vibra Travels, we believe in providing top-notch service to our travel nurses. From the moment you first contact us, you’ll experience a level of support and care that sets us apart from the rest.

Your recruiter, your partner:

Unlike other travel nursing agencies, we believe in building one-on-one relationships with our clinicians. Your dedicated recruiter will be your advocate, guiding you through the entire process and ensuring your needs are met.

Clinical support at your fingertips:

We understand that being a traveler can sometimes be challenging. That’s why we have a dedicated clinical support team available to answer any questions or concerns you may have during your assignments.

Nationwide placements, endless opportunities:

With Vibra Travels, you’ll have access to placements across the nation. Whether you’re looking for an acute care, rehabilitation, critical care, or behavioral health hospital, we have opportunities waiting for you in every corner of the country.

Join us today and experience traveling done different!

Benefits

• Holiday Pay


• License and certification reimbursement


• Medical benefits


• Referral bonus