Travel Respiratory Therapist, RRT 

Trinity Health·Mason City, Iowa

$32 - $60/hrPart Time On Site 2-5 yrsPosted 2 months ago

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Travel Respiratory Therapist, RRT  · $32 - $60/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

-48% vs. median posted rate for allied health roles in Mason City, Iowa ($61.78/hr)

55 similar openings in the Mason City area · median $63.65/hr

4 days median time this employer’s postings stay open (last 90 days)

$6.00/hr · p10p90 · $83.20/hr

this role: $32.22/hrmedian $61.78/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of posted allied health roles in Mason City, Iowa rates. This role sits in the 25th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 48% below the Mason City, Iowa median for allied health roles.

Provide respiratory therapy services by floating across various hospital locations and regions to fill short and long-term assignments. Collaborate with stakeholders to implement quality improvement practices and maintain professional standards per AARC guidelines.

Employment type: Part time

SHIFT: 12 Hour Night Shift

Description

Position Purpose

Are you an experienced Respiratory Therapist looking for premium compensation and maximum flexibility? Explore FirstChoice – Trinity Health's mobile staffing solution! FirstChoice RT’s are utilized to fill short and long-term assignments throughout the health system, and we need you to be a part of this innovative program! Nationwide and Regional opportunities available!

What you will do

Qualified and willing to float throughout the hospital and/or throughout multiple hospital locations and/or regions
Knows, understands, incorporates & demonstrates standard elements of professional practice per AARC guidelines.
Acts independently & appropriately within, scope of knowledge & experience in practice area
Retains accountability for delegation, choices, decisions & outcomes
Collaborates with key stakeholders & contributes to quality & improvement practices & outcomes
Exhibits agility & willingness to take on new & additional responsibilities
Embraces new ideas & cultural differences while managing competing priorities

Minimum Qualifications

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 you are working.
Interpersonal skills necessary to effectively communicate with patients, physicians and other health personnel and department management during all situations and in line with our mission and values.
Analytical skills necessary to identify patient’s needs.
Demonstrated basic computer skills in a Windows environment.

Position Highlights and Benefits

Premium Pay
Flexible Scheduling

Requirements

Requires a minimum of 2 years of experience as a Respiratory Therapist and graduation from an accredited program. Must hold a current RRT credential and a valid state license in respiratory care.

associate degree
professional certificate
Analytical Skills
Patient Assessment
Interpersonal Communication
Patient Care
Respiratory Care
Clinical Collaboration
Windows Environment
Professional Practice Standards

Posting details

Employment type: Part Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 2-5 yrs
Salary: $32 - $60/hr
Location: Mason City, Iowa
Posted: Jul 2, 2026
Application: Employer website

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