Respiratory Therapist-Registered

UnityPoint Health•Dubuque, IA

About The Position

Overview Shift: PRN, as needed. Looking for someone that is available to work both days and nights. Provide expert respiratory care to a diverse patient population across inpatient and outpatient settings, ranging from neonates to adults. Deliver safe, efficient, and compassionate respiratory therapies and diagnostic testing while maintaining equipment, documenting accurately, and collaborating with healthcare teams to optimize patient outcomes. Why UnityPoint Health? At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members. Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in. Here are just a few: Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program . Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members. Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family . With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together. And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience. Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

Requirements

Must be a graduate of an approved Respiratory Care Program
Must be licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner in the State of Iowa
Must be a Registered Respiratory Therapist with the National Board for Respiratory Care
Must possess and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Must possess and maintain current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification or within three (3) months from date of hire

Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality respiratory therapy to patients of all ages.
Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement care plans.
Perform diagnostic tests, administer treatments, and monitor patient progress.
Respond promptly to critical situations, ensuring safe and effective care.
Educate patients and families on respiratory conditions, treatments, and equipment use.
Maintain accurate, timely documentation and contribute to quality improvement initiatives.