Respiratory Therapist $5,000 Sign-On Bonus (Weekend Package)
- $5,000 sign-on bonus
- Weekends
- BLS
- ACLS
How this pay compares
This posting states $40 an hour. Open respiratory therapist jobs in Iowa post a median of $38 an hour, the middle half $32.89–$40, across 15 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post. Respiratory therapists employed in Iowa earn a median of $35.94 an hour, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab).
About the job
Respiratory Therapist (RT/RRT/CRT/CRTT/CCT)
Harmony House Care Center | Waterloo, Iowa
Weekend Package | Full-Time | Friday–Sunday Schedule | $5,000 Sign-On Bonus l Second Shift l 6:00PM-6:00AM
Looking for a Respiratory Therapist position that lets you maximize your earnings while working a consistent weekend schedule?
At Harmony House Care Center, we're offering a $5,000 sign-on bonus for our Weekend Package Respiratory Therapist. This position is designed for professionals who prefer working weekends while enjoying more flexibility during the week. You'll provide exceptional respiratory care, build meaningful relationships with residents, and be part of a supportive clinical team committed to quality care.
If you're looking for a position that offers a consistent schedule, competitive pay, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact while enjoying weekdays off, we'd love to meet you.
Why Join Harmony House?
Weekend Package = More Flexibility.
- Applicable Weekend Package incentives.
- Enjoy weekdays for family, appointments, school, or personal time.
- Full-time benefits.
- Part-time applicants are welcome, we're flexible for the right candidate.
- Join a supportive team where your expertise is valued and your career can grow.
Who Should Apply?
We're looking for Respiratory Therapists who are passionate about providing exceptional respiratory care and making a difference in the lives of others. We encourage applications from:
- Experienced Respiratory Therapists (RT, RRT, CRT, CRTT, or CCT).
- New graduate Respiratory Therapists ready to launch their careers.
- Graduates of Hawkeye Community College and other CoARC-accredited Respiratory Therapy programs.
- Respiratory Therapists looking for a flexible schedule that leaves weekdays available.
- RTs passionate about caring for residents with ventilators, tracheostomies, and complex respiratory needs.
Whether you're an experienced RT or just beginning your career, Harmony House Care Center is committed to investing in your success.
What You'll Do
As a Respiratory Therapist, you will
- Perform comprehensive respiratory assessments.
- Provide ventilator management and monitoring.
- Deliver tracheostomy (Trach) care.
- Administer respiratory treatments and oxygen therapy.
- Develop and implement individualized respiratory care plans.
- Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, therapy, and interdisciplinary team members.
- Monitor residents' respiratory status and modify treatments as appropriate.
- Document assessments, treatments, and outcomes accurately.
- Educate residents, families, and staff regarding respiratory care.
Qualifications
Applicants should possess
- Associate's degree (minimum) from a CoARC-accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
- Iowa Respiratory Therapist License (or eligibility).
- CRTT, CRT, RRT, or CCT credential.
- BLS certification required (ACLS preferred).
- New graduates are encouraged to apply.
Benefits
- Competitive wages plus Weekend Package premium pay.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- 401(k) with employer match.
- Employee Concierge Program.
- Internal advancement opportunities.
- Supportive leadership is invested in your success.
- Get paid as you earn through Tapcheck.
If you're passionate about respiratory care and looking for a position that offers flexibility, meaningful work, and the opportunity to grow your career, we'd love to meet you.
Conveniently located in Waterloo for applicants from Cedar Falls, Waverly, Evansdale, Denver, La Porte City, Independence, and the surrounding Cedar Valley communities.
From Harmony House Care Center's job posting, checked Oct 29, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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