Respiratory Therapist
How this pay compares
This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open respiratory therapist jobs in Iowa post a median of $36.18 an hour, the middle half $32.13–$39.75, across 18 jobs that state their pay. Respiratory therapists employed in Iowa earn a median of $35.94 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
What Iowa requires of a respiratory therapist
Respiratory care practitioner license, from the Iowa Board of Respiratory Care and Polysomnography (Professional Licensure Division).
- Complete a respiratory care education program accredited by or under a letter of review from CoARC or CAAHEP and pass the NBRC Therapist Multiple-Choice or CRT exam at the NBRC minimum passing score; fingerprint-based background check (645 IAC 261.2, 261.3).
- Staying active: Biennial continuing education period runs April 1 of even-numbered years to March 31 two years later; respiratory care practitioners need a minimum of 24 hours (645 IAC 262.2).
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About the job
Oakland Manor, located in Oakland, IA is looking for a full time Respiratory Therapist. This person will be able to work four 10 hour shifts, or three 12 hour shift, with every other weekend and every other holiday.
Respiratory Therapist Description:
Main duties are to assess, treat and care for residents with disorders. Will initiate and conduct therapeutic procedure; maintains patient record and selects, assembles, checks and maintains operation of appropriate medical equipment per physicians order. Weaning of ventilator patients. Care for tracheostomy and stoma areas.
Respiratory Therapist Requirements
- Dealing with long term ventilator patients who often needed a lot of direct care.
- Prior experience a benefit, but not required.
- Strong clinical background.
- Associate of Science Degree in Respiratory Therapy
- Iowa Licensed Respiratory Therapy
- Certification (CRT) Certified Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Registered Respiratory Therapist.
Respiratory Therapist Skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Excellent communication
- Strong time management skills
- Positive attitude
- Flexible/adaptable
- Ability to work well with others; excellent interpersonal skills.
Required experience
- Certification (CRT) Certified Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Registered Respiratory Therapist.: 1 year
For Inquires please contact:
Oakland Manor
737 North Highway Street
Oakland, IA 51560
712.482.6403
AAP/EEO Statement
Our facility provides equal employment opportunities. We are committed to complying with all state, federal, and local laws that prohibit discrimination in employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfers, compensation, benefits, training, programs, reductions in workforce, termination, and recall. Our facility strives to provide equal opportunity for employment to all individuals who are properly qualified and able to perform the duties of their employment, without regard to employees’ legally-protected characteristics (“protected class”) including: age, sex, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, pregnancy, medical condition, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex stereotyping, or genetic information.
From MGM Healthcare's job posting, checked 12 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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