Respiratory Therapist - PRN

Respiratory TherapistPer Diem

Listed compensation

$27.67-$41.51/hr

The week · per this posting

Schedule not stated in this posting — no days, weekends, call or nights given.

Ask the employer about call expectations, weekend coverage, nights and shift pattern and time off.

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Job Description

Join Guttenberg Municipal Hospital & Clinics as a PRN Respiratory Therapist and take the first step in an exciting healthcare career! This opportunity invites recent graduates and mid-career professionals alike to work onsite in beautiful Guttenberg, Iowa. Benefit from a dynamic, customer-focused environment that values innovation and excellence.

Your impact will be felt as you contribute to a compassionate team that prioritizes patient safety and well-being. With competitive pay ranging from $27.67 to $41.51 per hour, you'll be rewarded for your expertise and commitment. Be part of a high-performance culture where your ideas are valued, and personal and professional growth is encouraged.

You will be given great benefits such as Competitive Salary, IPERS, 457b, and 457b Roth. Don't miss your chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients while enjoying the flexibility of PRN work! Apply today!

Guttenberg Municipal Hospital & Clinics: Our Mission

For more than 60 years, Guttenberg Municipal Hospital & Clinics has been a supportive, helpful neighbor in the community we all love. Though we have expanded our services and specialties while upgrading our technology and facilities, you'll find we have kept our personalized, family-focused approach to healthcare alive and well. Learn more about our patients and services in our most recent newsletter Keeping You Well.

Day to day as a Respiratory Therapist -- PRN

As a PRN Respiratory Therapist at Guttenberg Municipal Hospital & Clinics, you will be instrumental in establishing and maintaining respiratory care equipment, ensuring a safe and clean care environment for all patients.

Your role will involve performing routine therapy with a solid understanding of current respiratory theory, principles of care, and procedures. You will engage in critical tasks such as cardiac and pulmonary rehab intake, individualized treatment plan (ITP) development, and daily patient care.

Additionally, you will conduct stress testing, including treadmill and nuclear medicine assessments, while actively participating in quality improvement initiatives. Your contributions will enhance department operations and communications, reflecting the mission and objectives of GMHC.

Accountability for knowledge, awareness, and practices related to GMHC's quality initiatives, behavioral standards, and corporate compliance program will be essential in delivering excellence in patient care.

Would you be a great Respiratory Therapist -- PRN?

To thrive as a PRN Respiratory Therapist at Guttenberg Municipal Hospital & Clinics, candidates must hold an Associate's degree from an accredited school for respiratory care and maintain a current RRT credential with the NBRC, alongside a valid license from the Iowa Board of Respiratory Care.

Ideal candidates will possess certifications in BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP, coupled with robust clinical knowledge to deliver high-quality respiratory care.

Proficiency in personal computers, printers, and Microsoft Office applications is essential, as is familiarity with the EMR EPIC platform and insurance authorizations.

Strong customer service skills, including effective communication and interpersonal abilities, are critical for interacting with patients and team members. Successful candidates will demonstrate excellent organizational and time management skills, showcasing their ability to multitask in a fast-paced, professional environment while being courteous, articulate, and reliable in all professional interactions.

Knowledge and Skills Required for the Position Are

Associates degree from an accredited school for respiratory care or higher.

Must maintain current RRT credential with the NBRC and valid license with the Iowa Board of Respiratory Care. Ideal candidate would have BLS, ACLS, PALS and NRP certification.

Must have clinical knowledge necessarily to competently perform quality respiratory care. Proficiency in operation of personal computers printers, fax, internet, telephone and email programs as well as Microsoft Office applications.

Must demonstrate strong customer service skills including good communication and interpersonal skills Must have good organizational and time management skills. This individual will be courteous, articulate, and reliable. Must be able to multi-task in a fast paced professional environment

  • Previous secretary or clerical experience in healthcare with knowledge of medical terminology
  • EMR EPIC platform and insurance authorizations.
  • Join our team today!

If you think this role will suit your needs, great! Applying is a piece of cake. Good luck - we're excited to meet you!

Post-offer, pre-employment fit-for-duty assessment required, as well as Influenza vaccination.

Key Responsibilities

The Respiratory Therapist will perform routine respiratory therapy, conduct cardiac and pulmonary rehab intake, and manage individualized treatment plans. They are also responsible for maintaining respiratory equipment and performing stress testing while adhering to quality improvement initiatives.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an Associate's degree in respiratory care, a current RRT credential from the NBRC, and a valid Iowa license. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, EMR systems, and certifications in BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP are required or highly preferred.

Qualifications

Education
Associate degree

Key Skills

Cardiac rehabTreatment plan developmentEquipment maintenanceOrganizational skillsMultitasking

Respiratory Therapy Career Context

Of the 40 active Respiratory Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 5% are remote, 60% have no call, 50% require no weekends.

Respiratory Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.3% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).

Respiratory Therapy by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score4.8 / 10 · above average in respiratory therapyranked against 3,922 Respiratory Therapy listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$58k–$86kRespiratory Therapy median $114k (middle half $104k–$133k)227 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$82k in purchasing powerIowa index 87.8 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Respiratory Therapy listings in Iowa72 active3,903 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 5% remote · 60% no call · 50% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedUS healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 24% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 9% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026
New Respiratory Therapy listings1,246 in the last 30 days727 the 30 days before (+71%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Respiratory Therapy pay trend+1.3% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (3,922 Respiratory Therapy listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top contract/1099 Respiratory Therapist Jobs

32 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

28 jobs · 18 employers
13
<$85k
4
$85k-100k
9
$100k-115k
2
$115k-130k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

18 jobs
401k / retirement match
72% this job
Sign-on bonus
67%
Loan repayment
33%
PSLF eligible
17%
CME allowance
6%

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Work-life snapshot

median 3.0this job 4.8
Better work-life than 70% of Respiratory Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,922 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Guttenberg Municipal Hospital

Hospitals and Health Care
Guttenberg, Iowa
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive Salary
IPERS (Iowa Public Employees' Retirement System)
457b
457b Roth

Living in Guttenberg

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$271k
Median resident rent
$870/mo
Residents’ average commute
21 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
87.3
State income tax
Up to 6%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Dubuque, IA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.