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Iowa City, Iowa

Respiratory Therapist

Respiratory TherapistPer Diem

Compensation

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The week · per this posting · Monday – Thursday

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Job Description

PRN position

Position Summary

This position will assist customers with Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) equipment and supplies. The staff members will work in a knowledgeable and courteous manner with physicians, customers, employees, and management staff to provide the highest quality of products and services in accordance with all legal and company standards.

Position Responsibilities

  • Conduct patient account setups by ensuring appropriate documentation are in place prior to service, along with dispensing appropriate respiratory equipment as prescribed by physician orders.
  • Assist patients with proper mask fitting and adjustments as needed.
  • Monitor patient compliance reports and interpret sleep studies to assist in education and proper treatment.
  • Educate patients on specific treatments, proper use of equipment, cleaning of devices, and insurance requirements.
  • Communicate with providers and patients regarding therapy changes or issues.
  • Ensure thorough and detailed documentation.
  • Use equipment to test PAP devices to ensure proper pressure is being administered.
  • Efficiently handle all customer issues in a professional manner.
  • Follow all legal and company standards, HIPAA, safety, and security.
  • Additional duties may be assigned as needed.

Education and Experience Requirements

  • High school graduate or equivalent.
  • RRT, CRT, or LPN clinical credential required.
  • BLS (Basic Life Support) Certified or willing to become certified through UI Health Ventures.

Desired Qualifications and Experience

  • Some experience in a clinical setting is preferred
  • Experience with Epic and Brightree is highly desirable.
  • Experience with (DME) Durable Medical Equipment.
  • Familiarity with CPAP devices and accessories.
  • Experience working with insurance benefits.

Required Skills and Abilities

  • Proficient with technology and working knowledge of common office equipment.
  • Excellent customer service skills.
  • Excellent communication skills both oral and written.

Physical Requirements

These physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

  • Ability to lift/push/pull 35lbs 2 times in a row.
  • Lifting from floor to counter.
  • Work is performed in a retail store environment.

Additional Eligibility Requirements

  • Successful completion of a background check.
  • Successful completion of reference checks.
  • Proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

Expected Work Hours and Location

This job description is a summary of the primary duties of the position but may not be all inclusive.

Hours of Operation: Location

Monday -Thursday 8 a. m. – 6:00 p. m. 540 East Jefferson St. Ste 1100

Friday – 8:00 a. m. – 4:00 p. m. Iowa City, IA 52245

UIHV is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associated preferences.

People who need assistance or accommodation with the application or interview process may contact UIHV at 319-688-6967.

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification.

Key Responsibilities

The Respiratory Therapist will assist patients with CPAP equipment setup, mask fitting, and education on device usage and cleaning. They are also responsible for maintaining accurate patient documentation and communicating effectively with providers regarding therapy compliance and adjustments.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an RRT, CRT, or LPN clinical credential and be BLS certified or willing to obtain certification. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, along with the ability to lift up to 35 lbs and work in a retail environment.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Respiratory therapyPatient educationClinical documentationSleep study interpretationBLS certification

Respiratory Therapy Career Context

Of the 50 active Respiratory Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 36% have no call, 56% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Iowa is 87.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 59.8% of Iowa clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Respiratory Therapy by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed paynot listedRespiratory Therapy median $124k (middle half $87k–$155k)19 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost of livingIowa index 87.8US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Respiratory Therapy listings in Iowa73 active3,997 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 2% remote · 36% no call · 56% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedUS healthcare professional listings: 23% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 9% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026
New Respiratory Therapy listings1,298 in the last 30 days715 the 30 days before (+82%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, 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

31 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

28 jobs · 18 employers
15
<$85k
4
$85k-100k
7
$100k-115k
1
$130k
1
$131k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

16 jobs
401k / retirement match
81%
Sign-on bonus
50%
Loan repayment
31%
CME allowance
6%
Relocation assistance
6%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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Work-life snapshot

median 3.0this job 3.0
Better work-life than 50% of Respiratory Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,966 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Iowa City

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$293k
Typical market rent
$1,713/mo
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
91.5
State income tax
Up to 6%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026).

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

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