Location: Petoskey, Michigan

Start Date: 09-28-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: 12-hour night shifts, 36 hours per week; every other weekend required; no on-call

Hours per Week: 60

Candidate Pay Rate: $53 per hour

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Assess and monitor the respiratory status of patients, adjusting therapy plans based on their changing needs
• Administer oxygen therapy, aerosolized medications, and chest physiotherapy with compassion and precision
• Manage and troubleshoot mechanical ventilators to ensure optimal ventilation and oxygenation for critically ill patients
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and the care team to create personalized respiratory care plans
• Educate patients and their families on respiratory conditions, treatment options, and self-care techniques
• Document all assessments, interventions, and patient responses accurately and promptly

Qualifications

• 2+ years of recent RRT experience - required
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NRP certifications - required
• Active Michigan respiratory therapy license or willingness to obtain one
• Travel experience preferred - bring your sense of adventure
• A team player who thrives in a fast-paced, patient-centered environment

Knowledge & Skills

• Solid understanding of respiratory therapy modalities including mechanical ventilation and airway management
• Skill in interpreting blood gases and adjusting therapy accordingly
• Comfortable using electronic medical records for accurate documentation
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills, especially in urgent situations
• Excellent communication and patient education abilities
• Flexibility and adaptability to meet fluctuating patient needs

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage to keep you healthy on assignment
• 401K retirement savings plan for your future
• Paid Time Off to recharge between shifts
• Travel reimbursement to help get you to beautiful Petoskey
• Licensure assistance & reimbursement to keep your credentials current
• A supportive team that values YOU and your contributions

Travel Perks: Explore Petoskey, Michigan

Petoskey sits on the shores of Little Traverse Bay, offering stunning Lake Michigan beaches and the famous Petoskey State Park for hiking and camping. Stroll through charming downtown shops and restaurants, take a scenic drive across the Mackinac Bridge to Mackinac Island, or explore the Tunnel of Trees on M-119. In winter, hit the slopes at Nub's Nob or Boyne Mountain - there's year-round adventure right in your backyard!

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