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Respiratory Therapist
Location: Des Moines, Iowa
Start Date: 04-19-2026
End Date: 07-18-2026
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts, with every 3rd weekend rotation
Hours per Week: 36
Candidate Pay Rate: $58 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
- Provide comprehensive respiratory care to patients in acute and critical care settings
- Administer oxygen therapy, aerosol treatments, and mechanical ventilation
- Monitor patient response and adjust treatments in collaboration with the care team
- Perform diagnostic tests such as arterial blood gas analysis and pulmonary function tests
- Educate patients and families on respiratory conditions and home care techniques
- Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with safety standards
Qualifications
- Current BLS and ACLS certifications from the American Heart Association
- Active Iowa Respiratory Therapist license or willingness to obtain via compact
- Minimum of 1 year recent acute care experience preferred
- Ability to work 12-hour night shifts and rotating weekends
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
Knowledge & Skills
- Expertise in ventilator management and airway care
- Proficient in interpreting ABGs and adjusting parameters
- Skilled in patient assessment and critical thinking
- Knowledge of infection control and safety protocols
- Comfortable using electronic medical records (EMR)
Benefits
- Generous housing stipend to help you settle in
- Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage from day one
- 401K retirement savings plan with company match
- Paid Time Off to recharge between assignments
- Travel reimbursement to get you to your new home away from home
- A supportive clinical team that values your expertise
Travel Perks: Explore Des Moines, Iowa
Explore the vibrant capital city of Des Moines, from the historic State Capitol to the scenic Gray's Lake Park. Enjoy local farm-to-table dining, catch a show at the Des Moines Civic Center, or take a weekend trip to the Loess Hills for hiking and outdoor adventure.
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Ready to start your next adventure as a Respiratory Therapist? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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