Location: Austin, Texas

Start Date: 08-17-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Rotating night shifts, 6:00 PM - 6:00 AM, including rotating weekends (4 weekend shifts per month)

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $46 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

• Perform standard respiratory therapy procedures including nebulizer therapy, CPT, and arterial blood gas analysis
• Manage and monitor mechanical ventilators, V60 BiPAPs, and Airvo HFNC for NICU patients
• Assist with bronchoscopy and intubation procedures
• Transport patients requiring mechanical ventilation within the hospital (e.g., to CT/MRI)
• Administer inhaled nitric oxide as prescribed
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes

Qualifications

• Active RRT (Registered Respiratory Therapist) license in Texas or compact state
• Minimum 1 year of adult respiratory experience in an acute care setting
• BLS and ACLS certifications preferred
• Adult critical care experience (ICU/ED) is a plus

Knowledge & Skills

• Proficient in ventilator management with GE ventilators
• Skilled in arterial blood gas collection and analysis
• Knowledge of nebulizer therapy, CPT, and inhaled nitric oxide
• Comfortable with intubation assistance and bronchoscopy support
• Ability to transport mechanically ventilated patients safely
• Experience with Meditech EMR

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend or company-provided housing
• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• 401K retirement savings plan with matching
• Travel reimbursement to and from assignment
• Licensure reimbursement and assistance
• Referral bonus program - earn extra cash
• A supportive team that values your expertise

Travel Perks: Explore Austin, Texas

Explore the vibrant music scene on 6th Street, enjoy outdoor activities at Lady Bird Lake, visit the Texas State Capitol, and experience the unique food culture. Weekend trips to Hill Country wineries and natural swimming holes.

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