Location: Portland, Oregon

Start Date: 08-23-2026

Contract Type: Per-Diem

Shift Type: Per diem 12.5-hour shifts, schedule varies based on availability and facility needs

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $54 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

• Deliver compassionate respiratory care to patients with pulmonary and cardiopulmonary conditions
• Administer oxygen, aerosolized medications, and respiratory treatments as ordered
• Assess patient respiratory status and collaborate with the care team to adjust treatment plans
• Perform diagnostic tests such as arterial blood gas draws, spirometry, and ventilator management
• Educate patients and families on respiratory therapy techniques and home care strategies
• Document patient care accurately and maintain a safe, healing environment

Qualifications

• Active Oregon Respiratory Therapist license (RRT or CRT)
• BLS certification (AHA preferred)
• Previous acute care or pediatric respiratory experience is a plus
• Strong critical thinking and communication skills
• Ability to work a flexible per diem schedule

Knowledge & Skills

• Knowledge of respiratory therapy modalities including mechanical ventilation and airway management
• Proficiency with electronic health records
• Strong patient assessment and clinical reasoning skills
• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork abilities
• Commitment to patient-centered, compassionate care

Benefits

• Flexible self-scheduling to fit your life
• Gain diverse clinical experience in a supportive environment
• Access to state-of-the-art facilities and technology
• Work alongside a collaborative, multidisciplinary team
• Opportunities for professional growth and continuing education

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