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Respiratory Therapist
Location: St. Louis, MO
Start Date: 04-28-2026
Contract Type: Per-Diem
Shift Type: Rotating shifts (facility schedule); 4-hour orientation session (exact start/end times scheduled by facility)
Candidate Pay Rate: $44 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 patients’ respiratory status and respond to changes in condition
- Provide evidence-based respiratory treatments and manage ventilator support as needed
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team to develop and implement patient care plans
- Educate patients and families on respiratory therapy techniques and home care plans
- Document interventions and patient responses accurately in the medical record
- Support safe transfer and discharge planning by coordinating respiratory needs
Qualifications
- Active Respiratory Therapist licensure (Missouri licensure preferred or required per state rules)
- Credentialed respiratory therapist (CRT or RRT) preferred
- BLS required; ACLS or PALS a plus depending on unit needs
- Clinical experience in hospital or acute care settings preferred
- Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team-focused environment
Education
- Associate’s degree in Respiratory Therapy or accredited Respiratory Care program required; bachelor’s degree a plus
Knowledge & Skills
- Knowledge of ventilator management and respiratory equipment
- Skill in patient assessment, arterial blood gas interpretation, and oxygen therapy
- Comfort working with pediatric and/or adult populations depending on assignment
- Familiarity with electronic medical records and accurate clinical documentation
- Ability to prioritize, multitask, and respond quickly in urgent situations
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you healthy
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer support
- Paid Time Off to rest, recharge, and pursue life outside work
- Licensure assistance and reimbursement to help you stay current
- Professional development and continuing education support
- A supportive team that values YOU and your clinical expertise
- Employee assistance programs and wellness resources
- Opportunities to make a meaningful impact working with a mission-driven hospital
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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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