Respiratory Therapist - RRT
Location: Austin, TX
Start Date: 01-26-2026
End Date: 04-27-2026
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: Night shift, 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM (12-hour nights; specific days of week not specified)
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
- Manage and troubleshoot ventilators to ensure safe, effective respiratory support
- Administer oxygen therapy and nebulized medications with precision and compassion
- Assess patients’ respiratory status and adjust care plans in collaboration with the team
- Respond rapidly to respiratory emergencies and assist with airway management
- Maintain and calibrate respiratory equipment to meet safety and infection-control standards
- Document patient care and interventions accurately in the EMR
- Educate patients and families on breathing treatments, home equipment use, and follow-up care
- Collaborate with nurses, physicians, and other clinicians to deliver coordinated critical care
Qualifications
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential required
- Current ACLS and BLS certifications required
- Minimum 1 year of respiratory therapy experience (as stated)
- NRP and PALS certifications are a plus for pediatric roles
- Experience in ICU, NICU or PICU settings preferred but not required
Knowledge & Skills
- Ventilator management and troubleshooting
- Oxygen therapy and nebulizer treatment expertise
- Critical care and acute respiratory assessment skills
- Familiarity with EMR documentation and clinical workflows
- Strong teamwork, communication, and emergency response abilities
- Infection control and equipment sterilization practices
Benefits
- Generous housing stipend and travel reimbursement to make your assignment comfortable and stress-free
- Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage so you and your family can stay healthy
- Licensure assistance and reimbursement to help you get credentialed quickly
- Paid time off to recharge between adventures
- 401(k) retirement savings plan to help you plan for the future
- Life insurance and professional liability coverage for peace of mind on shift
- Referral bonus program — bring a friend, work together, win together
- A supportive team that values your expertise and invests in your growth
Travel Perks: Explore Austin, TX
Explore Austin’s legendary live music scene on Sixth Street and catch local bands year-round. Spend your days off at Zilker Park or paddleboard/kayak on Lady Bird Lake. Take a dip at Barton Springs Pool, stroll South Congress Avenue for boutique shopping and tacos, and sample the food truck scene for some truly delicious variety. If you want a quick weekend escape, the Texas Hill Country wine trails and scenic hikes are an easy drive away.
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a Respiratory Therapist - RRT? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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