Location: Norfolk, VA

Contract Type: Perm

Shift Type: Day shift, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM; days of week not specified; includes every-other-weekend rotation (35 hours every other weekend)

Hours per Week: 40

Candidate Pay Rate: $39 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 respiratory status of patients in an LTAC setting to ensure safe, high-quality care
• Provide ventilator management and respiratory support, adjusting settings and troubleshooting as needed
• Administer respiratory treatments and airway clearance interventions with attention to patient comfort and outcomes
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams—physicians, nursing, rehab—to create and follow individualized care plans
• Educate patients and families on breathing techniques, equipment use, and disease management to promote independence
• Perform accurate documentation of assessments, interventions, and patient responses in the medical record
• Participate in unit-based quality improvement initiatives and follow infection control and safety protocols

Qualifications

• Active Respiratory Therapist credential or eligibility to obtain state licensure (Virginia licensure required prior to practice)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; advanced certifications (ACLS, PALS) preferred where applicable
• Experience or comfort working in LTAC or complex respiratory care settings is a strong plus
• Demonstrated ability to manage ventilators, deliver respiratory treatments, and perform airway management
• Strong communication skills and a team-oriented, patient-focused approach

Education

• Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy (or equivalent). Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Care or related field is a plus.

Knowledge & Skills

• Proficiency with ventilator management and mechanical ventilation troubleshooting
• Skilled in arterial blood gas interpretation and oxygen/ventilator adjustments
• Knowledge of respiratory therapy modalities, airway clearance techniques, and suctioning
• Competent documentation and electronic medical record usage
• Ability to educate patients and families and to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy
• Retirement savings plan to help you plan for the future
• Generous paid time off so you can recharge when you need it
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to support your professional growth
• Opportunities for internal advancement and ongoing clinical training
• A collaborative team environment that values your expertise and voice
• Employee recognition programs and a supportive culture

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