Location: Dillon, MT

Start Date: 03-09-2026

End Date: 06-08-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Rotating 12-hour day shifts (7:00 AM - 7:00 PM) on an 8-on/6-off rotation. Typical pattern: Wednesday–Friday 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM (with on-call Thursday and Friday nights and on-call coverage through that weekend), then Monday–Wednesday 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM (with on-call Monday and Tuesday nights). Shift type: rotating day with scheduled night on-call coverage.

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $60 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

• Provide high-quality respiratory care and treatments to patients across the acuity spectrum
• Manage ventilators, titrate oxygen and respiratory support, and perform advanced airway care
• Respond quickly and effectively during on-call periods and emergent respiratory events
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses and interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes
• Document assessments, interventions and patient progress clearly and in EPIC
• Perform diagnostic testing such as arterial blood gas sampling and interpretation
• Educate patients and families on therapies, discharge planning and home respiratory equipment
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols, infection control and department policies

Qualifications

• Valid Respiratory Therapist license for Montana (or eligible for Montana licensure)
• RRT (Registered Respiratory Therapist) or CRT credential preferred
• Hands-on experience with ventilator management and critical care respiratory procedures
• Experience with EPIC documentation required
• Comfortable with on-call responsibilities and night coverage rotations
• Current BLS required; ACLS and PALS preferred or able to obtain

Education

• Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy or related healthcare field required; Bachelor’s preferred
• Completion of an accredited respiratory therapy program

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong clinical assessment skills for respiratory and cardiopulmonary conditions
• Proficiency in ventilator setup, weaning and troubleshooting
• Ability to interpret arterial blood gases and adjust therapy accordingly
• Skilled in airway management, suctioning and nebulized therapies
• Familiarity with EPIC for charting, orders and interdisciplinary communication
• Excellent communication, critical thinking and teamwork under pressure

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend to make your travel assignment comfortable and easy
• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage options
• 401K retirement savings plan to help you plan for the future
• Life insurance and disability coverage for peace of mind
• Paid time off so you can recharge and explore the great outdoors
• Travel reimbursement and perks tailored for contract clinicians
• Licensure assistance & reimbursement to keep your credentials current
• Referral bonus program and opportunities for extension or repeat placements
• A supportive team that values your skills, input, and work-life balance

Travel Perks: Explore Dillon, MT

Dillon, Montana is a small-town gateway to big outdoor adventures. Spend your downtime fly-fishing on the famous Beaverhead River, hike nearby trails through the Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest, or explore Bannack State Park for a step back into Montana’s Old West history. Scenic drives through the Big Hole Valley and wildlife viewing opportunities are just a short drive away, and the region offers excellent local spots for laid-back dining and community events — perfect for weekend exploration between shifts.

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