Location: Arlington, Virginia

Start Date: 08-13-2026

Contract Type: Per-Diem

Shift Type: Rotating 12.5-hour shifts, days/nights as needed

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $49 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 compassionate respiratory care to patients across the hospital
• Assess, monitor, and treat patients with respiratory conditions
• Administer oxygen therapy, aerosol medications, and ventilator support
• Collaborate with physicians and nurses to develop individualized care plans
• Document patient responses and adjust treatments as needed
• Educate patients and families on respiratory health and equipment

Qualifications

• Active Virginia Respiratory Therapist license
• Current BLS certification (ACLS/PALS preferred)
• RRT or CRT credential from the NBRC
• Graduate of an accredited respiratory therapy program
• Previous hospital respiratory care experience preferred
• Strong critical thinking and communication skills

Knowledge & Skills

• Knowledge of respiratory therapy modalities and equipment
• Strong assessment and patient monitoring skills
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent documentation and communication skills
• Compassionate, patient-centered approach

Benefits

• Flexible per diem scheduling to fit your life
• Opportunity to work in a supportive hospital environment
• Access to a variety of clinical experiences
• Potential for professional growth and development
• Referral bonus opportunities
• A team that values your expertise

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