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Respiratory Therapist - Per Diem
Location: St. Louis, MO
Start Date: 04-14-2026
Contract Type: Per-Diem
Shift Type: Per diem, 4-hour shifts (exact start/end times vary by assignment); days vary; orientation required; shift type: RT
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
- Provide compassionate respiratory care and treatments to patients in line with facility protocols
- Perform respiratory assessments, monitor ventilators, and adjust therapies under physician orders
- Collaborate with nurses, physicians, and the care team to develop and implement effective care plans
- Document patient status, treatments, and responses accurately and timely
- Participate in orientation and ongoing training to stay current with best practices
- Ensure equipment is cleaned, maintained, and ready for safe patient use
Qualifications
- Current Respiratory Therapist license valid in Missouri (required)
- CRT or RRT credential preferred
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required; advanced certifications a plus
- Comfortable working in acute care settings with strong clinical judgment
- Excellent communication skills and a team-focused mindset
- Ability to pass facility onboarding and background checks
Education
- Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy or equivalent accredited program
Knowledge & Skills
- Skilled in airway management, oxygen therapy, and ventilator care
- Able to interpret blood gases and adjust treatments accordingly
- Proficient with respiratory equipment setup, troubleshooting, and maintenance
- Strong patient assessment and documentation skills
- Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams
Benefits
- Flexible per-diem scheduling so you can pick shifts that fit your life
- Paid orientation to get you confident and comfortable on day one
- Supportive team environment where your skills and voice matter
- Opportunities for professional growth and continuing education
- Licensure assistance and reimbursement to help keep credentials current
- Access to employee wellness resources and peer support
- Referral program to reward you for bringing great teammates aboard
- Meaningful clinical work — make a real difference every shift
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Ready to start your next adventure as a Respiratory Therapist - Per Diem? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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