Location: Long Beach, CA

Start Date: ASAP

Contract Type: Contract

Shift Type: Day shifts / Night shifts

Hours per Week: 40 hrs per week

Candidate Pay Rate: Competitive pay (market-based; exact rate to be discussed at interview)

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 across floors, ICU, and NICU, including treatments, vent management, and patient monitoring
• Manage mechanical ventilation for adults, pediatrics, and neonates using PB 840, Servo 1, LTV 1200, and 3100A high frequency oscillator
• Perform, run, and report ABGs (arterial and NICU capillary gasses) with timely clinical interpretation
• Serve as Charge RT and lead every shift: coordinate assignments, mentor peers, and ensure smooth unit operations
• Cover telemetry and 12-lead responsibilities on nights and full coverage on weekends
• Assist the ER with arrests and critical procedures for infants, pediatrics, and adults
• Document accurately in Cerner EMR and communicate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, including hospitalists and intensivists
• Support a safe patient environment by following protocols, participating in skills checkoffs, and completing floor-specific orientation

Qualifications

• Current California Respiratory Care Practitioner license (or state equivalent) required
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) required
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS required; NRP required if working NICU
• Experience with Cerner or similar EMR preferred
• Comfort with adult, pediatric, and neonatal populations; NICU experience preferred but not required
• Ability to function as a charge RT with leadership, delegation, and communication skills
• Willingness to work rotating shifts, every-other weekend, and participate in holiday rotation

Education

• Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy required; Bachelor of Science preferred
• RRT credential required

Knowledge & Skills

• Mechanical ventilation and ventilator management
• ABG collection, analysis, and clinical reporting
• Experience with high frequency oscillators and advanced ventilator modes
• Telemetry and 12-lead ECG acquisition (and basic interpretation collaboration)
• Critical care principles for ICU and NICU settings
• Proficiency with Cerner EMR and documentation best practices
• Leadership skills for charge duties and shift coordination
• Strong clinical judgment, teamwork, and communication

Benefits

• Competitive weekly pay and timely payroll
• Medical, Dental & Vision options to keep you healthy
• 401K retirement savings plan to help you plan ahead
• Paid Time Off so you can recharge
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to support your career
• Shift differentials for nights and weekend coverage
• Referral bonus program because great people know great people
• A supportive team environment where your expertise is valued
• Opportunities for professional development and skills training

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