Location: Mount Vernon, WA

Start Date: 2025-10-24T18:25:31.000Z

End Date: 2026-01-23T18:25:31.000Z

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Day shifts

Hours per Week: 40 hrs per week

Candidate Pay Rate: Competitive market-based pay, commensurate with experience and certifications

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

• Perform thorough respiratory assessments and develop individualized treatment plans to improve patient outcomes
• Conduct and interpret diagnostic respiratory tests to support timely clinical decisions
• Manage ventilator therapy, oxygen delivery, and advanced airway care for acute and critical patients
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient-centered care
• Educate patients and families on disease management and safe discharge plans to support recovery at home
• Maintain accurate EMR documentation while adhering to infection control and safety protocols
• Participate in departmental competencies and quality improvement initiatives to raise standards of care

Qualifications

• WA State Respiratory Care Practitioner license (required)
• NBRC credential and Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification (required)
• American Heart Association BLS required; ACLS, PALS, and NRP required
• Comfortable and experienced with ventilators, oxygen therapy, and advanced respiratory modalities
• Strong teamwork and communication skills with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced clinical environment
• Eligible to work under C2C or W2 employment terms

Education

• Associate Degree in Respiratory Care (required)
• Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Care or related field (preferred)

Knowledge & Skills

• Patient assessment and bedside respiratory care planning
• Mechanical ventilation management and thoughtful weaning strategies
• Pulmonary function testing and interpretation
• Familiarity with cardiac stress testing procedures
• Neonatal and pediatric respiratory support basics
• Electronic Medical Record (EMR) documentation and compliance
• Infection control and patient safety best practices

Benefits

• Competitive weekly pay that rewards your certifications and experience
• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy
• 401K retirement savings plan with employer support
• Generous Paid Time Off so you can actually recharge between assignments
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to help keep your credentials current
• Employer-backed credentialing support for smooth onboarding
• Referral bonus program to reward you for bringing great teammates
• Ongoing growth opportunities and continuing education support
• Access to travel perks and local destination recommendations while on assignment
• A supportive, team-first culture that genuinely values your contribution

Travel Perks: Explore Mount Vernon, WA

Explore Mount Vernon and the scenic Skagit Valley on your days off: stroll the Skagit River waterfront and charming downtown, visit nearby La Conner, wander the famous seasonal tulip fields, take a day trip to Deception Pass State Park for dramatic bridges and trails, head toward Mount Baker and the North Cascades for hiking and skiing, and enjoy local farmers markets, cozy cafes, and artisan shops for relaxed weekends.

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