Location: Phoenix, AZ

Start Date: 01-12-2026

End Date: 04-13-2026

Contract Type: Contract

Shift Type: Rotating 12-hour shifts: 6:00 AM - 6:30 PM (day) and 6:00 PM - 6:30 AM (night), 3 shifts per week; rotating schedule that includes every other weekend (approximately 4 weekend shifts/month) and holiday rotation

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $50 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-acuity respiratory care in an acute setting, running all vents and managing ventilator support
• Assist with bronchoscopies and support procedures as a skilled team member
• Perform and interpret ABGs and titrate therapy accordingly
• Operate and troubleshoot ventilator platforms including Servo I, Jets, Oscillators, BiPAP V60 and CPAP
• Serve as lead on duty each shift when assigned, coordinating respiratory responses and working with the Clinical Response Team
• Chart accurately in Cerner and maintain thorough patient documentation
• Prioritize patient safety and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to optimize outcomes
• Manage high procedure volumes (35-40 RVUs/day) while maintaining excellent time management and communication

Qualifications

• RRT (Registered Respiratory Therapist) credential via NBRC — required
• Arizona RT license in hand — must have before start
• Minimum 2 years strong ICU respiratory experience (adult-focused); NICU experience preferred for combined roles
• BLS required; ACLS preferred; NRP required for NICU roles
• Demonstrated ability to assist with bronchoscopies and advanced ventilator management
• Cerner charting experience preferred
• Strong teamwork, communication, and time management skills

Education

• Associate's degree or diploma in Respiratory Therapy (or equivalent) — RRT credential required

Knowledge & Skills

• Ventilator management and modes (Servo I, Jets, Oscillators)
• Non-invasive support: BiPAP V60 and CPAP
• ABG analysis and blood gas interpretation
• Bronchoscopy assistance and procedure support
• Acute care and ICU protocols for adult (and NICU when applicable) patients
• Clinical leadership during high-acuity events and response team participation
• Proficient electronic charting (Cerner) and accurate documentation

Benefits

• Competitive pay with overtime and elevated holiday rates
• Guaranteed 36 hours per week for reliable income
• Medical, dental & vision options to keep you healthy
• Licensure assistance & reimbursement — we know paperwork is a pain, we help
• Paid orientation and unit-specific validation so you hit the floor confident
• A collaborative team environment where your expertise is valued
• Opportunities to work with advanced ventilators and high-acuity cases — grow your skills
• Support for certification upkeep and preferred ACLS training

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