Registered Respiratory Therapist - Critical Care
Location: Lawton, Oklahoma
Start Date: 01-27-2026
End Date: 04-28-2026
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: 12-hour day shifts (exact start/end times vary by unit; facility schedules to be provided during onboarding)
Hours per Week: 36
Candidate Pay Rate: $53 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
- Deliver high-quality respiratory care to adult, pediatric, and neonatal critical care patients
- Manage ventilators and advanced airway interventions with confidence and precision
- Perform cardiopulmonary assessments and develop patient-centered care plans
- Train and mentor RT colleagues to raise the standard of care across the unit
- Document patient care accurately and maintain up-to-date compliance records
- Collaborate with nurses, physicians, and multidisciplinary teams to optimize outcomes
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance clinical practice
Qualifications
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential required
- BLS (AHA) certification required
- Active Oklahoma state respiratory license required
- Minimum 6 months of RRT clinical experience (required)
- Must submit all compliance documentation at least one week prior to start
Knowledge & Skills
- Critical care experience across adult, pediatric, and neonatal populations
- Proficiency in cardiopulmonary care and ventilator management
- Strong patient assessment and clinical decision-making skills
- Experience training and mentoring respiratory therapy staff
- Good documentation practices and familiarity with clinical workflows
- Teamwork, communication, and the ability to work in a fast-paced critical care setting
Benefits
- Generous housing and travel support to help you settle in quickly
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage so you can focus on care not paperwork
- 401K retirement savings plan to help you plan for the future
- Life Insurance for peace of mind
- Paid Time Off to recharge between shifts
- Licensure assistance & reimbursement to keep your credentials current
- Referral bonus program — bring great people, get rewarded
- A supportive team that values YOU and your professional growth
Travel Perks: Explore Lawton, Oklahoma
Explore the natural beauty around Lawton: hike or drive up Mount Scott for panoramic views in the Wichita Mountains National Wildlife Refuge, enjoy fishing and picnics at Lake Elmer Thomas, and stroll the charming cobblestone streets of Medicine Park for local dining and shops. History buffs will appreciate Fort Sill and local museums, and Oklahoma City is an easy drive for big-city attractions, museums, and nightlife.
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a Registered Respiratory Therapist - Critical Care? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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