Location: Columbus, OH

Start Date: 03-30-2026

End Date: 06-29-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Weekdays and some weekends, 3x12-hour nights (7:00 PM - 7:30 AM) Night

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $57 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

• Manage and troubleshoot mechanical ventilators (GE and preferred Hamilton models) to keep patients breathing safely
• Interpret arterial blood gases (ABGs) and adjust ventilator settings and therapies appropriately
• Provide airway and tracheostomy care, including suctioning and airway device placement
• Deliver and titrate respiratory medications and use multiple delivery systems (MDI, nebulizers, aerosol setups)
• Perform extubation and weaning protocols when clinically indicated
• Manage High Flow Nasal Cannula (HFNC), BiPAP and CPAP therapies and respond to high-pressure alarms
• Chart patient care accurately in Epic and maintain clear communication with the multidisciplinary team
• Support patient and family education around pulmonary hygiene, oxygen therapy, and discharge planning

Qualifications

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential required
• Active Ohio state license (OH State License) required
• Minimum 2 years of respiratory therapy experience (adult critical care preferred)
• Epic experience required for charting and documentation
• BLS required; ACLS and CRT highly preferred
• Previous travel experience preferred
• Full holiday availability required (no RTO on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day will be considered)
• Willingness to float to University Hospital as needed

Education

• High school and college diploma and/or transcript (as listed)
• Respiratory Therapy diploma or Associate degree preferred
• RRT credential required

Knowledge & Skills

• Mechanical ventilation and ventilator management (GE ventilators; Hamilton preferred)
• Interpretation of arterial blood gases (ABGs)
• Airway management, suctioning, extubation, and tracheostomy care
• High Flow Nasal Cannula (HFNC), BiPAP, CPAP and oxygen therapy
• Medication administration for inhaled and systemic respiratory meds
• Use of nebulizers, MDI and other medication delivery systems
• Troubleshooting high pressure alarms and weaning from mechanical ventilation
• Experience working in adult critical care and emergency department settings
• Strong Epic documentation skills and clear interdisciplinary communication

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend and travel reimbursement for contract clinicians
• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage options to keep you healthy
• 401K retirement savings plan so you can save for the future
• Licensure assistance & reimbursement to keep your credentials current
• Paid Time Off to recharge after busy blocks of nights
• Referral bonus program to reward you for bringing great teammates
• A supportive interdisciplinary team at a large academic medical center
• Professional development and continuing education support

Travel Perks: Explore Columbus, OH

Columbus is lively and full of things to do on your off time: stroll the Ohio State University campus and catch a game or cultural event; explore the Short North Arts District for galleries, boutique shops and great dining; relax at Franklin Park Conservatory or check out COSI for hands-on science fun. The Columbus Zoo & Aquarium and the Scioto Mile downtown riverfront are local favorites, and outdoor enthusiasts can take weekend trips to nearby Hocking Hills for hiking and waterfalls. A bustling craft brewery scene, diverse restaurants, and easy drives to other Ohio cities mean there’s always a new place to explore after your shift.

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