Location: San Antonio, TX

Start Date: 10-02-2026

End Date: 01-01-2027

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Rotating shifts (day and night coverage), 6:30 AM - 7:00 PM; includes weekend coverage with at least 4 weekend shifts per 4-week schedule

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $46 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 titrate ventilators, including advanced modes such as NAVA on Servo U and Avea ventilators
• Provide neonatal and pediatric respiratory support in Level 3/Level 4 NICU and PICU settings
• Perform BiPAP, HFNC, nebulizer therapy, airway clearance and bronch assist procedures with excellent clinical judgment
• Obtain and interpret arterial blood gases (ABG) and adjust therapy accordingly
• Document assessments and interventions accurately in Meditech and communicate changes to the multidisciplinary team
• Deliver compassionate, family-centered care while maintaining safety and infection control standards
• Participate in unit float assignments when needed, including voluntary adult unit coverage
• Serve as a collaborative team member, mentoring others and contributing to positive unit culture

Qualifications

• CRT or RRT (required)
• Texas RCP license (required)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) required
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) required
• Minimum pediatric ICU or Level 3/Level 4 NICU experience (6 months to 1 year; job notes 1 year)
• Comfort with floating to adult areas when voluntary coverage is needed
• Team player with strong communication skills and flexibility for a travel assignment

Knowledge & Skills

• Respiratory therapy fundamentals and pediatric respiratory care
• Ventilator management and advanced ventilator modes (Servo U, Avea, NAVA)
• Noninvasive ventilation: BiPAP and V60
• High-flow nasal cannula (HFNC) and Blender HFNC operation
• Airway clearance techniques: Vest CPT, Percussor CPT, MetaNeb, Cough Assist, Redbox IPV
• Nebulizer therapy and bronch assist procedures
• ABG analysis and clinical interpretation
• Electronic medical record documentation in Meditech

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend and travel support to help you settle in quickly
• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy
• 401(k) retirement savings plan to help you plan for the future
• Life insurance and disability coverage for peace of mind
• Paid time off to recharge between assignments
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement so you can focus on care, not paperwork
• Travel reimbursement and support for weekly commuting when needed
• A supportive team culture that values collaboration, learning, and work-life balance

Travel Perks: Explore San Antonio, TX

San Antonio combines rich history and vibrant culture with plenty of weekend adventures. Explore the famous River Walk for dining and nightlife, visit the Alamo and the San Antonio Missions National Historical Park, and enjoy family-friendly spots like the San Antonio Zoo and SeaWorld. Food lovers will delight in authentic Tex-Mex and local barbecue. For quick day trips, the Texas Hill Country and Fredericksburg wine country are within easy reach.

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