About This Position
Join Quick2Hire for a 13-week Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics contract in Portland, OR, supporting respiratory care in the NICU and other critical-care settings. This night-shift opportunity offers a consistent 3x12 schedule and 36 guaranteed hours per week.
Position Details
- Specialty: Electrophysiology Technician
- Unit: Respiratory Therapy NICU
- Employment type: Travel/Contract
- Schedule: Nights, 3x12-hour shifts, 7:00 PM–7:00 AM
- Assignment length: 13 weeks
- Start date: November 30, 2026
- Guaranteed hours: 36 per week
Responsibilities
Provide respiratory support for patients across the assigned care settings, operate respiratory equipment, assist with procedures, and contribute to safe, responsive patient care.
Requirements
- Certifications: ACLS, BLS, NRP, PALS, and RRT.
- Work settings: NICU, Adult Critical Care, and Emergency Department.
- Airway management and suctioning: Nasal airway suctioning; oral/nasal suctioning; tracheostomy care/management; extubation; intubation assist; nasal airway placement; oral airway placement; sputum specimen collection; pulmonary hygiene; suctioning (ETT, NT).
- Nebulizer equipment: Heated, trach collar, cold, and hand held.
- Neonatal/pediatric equipment and procedures: Oscillating Ventilator; Bubble CPAP; CPAP/Nasal CPAP/BIPAP; Apnea Monitor; assistance in high-risk delivery; IMV/SIMV; neonatal transports (inter-departmental); Pressure/Volume Ventilator.
- Oxygen therapy: Bag and mask; ET Tube; High Flow Nasal Cannula (HFNC); oxygen tanks; trach collar.
- Ventilator management: Troubleshooting high pressure alarms; weaning from mechanical ventilation; BiPAP; CPAP; patient transport (inter-departmental and ambulance transport) (required); SIMV (Synchronized Intermittent Mandatory Ventilation) (required); high frequency oscillator.
- Care of patients with: ARDS (required); Bronchoscopy (required); COVID (required); Cystic fibrosis (required); fresh tracheostomy (required); aspiration; pneumonia.
- Medication administration: Inhaled Flolan (required); inhaled steroids (required); Nitric Oxide (iNO) (required); Perforomist (required); Spiriva (required); Tobramycin (required); Heliox (required); Albuterol; Atrovent; Combivent; Flovent; Mucomyst; Pulmicort; racemic epinephrine; Xopenex.
- Care of infants and children with: Transient Tachypnea of the newborn (required); respiratory distress syndrome; Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV).
- Professional knowledge and skills: Interpretation of Arterial Blood Gases (ABGs) (required); Basic EKG; Chest Physiotherapy: Vest; Chest Physiotherapy; drawing arterial blood gases.
- Medication delivery systems: Aerosol set up mask; aerosol set up trach; Metered Dose Inhaler (MDI).
- Pulmonary function experience: Arterial punctures.
- Charting: Any charting system; required.
Compensation & Why Quick2Hire
Pay is $58.00–$69.00 per hour. Quick2Hire is your staffing partner, with a dedicated recruiter supporting you throughout the assignment and reliable weekly pay. Quick2Hire also offers per diem shifts if you want extra flexibility. Apply through Quick2Hire to be considered for this Portland, Oregon contract.
This healthcare facility is a cornerstone of medical excellence in the region, offering a comprehensive range of services designed to meet the diverse needs of the community. With a focus on patient-centered care, the facility provides primary care, urgent care, and specialized services such as cardiopulmonary testing, diagnostic imaging, and a state-of-the-art birthing center. The facility's commitment to compassionate care is evident in its extensive behavioral health and chemical dependency programs, ensuring holistic support for patients. Additionally, the presence of the Otto Klein Cancer Center and a robust orthopedics department highlights its dedication to specialized and advanced medical treatments.
Located in the picturesque town of Polson, MT, the facility serves a vibrant community nestled along the shores of Flathead Lake. This location offers healthcare professionals the unique opportunity to work in a serene environment that balances professional growth with quality of life. The facility is part of a not-for-profit Catholic health care ministry, emphasizing its mission to provide accessible, high-quality care while fostering a supportive and inclusive work culture. With a commitment to innovation and community well-being, this healthcare facility is an ideal place for professionals seeking to make a meaningful impact while enjoying the natural beauty and recreational opportunities of Montana.
Experience
- At least 2 years of current experience within the last 3 years.
- Patient ratio experience: 1:15.
- Travel experience is not required.
