Registered Respiratory Therapist
Yuma, AZ
Care Career
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,000/weekOverview
- Start Date11/30/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
- Estimated taxable pay$864/week
- Estimated non-taxable stipends$1,136/week
Benefits
- Referral bonus
- Weekly pay
- Medical benefits
- Continuing Education
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
Description
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Travel Assignment
📍 Yuma, AZ
🏥 Onvida Health Yuma Medical Center
💰 Up to $2,000/Week
📅 Start Date: 11/30/2026 or 12/14/2026
⏳ 13-Week Contract
🕒 3x12 Day Shifts (7:00 AM – 7:00 PM)
✅ 36 Guaranteed Hours
Onvida Health Yuma Medical Center is seeking an experienced Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for a travel assignment at a Level II Trauma Center. This position offers the opportunity to work with adult, pediatric, and neonatal patient populations in a fast-paced acute care environment.
Requirements:
• Active Arizona Respiratory Therapist License
• Active RRT Credential (CRT not accepted)
• Current BLS Certification
• ACLS Certification
• PALS Certification
• Minimum 2 Years of Respiratory Therapy Experience
• NRP Required for NICU-trained candidates
• First-Time Travelers Accepted
Responsibilities:
• Perform respiratory assessments and treatments
• Draw and analyze ABGs
• Manage ventilators and non-invasive respiratory support
• Assist with intubations
• Monitor and adjust ventilator settings
• Attend deliveries and C-sections if NICU trained
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and critical care teams
Equipment Experience:
• Avea Ventilators
• Hamilton C1 Ventilators
• V60 BiPAP
• EV300
• Airvo 2 High Flow Systems
• Zoll Backup Ventilators
• GlideScope & GlideScope GO
Assignment Highlights:
• Level II Trauma Center
• Intensivist In-House 24/7
• Day Shift Schedule
• Every Other Weekend Required
• May Float to Foothills Freestanding ED (15 minutes away)
• Epic EMR
• Strong Critical Care Environment
Patient Population:
• Adults
• Pediatrics
• Neonates (if NICU trained)
Apply today for this exciting Respiratory Therapist travel opportunity in Yuma, Arizona!
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About Yuma, AZ
As a Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist in Yuma, AZ here's what you should know:- Yuma's cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Summer average highs: 107°F, average lows: 74°F.
- Winter average highs: 69°F, average lows: 46°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Yuma, especially during the off-peak season.
- There are options for furnished apartments and houses.
- Yuma is car-friendly, with easy access to parking and minimal traffic congestion.
- Public transportation options are limited, and most residents rely on personal vehicles.
- Yuma has a diverse population with a mix of cultures.
- The age range is varied, with a significant senior population.
- Common health issues include allergies and respiratory conditions due to the desert climate.
- Yuma has a growing community of travel nurses.
- Yuma offers a variety of activities, including a wide range of restaurants serving diverse cuisines, art galleries, and shops in the historic downtown area.
- There are also opportunities for outdoor activities such as visiting parks, river beach, and fishing docks, as well as participating in festivals throughout the year.
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