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Certified Respiratory Therapist
Tucson, Arizona
Northwest Medical Center

$1,208-1,770/week

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Certified Respiratory Therapist

Job Overview

Location: Tucson, Arizona
Employment type: Travel
Specialty: Respiratory Therapy
Shift: Days, 6:30 AM–7:00 PM, 3x12s
Contract length: 13 weeks
Guaranteed hours: 36 per week

Required Qualifications

Valid Respiratory Therapist license in Arizona
Respiratory Therapist experience within the last year
Respiratory Therapist (1 year of experience)
BLS
ACLS

Experience Needed

ICU experience
General floor experience
Emergency department experience
Minimal NICU experience
Minimal pediatric experience

Role Summary

Provide cardiopulmonary services for inpatients and outpatients
Assist with invasive and non-invasive procedures
Deliver medicated aerosols via medical compressed gas
Maintain airways
Manage ventilators
Perform intubations
Obtain blood gases

Facility

Northwest Medical Center

3.1rating(36 reviews)

2 nurses recommend working with Northwest Medical Center

5.0rating

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Sterile Processing Technician (Allied Health Professional)

Review of Northwest Medical Center on Aug 8, 2026

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Short Term Acute Care
294 beds

ADDRESS6200 North La Cholla BoulevardTucson, AZ 85741

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About Tucson, AZ

As a Travel Respiratory Therapist in Tucson, AZ here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Tucson's cost of living is 6% lower than the national average, making it more affordable.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.

Weather

Summer average highs are around 100°F, while winter average lows are around 40°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Tucson, with options available in various neighborhoods.

Transportation

Tucson is car-friendly, but public transportation options are limited.
A car is recommended for getting around.

Demographics

Tucson has a diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues include allergies due to desert flora and sun-related conditions.
There is a large population of travel nurses due to the presence of the University of Arizona and healthcare facilities.

Things to Do

Tucson offers a variety of activities including diverse restaurants, art galleries, music venues, and sports events.
Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the canyons, streams, and foothills, visit Catalina State Park, hike Mt.
Lemmon, and even ski and snowboard in the winter.

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