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Respiratory Therapist - Arizona, Yuma

Job Details

Contract Length: 13 weeks
Start Date: March 23 (start dates are not flexible)
Location: Yuma, AZ (100 mile radius rule applies)
Shifts: 6 AM to 6 PM, no guaranteed block schedule but accommodations possible
Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
Holiday Requirement: Work 2 out of 3 major holidays
Call Requirement: May be placed on low census call or standby
Floating: May float to a freestanding emergency department about 15 minutes away

Patient Population & Work Environment

Treats adults, pediatrics, and neonates (neonates only if NICU trained)
Attend all deliveries and C-sections if NICU trained
Areas covered: Inpatient units and freestanding emergency department
Not the only RT in the main hospital; may be the only RT in the freestanding ED
Intensivist available in-house 24/7
Charge Respiratory Therapist on each shift

Caseload & Equipment

Approximately 5-6 ventilator treatments and 35 treatments in 12 hours
Respiratory equipment includes Vent-Avea, Hamilton C1, Bipap-V60, EV300, HiFlow Aerovo 2, Zoll vents (backup), Glidescope and Glidescope-GO for intubation

Job Duties

Draw and analyze arterial blood gases (ABGs)
Provide respiratory treatments and manage ventilator settings
Assist with intubation (independent intubation not required)

Required Certifications & Licenses

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) license in Arizona required (NO Certified Respiratory Therapist - CRT)
BLS, ACLS, PALS certifications required
If NICU experience, NRP certification required

Experience Requirements

Minimum 2 years of respiratory therapy experience
First-time travelers with 2 years experience are acceptable
Prior travel experience is not explicitly required

Orientation

One day each for Neonatal, Emergency Department, ICU, and floor orientation
Additional day for NICU orientation if NICU experience is present

Dress Code

Black scrubs

Facility

Yuma Regional Medical Center

3.7rating(45 reviews)

3 nurses recommend working with Yuma Regional Medical Center

3.0rating

Pros

- PCAs were unbelievably on the ball literally every day (so much so that I was asking around why that was the case) - staff friendly to travelers - amazing weather in winter - generally low acuity patients - nice town filled with pleasant people

Cons

- a scavenger hunt for meds and supplies every day (there are patient specific cabinets outside every room but they don't stock them with all the meds - some are in an Omni, others are in a drawer, still others are not on the unit or were tubed to a station with no med basket - many of the doctors were remarkably hostile to nurses. It was widely known who was abusive and it was tolerated. - no mandatory Doc/Nurse rounds - rarely had MD presence at bedside - RNs regularly pressured to place verbal orders that were way outside the normal scope

Anonymous

Med Surg (RN)

Contract Position

Review of Yuma Regional Medical Center on Feb 26, 2026

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Short Term Acute Care
406 beds

ADDRESS2400 South Avenue AYuma, AZ 85364

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About Yuma, AZ

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

Cost of Living

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.

Weather

Summer average highs: 107°F, average lows: 74°F.
Winter average highs: 69°F, average lows: 46°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Yuma, especially during the off-peak season.
There are options for furnished apartments and houses.

Transportation

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.

Demographics

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.

Things to Do

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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