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Respiratory Therapist
Yuma, Arizona
Yuma Regional Medical Center

$1,838-2,131/week

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Job info

RRT - 77200

Role

Respiratory Therapist

Location

Yuma, Arizona

Contract Length

13 weeks

Schedule

Nights, 12-hour shifts
36 hours per week
Start dates are not flexible
Every other weekend
Works 2 of 3 major holidays

Required Qualifications

RRT AZ
BLS
ACLS
PALS
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Verification
2 years of experience
Must be able to assist with intubation
No CRT

Preferred Qualifications

NRP if NICU experience

Clinical Setting / Scope

Inpatient
Foothills ER, freestanding, may float
Adults, pediatrics, and neonates only if NICU trained
Will attend all deliveries and C-sections
May be the only RT in-house at Foothills ED
Not alone in the main hospital
Intensivist in house 24/7
Charge RRT on each shift

Duties

Draw and analyze ABGs
Treatments
Vent settings

Floating

May float to Foothills Freestanding ED, about 15 minutes away

Additional Details

100 mile radius rule
Can be placed on low census
Black scrubs
Unit-specific orientation includes NEO, ED, ICU, and floor; an additional NICU day if NICU experienced

Facility

Yuma Regional Medical Center

3.7rating(46 reviews)

3 nurses recommend working with Yuma Regional Medical Center

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Labor and Delivery (RN)

5.0rating

Review of Yuma Regional Medical Center on Mar 11, 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 Registered 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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