Respiratory Therapist in Yuma, Arizona
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Yuma, AZ
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $1,881/Per Week
- Profession
- Respiratory Therapist
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 9, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $52.25
- Weekly
- $1,881
- Yearly (full-time)
- $97,812
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $52.25/hour — 36% above the median for Respiratory Therapist jobs in Arizona ($38.36/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.
Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 36 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Respiratory Therapist jobs in Arizona right now
- 52 open Respiratory Therapist jobs in Arizona from 4 agencies, 4 of them in Yuma.
- Pay in these listings: $33.45 – $61.22/hour, median $54.92/hour.
- Typical Respiratory Therapist pay in Arizona: $38.36/hour ($79,789/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: AHS Staffing ($57.94/hour across 15 jobs).
Job description
Join our team as a respiratory therapist on a 13-week travel contract in Yuma, AZ, working 12-hour night shifts. This role offers an engaging mix of adult, pediatric, and neonatal respiratory care, including attending deliveries and cesarean sections if NICU trained. The position involves managing ventilator settings, drawing and analyzing ABGs, and assisting with intubations, with an in-house intensivist available 24/7 and a charge therapist on each shift. Expect to work alongside advanced equipment like Vent-Avea, Hamilton C1, and BiPAP-V60, and to float occasionally to the nearby freestanding ER, which is just a 15-minute drive from the main hospital.
Weather:
Around this time of year, Yuma typically enjoys warm and sunny weather, with clear skies and mild evenings, perfect for outdoor adventures or relaxing after shifts.
Fun Things To Do:
- Colorado River Excursion: Enjoy a day of boating or kayaking on the Colorado River, just a short drive from Yuma.
- Old Town Yuma: Explore historic streets, shops, and local cuisine in this charming area.
- Yuma Territorial Prison: Tour the historic prison site and learn about the Old West history.
- Mittry Lake Trip: Perfect for bird watching, fishing, or a peaceful picnic day.
- Day Trip to San Diego: Spend a day exploring beaches, museums, and vibrant neighborhoods in nearby San Diego.
Job Specifics:
Location: Yuma, Arizona
Shift: 12-hour nights
Duration: 13 weeks
Hours per week: 36 hours
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