Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist Job in Tucson, AZ | Nights (3x12)

Tucson Medical Center Tucson, AZ
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Registered Respiratory Therapist in Tucson, AZ
Weekly Pay
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$1,981
Specialty
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Travel · Allied
Shift
Nights
3×12 hrs
Start Date
09/14
Flexible
Contract
13 wks
Renewable
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This travel Registered Respiratory Therapist job in Tucson, AZ with Advantis Medical is a 13-week travel Registered Respiratory Therapist contract at Tucson Medical Center. This role pays $1,981 per week and follows a Nights shift with a 3x12 schedule. Read more

In this travel Registered Respiratory Therapist job, you will support patient care through specialty-specific clinical services, perform assessments and treatments within your scope of practice, document patient progress, operate relevant medical equipment, and collaborate with physicians and the broader care team to help deliver quality patient outcomes.

Advantis Medical supports travel clinicians with personalized recruiter guidance, fast and straightforward onboarding, complimentary licensing support, and benefits that start on Day 1. Start your application today to learn more about this travel Registered Respiratory Therapist job in Tucson, AZ and other assignments available nationwide. Read less

Job Details

  • Facility: Tucson Medical Center
  • Location: Tucson, AZ 85712
    Explore the area! See our local guide further down this page.
  • Contract Length: 13 Weeks
  • Shift: Nights (3x12)

Responsibilities

  • Assess respiratory status and deliver ordered therapies, including aerosolized medications and oxygen management, across assigned units
  • Set up, monitor, and manage mechanical ventilators, supporting weaning per physician orders and facility protocol
  • Draw and analyze arterial blood gases per facility protocol
  • Respond to rapid responses and codes, providing airway support and assisting with intubation when assigned

Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist Requirements:

  • 2+ years of recent Registered Respiratory Therapist experience.
  • Must hold all required certifications and licenses as mandated by Arizona and national regulatory bodies.

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FAQs – Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist Jobs Near Tucson, AZ

What certifications are required for travel RRT jobs?

Travel RRT jobs generally require an active NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist credential, BLS, and the respiratory care license required by the assignment state.

Adult critical-care units may also require ACLS, while pediatric or neonatal assignments may require PALS or NRP. Submit an “I’m Interested” form, and a recruiter can confirm the complete requirements for this unit.

Can I use the Respiratory Care Interstate Compact for a travel assignment?

Not yet. As of August 2026, the compact has reached its activation threshold and entered implementation, but applications are not open, and no state is issuing practice privileges.

For now, travel RRTs must follow the assignment state’s existing licensing process. A recruiter can help you begin any required application early.

Is Tucson a good location for travel Respiratory Therapist jobs?
Yes. Tucson is often a strong market for travel Respiratory Therapist jobs due to consistent healthcare demand, a mix of hospital and outpatient settings, and competitive weekly pay packages. Many travelers choose Tucson for its balance of career growth and lifestyle perks.
Where can I find other travel Respiratory Therapist jobs near Tucson, Arizona?

Explore the similar jobs section to compare additional travel Respiratory Therapist assignments. Travel jobs are sorted by distance from Tucson, making it easy to view other nearby available opportunities.

You can submit an “I’m Interested” request for each job that matches your preferences. Expressing interest in multiple jobs can give you more options.

How quickly do travel Respiratory Therapist jobs fill in Tucson, Arizona?
Travel Respiratory Therapist jobs in Tucson can be competitive, especially in high-demand specialties or desirable locations. Openings often move quickly once candidates are submitted, so having your profile ready and applying when you see a strong match can improve your chances of landing the assignment you want.
How many years of experience are required for travel Respiratory Therapist jobs?
In most cases, travel Respiratory Therapist roles require two or more years of recent specialty experience. Exact expectations may vary by facility, but meeting that benchmark opens the door to a wide range of assignments. At Advantis Medical, your recruiter works with you to find opportunities that align with your background, comfort level, and career goals.
What's the allied case mix at Tucson Medical Center?
A busy emergency department (including Tucson's first pediatric ED) is the main engine for CT, plain-film, and ultrasound, in a community-hospital setting rather than a trauma center.
What cardiac procedural work runs at Tucson Medical Center?
An accredited Chest Pain Center and cardiovascular program carry cardiac catheterization and cardiac imaging.
What women's and newborn imaging work runs at Tucson Medical Center?
Strong maternity, neonatal, and women's services support labor-and-delivery, NICU, and OB imaging caseloads.
What surgical and procedural work runs across Tucson Medical Center?
Orthopedics, neuroscience, vascular, and surgical services create OR and procedural work across the city's largest hospital.
What system do allied techs document in at Tucson Medical Center?
Epic (HIMSS Stage 7).

Benefits

  • Day One Benefits, Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(k)
  • Relocation and Travel Reimbursement
  • Dedicated team to help with state licensing & renewals
  • Weekly Direct Deposit
  • $1,000 Referral Bonus + $250 Bonus for Your Referral

Explore Tucson, AZ

In the Sonoran Desert, Tucson's clinical demand reaches well past the city center, with assignments routinely extending into Oro Valley, Marana, and Sahuarita. Across those communities, travelers staff the region's outpatient imaging centers, with physical-therapy clinics taking much of the rest, and working the regional contracts is a chance to see more of the desert landscape than the city alone. Off-shift hours bend toward that setting too, whether a hike through Sabino Canyon or a visit to the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum. For a more urban afternoon, the shops and cafes along Historic Fourth Avenue sit close to the center of local life. Tucson tends to pair specialty caseloads with year-round access to open desert space, which shapes the rhythm of an assignment here.

Travel Allied Health Jobs With Advantis Medical — The Gold Standard

At Advantis Medical Staffing, we take great pride in our commitment to caring for clinicians. We are dedicated to connecting clinicians with the best travel jobs nationwide, while providing exceptional service that fosters a trusted partnership for life. Our mission is to deliver the “Gold Standard” in clinician care—not only by securing your first job but by advocating for your long-term career goals and well-being.

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