Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Travel Job

Respiratory Therapist Opportunity

We're hiring an experienced Respiratory Therapist for a local healthcare provider where you'll be responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the treatment, care, and needs of patients with breathing disorders.

Minimum Requirements

• Associate or bachelor's degree from a Respiratory Therapy or Cardiopulmonary Science program.
• Proof of having passed the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT). RRT required for new hires after October 1, 2015.
• Current state respiratory therapist license in good standing with the State License Board for Arizona.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Minimum of one year of clinical experience with competency in standard respiratory care modalities and mechanical ventilator management.
• Experience performing pulmonary and cardiology diagnostic testing per departmental protocols.
• Ability to perform patient assessments, document care accurately, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.
• Must meet physical demands of direct patient care, including lifting up to 75 pounds when required.
• Preferred: additional related education and/or experience. Preferred: prior experience in hospital acute care settings.

Assignment Details

• Facility type: Hospital.
• Primary specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist.
• Shift: Nights.
• Shift hours: 1800–0630.
• Duration: 13 week travel assignment.
• Travel assignment type: Travel.
• May be assigned to a variety of areas throughout the system where respiratory care is needed. Candidates should be prepared for a varied work schedule.

Location Highlights

Sun City West, AZ offers a suburban, active-lifestyle setting with easy access to desert recreation. The community sits near the White Tank Mountains, approximately 25–35 miles west of central Phoenix landmarks such as downtown Phoenix and Sky Harbor International Airport, providing a commuter link to urban amenities and regional transit options. Sun City West is adjacent to multiple golf courses and community centers, with retirement-oriented recreational facilities and parks within a short drive, supporting an active, suburban lifestyle. The area provides access to outdoor attractions such as Lake Pleasant Regional Park about 25–30 miles north for boating and hiking, and the Sonoran Desert preserve areas within 30–40 minutes for trail access and desert scenery. Cultural and entertainment options in the greater Phoenix metro include museums, professional sports venues, and dining districts reachable within a 30–60 minute drive, offering a balance of quiet residential living and periodic urban excursions.

Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.