Pays $42/hour — Respiratory Therapist market median is ~$93k (31 jobs) · Above average in Respiratory Therapy for work-life (5.1/10, vs 3,696 in this specialty)
About the Role
Per diem respiratory therapist role in a critical illness recovery hospital. PRN schedule, $42/hr. Oro Valley, AZ.
Join Select Specialty Hospital - Tucson as a Respiratory Therapist – Per Diem in Oro Valley, Arizona.
Benefits & Compensation
- Pay rate: $42/hour.
- 401k (after 1,000 hours)
- Extensive orientation program
- Opportunity for advancement
Work Schedule
- Per Diem position.
- Day shift only - no nights.
This position offers day shifts only. Work with Select Specialty Hospital - Tucson in Oro Valley, Arizona.
Key Responsibilities
The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for evaluating patients and implementing treatment plans for those with complex medical and surgical conditions. Key duties include performing endotracheal tube procedures and providing compassionate care to critically ill patients.
Requirements
Candidates must hold an active CRT or RRT credential, current state licensure, and BLS and ACLS certifications. A high school diploma or GED is required, and one year of related experience is preferred.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Certifications
Key Skills
Respiratory Therapy Career Context
Of the 40 active Respiratory Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 28% have no call, 25% require no weekends.
Respiratory Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 1.8% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Arizona is 100.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.3% of Arizona clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Position Insights
AI ANALYSISThis role scores 5.1/10 on work-life balance for Respiratory Therapist roles.
Career trajectory: This position offers advancement within 2-3 years. The compensation analysis shows this employer pays...
Benefits analysis: Compared to 31 similar roles, this listing's benefits package ranks...
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