Lead Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Respiratory TherapistIncludes callFull-Time

Pay not listed · Arizona.

Compensation

Pay not listed

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Posted 6mo ago

Job Description

Position Summary

Provides respiratory therapy to patients are ordered by physicians. Performs all types of Respiratory Care including diagnostic testing, treadmills, complete PFTs, ABG machine maintenance, and Hemodynamics. Performs all types of general floor therapies and procedures required in the specialty areas, i. e.

ICU, PACU, etc. Performs assessment and treatment of the newborn, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patient. Ability to precept and train staff, students, and orientees.

Embark on a rewarding career with Abrazo Arizona Heart Hospital hospital. If you are a compassionate healthcare professional eager to contribute to patient care, this is your opportunity where your skills make a difference every day. Join us in delivering exceptional healthcare with a personal touch.

At Abrazo Arizona Heart Hospital, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and

programs include:

  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
  • Generous paid time off
  • Career development and continuing education opportunities
  • Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
  • Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
  • Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status: Since 1998, Abrazo Arizona Heart Hospital has served as one of the areas leading hospitals for the diagnosis and treatment of heart and vascular disease.

With experienced physicians, some of the most advanced equipment and techniques available, the hospital is at the forefront of identifying solutions and utilizing research to attack and overcome heart and vascular disease.

Our highly trained staff practices evidence-based treatment and provides personalized care to meet the needs of each of our patients. Join our team!

Key Responsibilities

The Lead Registered Respiratory Therapist provides comprehensive respiratory care, including diagnostic testing and hemodynamics, to patients across various hospital departments. They are also responsible for precepting and training staff, students, and orientees while maintaining high standards of patient care.

Requirements

Candidates must have completed a formal two-year respiratory education program and hold a valid Arizona Registered Respiratory Therapist license. Additional requirements include CPR certification, with ACLS, PALS, and NRP certifications required within 12 months of employment.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

ICU carePatient assessmentStaff trainingAsepsisInfection controlVolume ventilatorsCustomer serviceLeadership

Respiratory Therapy Career Context

Of the 50 active Respiratory Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 56% have no call, 44% require no weekends.

Respiratory Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 3.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 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).

Top Respiratory Therapist Jobs

28 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution21 jobs

5
<$100k
10
$100k-115k
3
$115k-130k
3
$130k-145k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks19 jobs

401k / retirement match
79% this job
Sign-on bonus
37%
CME allowance
11% this job
Relocation assistance
11%
PSLF eligible
5%

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Work-life snapshot

median 3.0this job 3.0
Better work-life than 50% of Respiratory Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,803 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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  • Includes call
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Benefits & Perks

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
Generous paid time off
Career development and continuing education opportunities
Health savings accounts