Respiratory Therapists

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Occupation Description

Respiratory therapists evaluate, treat, and care for patients with breathing maladies. They also accept primary accountability for all breathing care modalities, including the management of respiratory therapy specialists. Duties can also require them to initiate and conduct therapeutic measures; keep patient records; and select, assemble, check, and control apparatus.

Estimated Income

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Middle
Upper End
$200,000
$150,000
$100,000
$50,000
All financial data provided by Bureau of Labor Statistics (bls.gov)

Total Employees In 2010

116960

Job Openings By 2020

116960

Growth Rate

27.7%

Required Education

Associate's degree
Specific Programs:
Associates in Respiratory Therapy

Required Work Experience

None