Respiratory Therapist

Respiratory Therapist assess, treat and care for patients with breathing disorders. They assume primary responsibility for all respiratory care modalities, including the supervision of respiratory therapy technicians.

AT A GLANCE

Average Salary:

$27.21 (hourly)
$56,600 (annual)

Education:

Associate's Degree
Bachelor's Degree

Projected 2028 Employment:

1,582

Average Annual Job Openings:

104

Patient Interaction:

High

Blood Interaction:

Moderate

Full Career Description

As a Respiratory Therapist you’re the tech-savvy expert utilizing advanced respiratory technology and developing personalized treatments to help people breathe easier. From working with high-tech ventilators to employing innovative breathing exercises, you’re all about bringing innovation to the forefront of respiratory care.

Common Job Titles

Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation Respiratory Therapist, Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT), Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT), Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP), Respiratory Therapist (RT), Staff Respiratory Therapist, Staff Therapist

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