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Assess, treat, and care for patients with breathing disorders. Assume primary responsibility for all respiratory care modalities, including the supervision of respiratory therapy technicians. Initiate and conduct therapeutic procedures; maintain patient records; and select, assemble, check, and operate equipment.



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$70.5k

Annual median Salary

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Education

Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.


83%

Associate's degree

12%

Bachelor's degree

5%

Post-secondary certificate

Careers

Typical Job Titles

Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP)

Respiratory Therapist (RT)

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