Duties and Responsibilities: Interview and examine patients with breathing or cardiopulmonary disorders. Consult with physician to develop patient treatment plans. Perform diagnostic tests such as measuring lung capacity. Treat patients by using a variety of methods, including chest physiotherapy and aerosol medications. Monitor and record the progress of treatment. Supervise respiratory therapy technicians during tests and evaluate the findings of the test. Teach patients how to use treatments.
Salary: $55,870
Education: Respiratory therapists need at least an associates degree, but employers may prefer applicants who have a bachelors degree.
Demand or Need for Profession:
Salary: $55,870
Education: Respiratory therapists need at least an associates degree, but employers may prefer applicants who have a bachelors degree.
Demand or Need for Profession:
- Compassion
- Detail Oriented
- Interpersonal Skills
- Patience
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Science and Math Skills
Reflection: This career does interest me. It interest me because you get to help patients out with their breathing. Also you perform diagnostic tests and I find that interesting how they measure lung capacity. To add on, I believe this career if good for me since I'm a very compassionate person and especially with little kids. I love to help other and I believe this career would be good for me.
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