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: 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...