Respiratory Therapists
Allied Health Professionals • Healthcare & Medical Careers
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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💼 About This Career
Respiratory Therapists professionals work in healthcare & medical careers, specifically in allied health professionals. This role typically requires associate's degree and offers a median salary of $80,450.
📊 Job Market Outlook
The job growth outlook for Respiratory Therapists is rated as High. Currently, there are approximately 136,420 people employed in this occupation nationwide.
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Data Source: Salary and employment statistics are from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) program , 2024 data. Historical trends show changes over time. Individual results may vary based on experience, location, and employer.