Respiratory care
American association for respiratory care
Respiratory therapist
About
Respiratory Therapists are experts in healthcare who offer respiratory care to the patients suffering from respiratory issues and different pulmonary (lung) diseases/ chest disorders. They typically work below the guidance of Chest Medicine / Pulmonary Medicine/ Respiratory Medicine Specialist Physicians and Consultants Respiratory Therapists.
Education
High School
Physics, Chemistry, Biology
Bachelor's
Respiratory Care Technology
Skills Required
Job Prospects
- Rehabilitation centers
- Nursing homes
- Healthcare offices
- Academic institutions
Salary / Annum
216,000
Fresher780,000
Average1,020,000
ExperiencedCities Data
Jobs Outlook
- Most respiratory therapists work full time. Because they may work in medical facilities, such as hospitals that are always open, some may work evening, night, or weekend hours.
- Employment of respiratory therapists is projected to grow 23 percent from 2020 to 2030, much faster than the average for all occupations.
Promising Profiles
Lauren Lampkin
Respiratory therapist
Ryan
Respiratory therapist
