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A respiratory therapist is a valuable member of the health care team. Working alongside physicians in critical care units, operating rooms, and emergency rooms, the respiratory therapist is charged with evaluating and caring for patients suffering from disorders of the respiratory systems.
Physicians who specialize in diagnosing and treating respiratory disorders are called pulmonologists. Often, these physicians will employ certified or registered respiratory therapists to work in their offices or clinics. Therapists may work to assess a patient’s symptoms or may work with the patient and physician to improve or maintain the quality of life. Therapists typically work under the direction of a physician.
Training beyond high school is required to become a respiratory therapist. Several community colleges and some trade and technical schools offer programs in respiratory therapy. Many of these institutions offer certificated programs, but for individuals who desire to advance in their field, completion of at least an Associate’s degree may be necessary. Bachelor’s degrees are offered at a number of schools. More and more schools are offering graduate degrees and it is possible to obtain a Master’s degree in respiratory therapy.
While it may be possible to complete a portion of this training via online classes, an internship is required to complete the hands-on portion of the training and education. The benefits of online classes can still be enjoyed for a portion of the education, but the respiratory therapy student should be aware that traditional classes will be required for at least a part of the education.
In every state except Alaska, respiratory therapists must possess a license issued by the state in which they work. Once the therapist has earned a degree, he or she must pass a national examination to obtain their license. Passing this examination provides the therapist the distinction of being a Certified Respiratory Therapist. Therapists who wish to advance their careers may obtain the title of Registered Respiratory Therapist by successfully passing two additional tests.
Salaries for respiratory therapists are competitive with other jobs in the health care industry. The average annual salary for a respiratory therapist is between $46,000 and $48,000. Some areas of the country offer substantially high salaries.
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Who makes more money a respiratory therapist or a ultrasound technician?
respiratory therapist
What does a respiratory therapist start out at?
According to CareerCruising.com the average starting pay for a Respiratory Therapist is about $45,000.
What does the CRT stand for in respiratory therapist CRT?
Certified Respiratory Therapist. It means you have taken the test and passed.
Where can I get a respritory therapist job?
There are Respiratory Therapist jobs all over the United States. The two links below are a great place to get started! www.indeed.com/q-Respiratory-Therapist-jobs.html www.simplyhired.com/a/jobs/list/q-respiratory+therapist
Where can you find respritory therapist jobs?
You can find respritory therapist jobs at www.indeed.com/q-Respiratory-Therapist-jobs.html, www.indeed.com/q-Respiratory-Therapist-l-Dallas,-TX-jobs.html
What programs are available for respiratory therapy training?
In order to become a respiratory therapist you will need to obtain some qualifications. To learn more about becoming a respiratory therapist check out www.certrespiratorytherapist.com/.
Should respiratory therapist be capitalized?
Yes
What type of therapist uses oxygen therapy and measures lung capacity?
Respiratory Therapist
What can be done to relieve pain from bone cancer?
There are Respiratory Therapist jobs all over the United States. The two links below are a great place to get started! www.indeed.com/q-Respiratory-Therapist-jobs.html www.simplyhired.com/a/jobs/list/q-respiratory+therapist
Do you have to go to medical school to become a radiologic technologist?
The completion of respiratory therapist training programs in most states (except for Alaska and Hawaii) require a respiratory therapist license. The requirements are closely aligned with the requirements set forth by the NBRC to become a certified respiratory therapist.
Which make more a nurse or a respiratory therapist?
its common sense, a respiratory therapist is someone who basically save lifes and a nurse can do anything such as feeding an so forth
If there is respiratory therapist aide?
There are Respiratory Therapists, Respiratory Nurses, and Respiratory Therapy Technicians. However, I have never heard of a Respiratory Aide, and the U.S. Department of Labor does not list it within their occupational handbook. The closest to the aide type of position would be the Respiratory Therapy Technician who operates under the direction of the Respiratory Therapist and/or the Physician.
