Respiratory Therapist
Duties and Responsibilities:
They provide care for patients who have respiratory problems. Respiratory Therapist interview and examine patients, perform diagnostic test, monitor and record patients progress, consult with physicians, and teach patients different methods and medication use.
Salary:
the median annual pay for a respiratory therapist since 2017 is $59,710.
Education:
To become a respiratory therapist you must earn an associate's degree. However, most employers prefer those with a bachelor's degree. Also, a completion of a program may be needed for license. Respiratory therapist must have a license and a certificate is recommenced.
Demand or Need:
There are skills that are important that a respiratory therapist must have. These include being compassionate, detail oriented, interpersonal skills, patience, and more.
Reflection: Do you think you would like to be one?
The career pathway of a respiratory therapist can be an interesting job for a while. The lungs is a very amazing and satisfying organ. However, after a short period of time working as a respiratory therapist I will get bored. Although, there is not much education needed to become one. On the other hand, I would rather preform surgery and work with animals.
Duties and Responsibilities:
They provide care for patients who have respiratory problems. Respiratory Therapist interview and examine patients, perform diagnostic test, monitor and record patients progress, consult with physicians, and teach patients different methods and medication use.
Salary:
the median annual pay for a respiratory therapist since 2017 is $59,710.
Education:
To become a respiratory therapist you must earn an associate's degree. However, most employers prefer those with a bachelor's degree. Also, a completion of a program may be needed for license. Respiratory therapist must have a license and a certificate is recommenced.
Demand or Need:
There are skills that are important that a respiratory therapist must have. These include being compassionate, detail oriented, interpersonal skills, patience, and more.
Reflection: Do you think you would like to be one?
The career pathway of a respiratory therapist can be an interesting job for a while. The lungs is a very amazing and satisfying organ. However, after a short period of time working as a respiratory therapist I will get bored. Although, there is not much education needed to become one. On the other hand, I would rather preform surgery and work with animals.
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