Respiratory Therapy
The diagnostic evaluation, management, and treatment of the care of patients with deficiencies and abnormalities in the cardiopulmonary (heart-lung) system, mostly respiratory therapy.
About respiratory therapists[edit | edit source]
Respiratory therapists are medical professionals that work in the care of people with lung diseases such as asthma, chronic respiratory disease, such as asthma or emphysema.
Work environment[edit | edit source]
As most work in hospitals that are always open, some may work evening, night, or weekend hours. Some also work as sleep techs in sleep labs
Respiratory therapy[edit | edit source]
- Respiratory therapists typically need an associate’s degree, but some have bachelor’s degrees.
- Respiratory therapists are licensed in all states except Alaska; requirements vary by state.
Pay[edit | edit source]
The median annual wage for respiratory therapists was $61,330 in May 2019.
Job Outlook[edit | edit source]
Employment of respiratory therapists is projected to grow 19 percent from 2019 to 2029, much faster than the average for all occupations.
Future demand[edit | edit source]
Growth in the middle-aged and elderly population will lead to an increased incidence of respiratory conditions such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and pneumonia.
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