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Respiratory Therapists
As the population ages, the demand for respiratory therapists will increase. Respiratory therapists evaluate, treat, and care for patients with cadiopulmonary disorders. Therapists consult with physicians to determine the best course of action for a patient. They also may care of a patient on life support or other ICU patients.
Relevant Statistics
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Projected Need: 38,000
Projected Growth: 18-26%
Median Wage: $24/hr
An associate degree is required for entry-level jobs, but a bachelor’s degree is needed to advance. A license is required in all states except Alaska and Hawaii. A master’s degree can help a respiratory therapist advance to taking care of critically ill patients will heart or kidney problems, or holding an administrative position.
Job opportunities should be very good, and employment is predicted to grow faster than average. Roles of respiratory therapists are expected to expand along with an increased demand for respiratory care.
jm_durga
8 days ago
2 comments
Hi friends, am working as a Data Analyst for the project of the global concern JnJ. Can i get any job offer in medical records.?
allesha
6 months ago
2 comments
my aunt is a Respiratory Therapists and im thinking of becoming on. But what are the advantage of becoming one.
nanahill
10 months ago
2 comments
Hello, my name is Vanessa Hill. i have recently relocated to KY from WA state where I worked as an RHIT/coder/biller. The CPC certification is more accepted than the RHIT here in this state. i have been searching for work, but it has been hard. I love the billing/analyzing/revenue part of the job that I did in WA. But the problem I have been having is these jobs call for BA in nursing, accounting or finance in analysing or revenue cycle. Any suggestions?
Lauranevarez
10 months ago
4 comments
Hi my name is Laura and Im going to start phlebotomy this month. id like to know where should i start in terms of job hunting once i graduate, and what hospitals are hiring and labs? Whats the right path, because i just dont have a clue? Please email me. Thanks
soosaiarul
11 months ago
2 comments
hai iam soosai arul i have diplamo in hotelmanagement course but ineed more detailes about
hygienic
jasraj
11 months ago
2 comments
hi i m doing phlebotomy course and wanna go for registered nurse what is the best path to go for rn.
Mohsharif
11 months ago
10 comments
Dear Sirs/Madams,
I have a Bachelore degree as hygienist-epidemiologist and Master degree in Public Health. Now I am working as project Coordinator in Tajikistan. But I would like to find a job in US, because I like USA. The high salary is not interested me. I like administrative and managerial work. I have one dependant - my 2,5 years old son. my husband is studying in US.
If there is something appropiate, please contact me: E-mail: nasrulloeva@yahoo.com
Thanks, Moh
MERK
11 months ago
2 comments
Hi,
Looking for a LPN position in a Drs. Office or private duty. If there is anything out there, please contact me! ( Part-time, Beaver, Sewickley or Pittsburgh area) e-mail,mminnici@aol.com
nicole1
11 months ago
2 comments
i am interested in atheletic training
mschadlick
12 months ago
2 comments
i am going to be a medical assistant what is the going rate
mlicorish
12 months ago
2 comments
I actually just started taking classes for a Medical Billing and Coding degree....$14/hr. is not very enticing..any thoughts..
PA_Red
12 months ago
42 comments
I would love to have more information about this field in the healthcare industry. I already have my degree in Medical Billing & Coding, am currently working on my degree in Medical Office Administration and plan on getting my Bachelor's in Medical IT.