Respiratory Therapist (RT) Career

*A job as a Respiratory Therapist (RT) falls under the broader career category of Respiratory Therapists. The information on this page will generally apply to all careers in this category but may not specifically apply to this career title.

Job Description for Respiratory Therapists : Assess, treat, and care for patients with breathing disorders. Assume primary responsibility for all respiratory care modalities, including the supervision of respiratory therapy technicians. Initiate and conduct therapeutic procedures; maintain patient records; and select, assemble, check, and operate equipment.

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