Certified Respiratory Therapist Job Description
The following is a full job description for Certified Respiratory Therapist. Here are the requirements and responsibilities for Certified Respiratory Therapist along with statistics. If after reading this page you determine that Certified Respiratory Therapist is not the position you are looking for, you may want to try one of these similar titles: Transport Respiratory Therapist, Registered Respiratory Therapist, Respiratory Tech - Certified, Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant, Occupational Therapist Assistant - Home Care, Respiratory Therapy Supervisor, Respiratory Therapy Manager, Occupational Therapist, Respiratory Therapy Senior Manager
Requirements and Responsibilities For Certified Respiratory Therapist
Specializes in treating patients with breathing difficulties and pulmonary disorders. Collaborates with physicians to implement prescribed treatment plans. Conducts lung function tests, and analyzes blood and sputum samples to evaluate oxygen and carbon dioxide levels. Operates and maintains ventilators, CPAP machines, and other devices for patients requiring respiratory support. Requires an associate degree. Requires Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) certification. Requires State License to practice. Typically reports to a supervisor. Years of experience may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement.
 
Also referred to as: Certified Respiratory Care Therapist, Respiratory Care Practitioner, Respiratory Care Therapist
Similar Jobs:  Transport Respiratory Therapist, Registered Respiratory Therapist, Respiratory Tech - Certified, Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant, Occupational Therapist Assistant - Home Care, Respiratory Therapy Supervisor, Respiratory Therapy Manager, Occupational Therapist, Respiratory Therapy Senior Manager
Level of Education:  Certified Respiratory Therapist Salaries with an Associate's Degree, Certified Respiratory Therapist Salaries with a Bachelor's Degree, Certified Respiratory Therapist Salaries with a Master's Degree or MBA, Certified Respiratory Therapist Salaries with a JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent
Industries:  Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit, Healthcare
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