California
Respiratory Therapists 29-1126
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promising occupation
Description
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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Education Requirements
Associate's degree
Growth Opportunity
24.70% growth rate
1,280 annual job openings
Wage Range
$47/hour
37.57
47.01
50th percentile
54.24
Required Work Experience
None
On-The-Job Training
None
(no occupation-specific training required)
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