Missouri
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
23.70% growth rate
250 annual job openings
Wage Range
$30/hour
28.52
30.44
50th percentile
35.04
Required Work Experience
None
On-The-Job Training
None
(no occupation-specific training required)
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