Respiratory Therapists   29-1126

Health Science
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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Occupation Details

 

Location

South Dakota

Education Requirements

Associate's degree

Growth Opportunity

32.40% growth rate
30 annual job openings

Wage Range

$29/hour 23.05 29.04 50th percentile 30.52

Required Work Experience

None

On-The-Job Training

None
(no occupation-specific training required)

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