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    • Cardiovascular Technologist and Technician
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    • Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist
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    • Surgical Technologist
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  • Overview
  • Careers
    • Cardiovascular Technologist and Technician
    • Dental Assistant
    • Dental Hygienist
    • Licensed Practical and Vocational Nurse
    • Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist
    • Medical & Clinical Laboratory Technologist
    • Medical Records & Health Information Technician
    • Physical Therapy Assistant
    • Radiologic Technologist
    • Registered Nurse
    • Respiratory Therapists
    • Surgical Technologist
    • Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
  • Blog
  • Resources
  • Cardiovascular Technologist and Technician
  • Dental Assistant
  • Dental Hygienist
  • Licensed Practical and Vocational Nurse
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist
  • Medical & Clinical Laboratory Technologist
  • Medical Records & Health Information Technician
  • Physical Therapy Assistant
  • Radiologic Technologist
  • Registered Nurse
  • Respiratory Therapists
  • Surgical Technologist
  • Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

Respiratory Therapists

Respiratory Therapists assess, treat, and care for patients with breathing disorders. They assume primary responsibility for all respiratory care modalities, including the supervision of respiratory therapy technicians. In addition, they conduct therapeutic procedures, maintain patient records, and operate respiratory equipment.

What to expect

Are you organized, reliable and able to work well as a part of a team? You will need to be adaptive and a good communicator.

Can work in these sectors
  • Healthcare

Average Annual Salary

$57,000

Salary Range Per Hour

$21-$37

Thru 2024. TX Workforce Commission

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