Respiratory Therapist by Caitlin Keener https://padlet.com/caitlinreneekeener/o1iq706dbsd3 en-us 2018-02-16 17:44:38 UTC 2018-02-16 18:04:45 UTC hello@padlet.com Job Description caitlinreneekeener https://padlet.com/caitlinreneekeener/o1iq706dbsd3/wish/232439456 The respiratory therapist takes care of patients that have trouble breathing. There are many conditions that respiratory therapist deal, including asthma and emphysema. Respiratory therapists don't deal with one age group they take care of babies, elderly, and young adults. ]]> 2018-02-16 17:47:45 UTC https://padlet.com/caitlinreneekeener/o1iq706dbsd3/wish/232439456 Work Environment caitlinreneekeener https://padlet.com/caitlinreneekeener/o1iq706dbsd3/wish/232441530 Respiratory therapist mainly works full time in hospitals. Some work night, days, or even weekends.]]> 2018-02-16 17:52:40 UTC https://padlet.com/caitlinreneekeener/o1iq706dbsd3/wish/232441530 Education Preparation caitlinreneekeener https://padlet.com/caitlinreneekeener/o1iq706dbsd3/wish/232442120 To be a Respiratory therapist you need to at least have a associates degree. However, most employers prefer you to have a bachelors degree. Some course you need to have for this job is anatomy and physiology, chemistry, physics, microbiology, pharmacology, and math. To be a respiratory therapist you have to be licensed by your state. ]]> 2018-02-16 17:54:05 UTC https://padlet.com/caitlinreneekeener/o1iq706dbsd3/wish/232442120 Average Salary caitlinreneekeener https://padlet.com/caitlinreneekeener/o1iq706dbsd3/wish/232444286  Respiratory therapist annual salary in 2016 was $58,670. However, some made less than $42,490 and some made higher than $81,550. The annual wage in the nursing care facilities is $59,860. The annual wage in the office of a physician is $59,150. The annual wage in the hospital is $58,740.]]> 2018-02-16 17:59:13 UTC https://padlet.com/caitlinreneekeener/o1iq706dbsd3/wish/232444286 Job Outlook caitlinreneekeener https://padlet.com/caitlinreneekeener/o1iq706dbsd3/wish/232445889 The employment for a respiratory therapist is expected to grow 23% in the years 2016-2026. ]]> 2018-02-16 18:03:09 UTC https://padlet.com/caitlinreneekeener/o1iq706dbsd3/wish/232445889