As a Respiratory Therapist, you'll work side-by-side with doctors to ensure or restore
one of the most essential functions in life: breathing.
You could work in doctor's offices, nursing homes, sleep centers, pediatric care facility
-- or in the back of a helicopter! You might help patents manage their lung function,
analyze breath or tissue, diagnose illnesses and recommend treatment, maintain mechanical
ventilation for patients who can't breathe on their own, or conduct quit-smoking classes.
According to the Bureau of Labor and Statistics Occupational Handbook, the median
pay in 2020 was $62,810. Employers often pay for Respiratory Therapists to receive advanced training, further
increasing their earning potential.
Licensing
Following graduation, Respiratory Therapists must become licensed as Respiratory Care
Professionals by the State Medical Board of Ohio.