呼吸治疗师
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Respiratory therapists are the cornerstone of respiratory care teams, playing a critical role in delivering essential services to patients with respiratory conditions. They are responsible for assessing, treating and managing patients with breathing disorders, providing therapies such as oxygen administration, nebulizer treatments and ventilator management.
Impact on Patient Lives
Respiratory therapists are integral members of the healthcare team, dedicated to improving respiratory function and enhancing the overall quality of life for their patients.
Assessment and Treatment
They assess, treat and manage patients with breathing disorders.
Compassionate Caregivers
Beyond their technical skills, respiratory therapists prioritize patient comfort and well-being.
Teamwork and Camaraderie
They collaborate closely with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to each patient's needs.
Career Advancement
Respiratory therapists are committed to lifelong learning and advancement opportunities exist in a variety of specialists and management roles.
Specialized Opportunities
Respiratory therapists work in a variety of medical settings, supporting patients across many medical specialties, including emergency departments, pediatric care and more.
呼吸治疗师教育标准
Education
Program | Associate
Degree Program Accreditation | Bachelor’s Degree Program Accreditation | Program Terminal Testing Authority | Credential |
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Respiratory Therapist | CoARC | CoARC | NBRC | RRT preferred to CRT |
呼吸治疗师薪酬
呼吸治疗师的年薪取决于技能和经验。从 2021 年 6 月到 2024 年 5 月，该职业的广告年薪趋势增长了 58%。
根据技能和经验，俄亥俄州哥伦布大都会统计区呼吸治疗师的典型百分位数（Pct）薪酬包括：
Region | Entry Level 10th Pct | 25th Pct | Median Salary 50th Pct | 75th Pct | 90th Pct |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Columbus, OH | $64,049 | $74,191 | $80,182 | $88,807 | $97,178 |
2024 年 5 月
当前的职业机会
常见问题
呼吸治疗师负责评估、治疗和护理患有呼吸障碍或心肺疾病的患者。
他们实施氧气、雾化药物和机械通气等治疗，并为患者提供有关呼吸系统疾病和治疗方案的教育。
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To become a respiratory therapist, one typically needs to complete an accredited respiratory therapy program, which may result in an associate or bachelor's degree.
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After completing their education, they must pass a national certification exam to become a Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT), depending on their level of education.
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呼吸治疗师在各种医疗环境中工作，包括医院、诊所、专业护理机构、家庭护理机构和睡眠障碍中心。
他们还可能在新生儿重症监护室 (NICU)、急诊科或肺部康复计划等专业领域工作。
随着俄亥俄州哥伦布地区的发展和人口老龄化，这一热门职业的需求预计还会增长，这反映出呼吸系统疾病的患病率可能会增加。
呼吸治疗师有机会在职业上晋升到主管职位、教育、研究或呼吸护理的专业领域。
该职业的公布薪资趋势显示，从 2021 年 6 月到 2024 年 5 月将增长 53%。
呼吸治疗师可治疗多种呼吸系统疾病，包括哮喘、慢性阻塞性肺病 (COPD)、肺炎、支气管炎、囊性纤维化和睡眠呼吸暂停。
他们还为手术后康复或呼吸衰竭的患者提供护理。
呼吸治疗师遵循严格的规程，以确保呼吸治疗期间患者的安全。
这包括在治疗前对患者进行评估、在治疗期间监测生命体征以及遵循感染控制程序以防止呼吸道感染的扩散。
呼吸治疗师在心脏骤停或创伤等紧急情况下发挥着至关重要的作用，通过提供先进的气道管理、进行氧气治疗和协助机械通气来支持呼吸和氧合。
