How do they match: Respiratory Therapists

  • Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Respiratory Therapist
  • Respiratory Care Practitioner

  • 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.

  • Demonstrate respiratory care procedures to trainees or other healthcare personnel.
  • Enforce safety rules and ensure careful adherence to physicians' orders.
  • Provide emergency care, such as artificial respiration, external cardiac massage, or assistance with cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
  • Work as part of a team of physicians, nurses, or other healthcare professionals to manage patient care by assisting with medical procedures or related duties.

  • Inform medical professionals regarding patient conditions and care.
  • Supervise patient care personnel.