Respiratory Therapists
Care for patients with breathing problems.
Quick Facts
Wages: |
Well above the statewide median $39.64 / hour Read more about wages |
Outlook: |
Well above statewide average
Growth rate: 23% Read more about outlook |
Education: |
Associate's degree is typically required. |
On the Job: |
Typical Work Tasks
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Job Title Examples: |
Certified Respiratory Therapist Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Respiratory Care Practitioner See more job title examples |
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Wages & Outlook
Typical Wages
Wages listed below are for a variety of experience and education levels. Make sure that you research the typical entry-level education and work experience and training requirements for this occupation.
This is a very high-wage career. It pays well above the statewide median wage.
Wages for Respiratory Therapists *
U S |
$31.08 | $35.21 | $40.74 |
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Minnesota |
$35.44 | $39.64 | $41.93 |
Central Minnesota |
$32.44 | $39.81 | $42.4 |
Northeast Minnesota |
$31.92 | $36.28 | $38.55 |
Northwest Minnesota |
$33.53 | $37.07 | $38.57 |
Southeast Minnesota |
$39.65 | $42.29 | $53.52 |
Southwest Minnesota |
$32.45 | $38.78 | $39.95 |
Seven County Mpls-St Paul, MN |
$38.65 | $40.6 | $41.93 |
* "Low" indicates 25% of workers earn less and 75% earn more.
"Median" indicates 50% of workers earn less and 50% earn more.
"High" indicates 75% of workers earn less and 25% earn more.
Employment
In Minnesota, there are 1420 workers employed in this small career.
Where do Respiratory Therapists most often work?
- Hospitals
- Ambulatory Health Care Services
- Rental and Leasing Services
- Health and Personal Care Stores
Current Demand
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