Respiratory Technicians

A first step in exploring the field of respiratory therapy is through a part-time or summer in a hospital. They have a continuing need for helpers in many departments. Even though the work may not be directly related to respiratory therapy, you will gain knowledge of the operation of a hospital and may be in a position to get acquainted with respiratory therapists and observe them as they carry out their duties. If part-time or temporary work is not available, you may wish to volunteer your services.

Your school's career services office or your health teacher can help set up interviews with or lectures by respiratory therapy practitioners from a local hospital. Prepare a list of questions first to learn more about their work and how they got started in the respiratory technician field.