What is a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)?
A registered respiratory therapist is an advanced respiratory therapist who participates in clinical decision-making and patient education; develops and implements respiratory care plans; applies patient-driven protocols; utilizes evidence-based clinical practice guidelines; and participates in health promotion, disease prevention and disease management. The advanced level respiratory therapist may be required to exercise considerable independent judgment, under the supervision of a physician, in the respiratory care of patients. Visit our Career Opportunities page for more information.
