Therapy, Surgical Tech., and Emer.
Therapists work as a part of the medical team operating complex life-support equipment.
These individuals are involved with the process of mechanical breathing, testing lung function, and administering medical gases and aerosolized medications. In addition, therapists are also responsible in monitoring the effects of treatment and the progress of infant, child, and adult patients. This profession provides opportunity for direct patient contact. Therapists combine scientific knowledge with caring and understanding for the needs of each patient. Therapists work in acute care and long-term care hospitals, outpatient clinics, rehabilitation departments, home care agencies, and some are employed by respiratory equipment and pharmaceutical manufacturers.