Perform bronchopulmonary drainage andassist or instruct patients in performance of breathing exercises.
Provide emergency care, such as artificial respiration, external cardiac massage, or assistance with cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
Teach, train, supervise, or use the assistance of students, respiratory therapy technicians, or assistants.
Use a variety of testing techniques to assist doctors in cardiac or pulmonary research or to diagnose disorders.
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.
Assist healthcare practitioners during examinations or treatments.