Overview
The Respiratory Specialist is primarily responsible for helping with the management of a respiratory unit by administering respiratory therapy and performing pulmonary function tests under the supervision of a physician or nurse anesthetist. The Respiratory Specialist is strictly an advanced-level position.
Job duties
- Examine and treat emergency or battlefield patients
- Interview patients and record their medical histories
- Prepare blood samples for laboratory analysis
- Keep health records and clinical files up to date
Training
Job training for a Respiratory Specialist requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 37 weeks and 4 days of Advanced Individual Training, including inpatient care. Some of the skills you'll learn are: Emergency medical treatment Basic nursing care Understanding of the human body Minor surgical procedures Clinical laboratory procedures Methods for diagnosing diseases
Required ASVAB score
Skilled Technical (ST): 102 Learn more about the ASVAB .
Helpful skills
- Interest in helping and caring for others
- Ability to communicate effectively and work under stressful conditions
- Interest in chemistry, biology, psychology, general science and algebra
- High attention to detail
Civilian career relevance
The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career with hospitals, nursing homes or rehabilitation centers. With a Respiratory Specialist background, you may consider a career as an emergency medical technician, a medical assistant, a medication aide or a physician assistant. With continued study and experience, you may qualify for certification as a National Board for Respiratory Care respiratory therapist.
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Source: Army National Guard career record · Updated 2023-07-18