SummaryRespiratory Therapy is a life-supporting - life-enhancing health care professional practice under qualified medical supervision. Respiratory care services - both diagnostic and therapeutic - are provided to patients with known or suspected disorders of the cardiopulmonary system.QualificationsApplicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met.Basic Requirements:United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA PolicyEducationIndividuals must have successfully completed a respiratory car