Alicia Young
Cullman
Summary
Skilled healthcare professional with strong foundation in delivering respiratory care services. Known for successfully managing patient treatment plans and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Reliable in adapting to changing clinical needs and using respiratory techniques.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Respiratory Therapist
University of Alabama at Birmingham
01.2020 - Current
- Critical Care Lead
- Enhanced patient experience during aerosol treatments by demonstrating proper technique while ensuring they are comfortable throughout the process.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients with respiratory disorders.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
Medical Assistant
Urgent Care Center
09.2018 - 12.2019
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Ensured patient safety and comfort during examinations, effectively addressing concerns and answering questions.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols by following proper sterilization techniques for medical equipment.
- Aided in accurate diagnoses by performing laboratory tests and preparing specimens for analysis.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology, Forensic Psychology
University of Alabama At Birmingham
Birmingham, AL05-2026
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Wallace State Community College
Hanceville, AL05-2020
Skills
- Aerosol therapy
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Airway management-Invasive and Noninvasive
- Tracheostomy care
- Patient-focused care
- Vital sign monitoring
- EMR / EHR
Certification
- Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification (CPR) - American Red Cross.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
Timeline
Certified Respiratory Therapist
University of Alabama at Birmingham
01.2020 - Current
Medical Assistant
Urgent Care Center
09.2018 - 12.2019
- Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification (CPR) - American Red Cross.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
Bachelor of Science - Psychology, Forensic Psychology
University of Alabama At Birmingham
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Wallace State Community College
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