Ashley Rodriguez
Killeen
Summary
Former Registered Respiratory Therapist and Lead Non Commissioned Officer in the United States Air Force bringing over two years of experience in Human Resources and Risk Management. Successfully led multiple teams of 35+ both in and outside the medical field; providing diverse knowledge and large skillset across the board. Proven ability to manage patient care, compliance, risk management, and employee relations. Has strong skillset in employee relations and managing difficult situations and mitigating risk while maintaining a professional yet empathetic relationship with employees.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
United States Air Force
03.2019 - 11.2022
- Served as Non-Commissioned officer for two clinics for one year, guiding 235 personnel and oversaw 1,024 medical encounters. Ensured all patient information was protected under HIPPA without violation as well as mitigated risk of documentation error by overseeing all encounters entered.
- Assisted 7 medical providers by scheduling 9,900 appointments and procedures, negating twenty-eight million dollars in network deferral costs. Oversaw 46,000 beneficiary patients.
- Educated nineteen students and validated 467 tasks amongst the students providing 1.3 million dollars in assets for two Major Commands in the United States Air Force; earning best Preceptor Award.
- Led 35 airman, provided training in both Clinical and Outpatient settings (OR, ICU, Emergency Room (ER)). Educated them on hospital policy for both state and federal law ensuring they provided the best care to patients in both military and civilian hospitals.
- Oversaw all on-boarding and off-boarding of both civilian and military employees
- Mitigated risk across the hospital by ensuring compliance for both personnel and inventory. Ensured 100% pass rate for two years during annual inspection by The Joint Commission.
- Was point of contact for sensitive employment and personal matters for all personnel in the clinic, both military and civilian such as disciplinary actions, record keeping, and training.
Education
Masters in Legal Studies -
Texas A&M School of Law
Fort Worth, Texas05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Legal Studies
American Public University
Charles Town, West Virginia05.2024
Associates Degree in Criminal Justice - undefined
Central Texas College
Killeen, Texas05.2017
Skills
- Compliance
- Communication
- Human Resources Management
- Employee privacy and rights
- Title 7, FMLA, ADA, ADEA
Websites
Accomplishments
Best Preceptor Award - was awarded best preceptor from students out of 7 others due to ability to teach, maintain professional relationship while ensuring the employees I was training were taken care of in all aspects of employment.
Senior Airmen Below The Zone - Early promotion due to career achievements. Was selected out of over 100 Airmen in the workplace.
Certification
- Certificate in Human Resources and Employment Law, Policy, and Management Professional Certification – Aug 2024 - 2025
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Professional Certification – 2020
- Advanced Leaders Course (ALS) Professional Certification – 2022
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Military Awards
- Senior Airmen Below the Zone – (early promotion)
- Air Force 2021 Etchberger Team of the Year award
- The Air and Space Commendation Medal
- Best Preceptor Award
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
United States Air Force
03.2019 - 11.2022
Associates Degree in Criminal Justice - undefined
Central Texas College
Masters in Legal Studies -
Texas A&M School of Law
Bachelor of Science - Legal Studies
American Public University
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