Brittany Vitaris
Buffalo,NY
Summary
Prior to respiratory care, gained 8+ years experience with patient care as a dental assistant. Returned to school in 2019 to progress education and career. Current Respiratory Therapist assisting in diagnosing, treating, and managing patients dealing with pulmonary disorders. Reputable and friendly professional paired with excellent time management and critical thinking abilities. Expertise in maintaining respiratory therapy equipment and determining requirements for treatment.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
Buffalo CPAP
West Seneca, New York
06.2022 - Current
- Interacted effectively with patients, families, staff and other health care offices to deliver high level of customer service and teamwork.
- Educated patients about sleep apnea, answered questions and provided comforting words to control anxiety and enhance procedure results.
- Set up over 80-PAP devices per month
DENTAL ASSISTANT
Warren Krutchick DDS
West Seneca, Ny
01.2012 - 04.2019
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry and oral surgery
- Monitored patient vitals during conscious sedation procedures
- Educated patients on oral hygiene, pre-surgical instructions, and post-surgical care
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Care
Erie Community College
05.2022
Skills
Clinical rotations through Wyoming Community Hospital, Veteran’s Hospital, Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center, Buffalo General Hospital, John R Oishei Children’s Hospital, Strong Memorial Hospital
- Worked with Hamilton, Servo, and Drager ventilators
- Gained experience in the midst of the global COVID-19 pandemic
Certification
- CRT - Certified Respiratory Therapist
- RRT- Registered Respiratory Therapist [#190899]
- BLS/ACLS- American Red Cross
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
Buffalo CPAP
06.2022 - Current
DENTAL ASSISTANT
Warren Krutchick DDS
01.2012 - 04.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Care
Erie Community College