Chad Woodard
HURRICANE,WV
Summary
Accomplished Respiratory Therapist/Sleep Technologist with decade long proven track record at WVU Medicine, adept in EMR management and patient education. Demonstrated ability to improve patient outcomes through expert care plan management and exceptional clinical leadership. Cultivates positive relationships, ensuring high levels of patient satisfaction and compliance.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Respiratory Therapist /Sleep Technologist
WVU Medicine
02.2022 - Current
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Helped to complete procedures such as EEGs, PSGs and NCSs.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Monitored patients during tests or surgeries using electroencephalographs (EEG), evoked potential (EP) instruments or video recording equipment.
- Gathered, documented and tracked test results for physician interpretation.
- Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Sleep Technologist
Pulmonary Associates of South Charleston
02.2013 - Current
- Gathered, charted, and analyzed patient history data and discussed key points with clinicians.
- Educated patients about procedures, answered questions, and provided comforting words to control anxiety and enhance procedure results.
- Monitored patient vital signs, lab results and other indicators of health.
- Cared for patients by providing personal assistance and ambulation.
- Maintained accurate patient charts and medical records.
- Utilized medical software to document and track patient progress.
- Educated patients and caregivers on proper ways to use breathing apparatuses at home.
Respiratory Therapist /Sleep Technologist
Thomas Memorial Hospital
04.2012 - 06.2020
- Cooperated and communicated with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
- Completed continued education units annually to stay current with respiratory therapy advancements and maintain compliance with administrative regulations.
- Maintained accurate patient charts and medical records.
- Performed diagnostic tests and reported results to healthcare providers.
- Utilized medical software to document and track patient progress.
- Gathered, charted, and analyzed patient history data and discussed key points with clinicians.
- Educated patients about procedures, answered questions, and provided comforting words to control anxiety and enhance procedure results.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Care
Marshall University
Huntington, WV12-2008
Skills
- Patient and family advocacy
- Patient and caregiver education
- Strong clinical judgment
- Clinical leadership
- Care plan management
- Professional bedside manner
- EMR management
- Therapy documentation
- Customer service
- Counseling and therapy
- Time management
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist /Sleep Technologist
WVU Medicine
02.2022 - Current
Sleep Technologist
Pulmonary Associates of South Charleston
02.2013 - Current
Respiratory Therapist /Sleep Technologist
Thomas Memorial Hospital
04.2012 - 06.2020
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Care
Marshall University
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