Christian Gerken
Waxahachie
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional with a solid foundation in hospital and clinic operations, including a strong background in front desk workflows and direct patient care, pursuing a career transition into hospital admissions within Texas Health Resources. Proven experience in patient registration, insurance verification and consent documentation, supported by extensive EPIC proficiency and a strong understanding of medical terminology.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Critical Care Registered Respiratory Therapist
Children’s Medical Center
01.2025 - Current
- Provided advanced respiratory support to critically ill infants, children, and adolescents across PICU, NICU, and emergency settings. Responsibilities included comprehensive respiratory assessments; management of invasive and non-invasive ventilation; administration of oxygen therapy, nebulized medications, HFNC, CPAP/BiPAP, and airway-clearance modalities.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Cook Children’s Medical Center
07.2024 - 08.2025
- Delivered age-appropriate respiratory treatments for infants, children, and adolescents. Managing ventilators, performing assessments, and responding to emergencies in a fast-paced pediatric hospital environment. Coordinated closely with interdisciplinary teams and educating families on care plans to ensure high-quality, family-centered care.
Patient Care Technician
Children’s Medical Center
09.2021 - 06.2024
- Provided hands-on support to pediatric patients by obtaining vital signs, performing basic clinical tasks, assisting with mobility, and maintaining accurate documentation in a fast-paced hospital setting. Collaborated with nursing staff to ensure a safe, comforting, and family-centered care environment.
Resident Care Coordinator
Heartis Seniors Living
10.2020 - 04.2021
- Coordinated daily care and individualized service plans for assisted living and memory care residents, ensuring safety, dignity, and person-centered support. Collaborated with families and healthcare providers, supervised caregiving staff, and maintained regulatory compliance to promote a high-quality living environment. Provided direct supervision to medication technicians and caregivers, ensuring consistent and safe care practices.
Department Assistant
Texas Health Resources Arlington Memorial Hospital
11.2013 - 09.2020
- Managed front desk operations for two mid-level providers, one specializing in chronic illnesses and one in prenatal care. Coordinated patient scheduling, check-in/out, insurance verification, referrals, and electronic medical record updates. Answered and triaged multi-line phone calls, addressed patient inquiries, and facilitated a smooth clinic workflow while providing professional, compassionate support to patients and serving as a key liaison between patients and providers.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Care
Tarrant County College
Fort Worth, Texas05.2024
High School Diploma - undefined
Mansfield Timberview High School
Arlington, Texas05.2007
Skills
- Exceptional attention to detail with strong organizational and time-management abilities
- Self-motivated and able to work independently while supporting team objectives
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
- Collaborative, team-oriented mindset with a focus on problem-solving
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and competent with general computer applications
- Strong knowledge of medical terminology and clinical documentation standards
- Professional customer service skills with a patient- and family-centered approach
- HIPAA compliance
- Insurance verification
- Patient registration
Certification
- BLS
- ACLS
- PALS
Timeline
Critical Care Registered Respiratory Therapist
Children’s Medical Center
01.2025 - Current
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Cook Children’s Medical Center
07.2024 - 08.2025
Patient Care Technician
Children’s Medical Center
09.2021 - 06.2024
Resident Care Coordinator
Heartis Seniors Living
10.2020 - 04.2021
Department Assistant
Texas Health Resources Arlington Memorial Hospital
11.2013 - 09.2020
High School Diploma - undefined
Mansfield Timberview High School
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Care
Tarrant County College