Edward M. Adamson Jr.
Lititz,PA
Summary
Well-qualified professional with a solid clinical background over 20+ years in the field. Knowledgeable about optimization strategies and evidence-based practices. Excellent problem-solving, planning and communication skills combined with a decisive and analytical nature. Looking to obtain a position in the Respiratory Care field that utilizes existing job skills while promoting professional growth allowing for a positive impact on others and the profession as a whole.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
Powerback Respiratory
12.2023 - 06.2024
- Responsibilities include, but not limited to Initial and Follow Up patient assessment to include recommendations for care, including sleep study, pulmonary function test, medications, respiratory DME equipment and training of on-site medical staff.
- Collect and analyze key data to make accurate assessments.
- Develop and propose solutions for making positive improvements to operational and patient care strategies.
- Guide staff in clinical best practices and evidence-based methods.
- Communicate with patients, ensuring that medical information was kept private.
- Discuss medical histories with patients in effort to provide most effective medical advice.
Clinical Consultant
Respiratory Care Practitioner, Rapid CPAP
08.2020 - 12.2023
- Responsibilities include, but not limited to Initial and Follow Up patient assessment to include recommendations for care, including sleep study, pulmonary function test, medications, respiratory DME equipment and training of on-site medical staff.
- Collect and analyze key data to make accurate assessments.
- Develop and propose solutions for making positive improvements to operational and patient care strategies.
- Guide staff in clinical best practices and evidence-based methods.
- Communicate with patients, ensuring that medical information was kept private.
- Discuss medical histories with patients in effort to provide most effective medical advice.
Transfer Care Escort
Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory
07.2018 - 08.2020
- Responsibilities include, but are not limited to being the initial contact with grieving families, Explaining/preparing them for the process that lies ahead, transportation/preparation of deceased, reporting initial arrangements/family decisions to appropriate Funeral Home staff.
- Managing and maintaining all required equipment.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
Respiratory Care Practitioner
EME Medical Equipment/WellSpan Medical Equipment
07.2010 - 05.2018
- Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the set-up, maintenance, education, and troubleshooting of home care equipment, assessment of long term patients, Management and administration of Auto-CPAP Program (testing and results).
- Management and allocation of incoming Prescriptions for CPAP and Oxygen Patients.
- Assessment of home environment for safety with initiation of recommended modifications.
- Train new employees as needed.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators and anti-inflammatory medications using hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Documented treatment effectiveness and patient outcomes in medical records.
- Cooperated and communicated effectively with physicians to deliver client satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
Respiratory Care Practitioner
Apria Healthcare
01.2005 - 07.2010
- Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the set-up, maintenance, education, and troubleshooting of home care equipment, assessment of long term patients, Management and administration of Asthma/COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) Intervention Program.
- Administration of CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure) Clinic for Obstructive Sleep Apnea Patients.
- Assessment of home environment for safety with initiation of recommended modifications.
- Train new employees as needed.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
Respiratory Care Practitioner
Conestoga Pulmonary & Critical Care
01.2003 - 01.2005
- Responsibilities include, but are not limited to Managing of the PFT (Pulmonary Function Testing) Lab.
- Performing Pulmonary Function Testing, maintaining PFT equip and lab.
- Reviewing all PFT's and Sleep Studies to prepare them for Physician review.
- Reviewing all Oximetry Results and obtaining appropriate orders.
- Training nursing staff as needed.
- Educated patients about respiratory conditions, treatment plans and medication use.
Respiratory Care Practitioner
Apria Healthcare
01.2000 - 01.2003
- Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the set-up, maintenance, education, and troubleshooting of home care equipment, assessment of long term patients, Management and administration of Asthma/COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) Intervention Program.
- Administration of CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure) Clinic for Obstructive Sleep Apnea Patients.
- Assessment of home environment for safety with initiation of recommended modifications.
- Train new employees as needed.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
Education
A.S. - Respiratory Therapy
York College Of Pennsylvania
York, PA2000
B.S. - Child Development/School of Social Work
University Of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA1997
Skills
- Assessment
- Observation
- Charting
- Reporting
- Troubleshooting
- Data collection processes
- Training and mentoring
Affiliations
Member of Customer service Excellence Committee - BLS(Basic Life Support)for Healthcare Providers/CPR Certified (1998-Present) - Member of American Association of Respiratory Care (1999-Present) - Member of National Board of Respiratory Care (2000-Present) - Volunteer Coach for Warwick Little League (2012-2015) - Volunteer Coach for Lititz Youth Soccer (2012-2016) - York College Respiratory Care Advisory Board (Term Served) - Captain/Member of University. Of Pittsburgh Cross Country, Indoor and Outdoor Track & Field Teams (1993-1997)
References
Christine Eberly (Former Co-Worker) 717-940-7638
Mike Eager (Former Co-Worker) 717-572-0721
Josie Gingerich (Former Supervisor) 717-683-5081
Melanie Diperna (Physician Assistant @ CPSM) 215-518-0084
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
Powerback Respiratory
12.2023 - 06.2024
Clinical Consultant
Respiratory Care Practitioner, Rapid CPAP
08.2020 - 12.2023
Transfer Care Escort
Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory
07.2018 - 08.2020
Respiratory Care Practitioner
EME Medical Equipment/WellSpan Medical Equipment
07.2010 - 05.2018
Respiratory Care Practitioner
Apria Healthcare
01.2005 - 07.2010
Respiratory Care Practitioner
Conestoga Pulmonary & Critical Care
01.2003 - 01.2005
Respiratory Care Practitioner
Apria Healthcare
01.2000 - 01.2003
A.S. - Respiratory Therapy
York College Of Pennsylvania
B.S. - Child Development/School of Social Work
University Of Pittsburgh
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