HEATHER REES
Lincare
Willow Springs,MO
20
years of professional experience
Experienced Health Care Specialist with a background in respiratory therapy and patient services. Skilled in patient education, HIPAA compliance, and equipment coordination, with a focus on safe care, timely service, and effective communication.
Work History
Health Care Specialist
18 Years 11 Months- Educated patients on oxygen therapy equipment use, maintenance, and safety compliance.
- Coordinated respiratory equipment delivery, setup, and timely service adjustments.
- Reviewed insurance documentation and prior authorization requirements for patient accounts.
- Monitored patient needs and communicated equipment issues to clinical support teams.
- Trained new staff on patient service procedures and compliance standards.
- Resolved equipment concerns promptly to maintain continuity of care.
Respiratory Therapist
10 Months- Managed airway support during emergencies, stabilizing patients in critical care and acute care settings.
- Administered nebulizer, oxygen, and ventilator therapies while monitoring patient response and documentation accuracy.
- Interpreted arterial blood gas results to guide timely clinical interventions and treatment adjustments.
- Assessed patient respiratory status and adjusted treatment plans to support physician-directed care.
- Educated patients and families on inhaler use, oxygen safety, and home respiratory equipment.
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapist
Skills
Clinical skills
Vital signs monitoring
HIPAA knowledge
Health privacy laws
Patient education
Respiratory assessments
Effective communication
Teamwork and collaboration
Effective communication
Attentiveness
Patient confidentiality
Timeline
Health Care Specialist
Lincare
12.2007 - 11.2026Read More
Respiratory Therapist
Carroll County Memorial Hospital
01.2007 - 11.2007Read More
Concorde Career College
Associate of Science from Respiratory Therapist
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