Hector F Garcia
Chicago
Summary
Aspiring respiratory therapist with a strong academic record and a commitment to making a positive impact in patient care. Demonstrated leadership and ambition through successful completion of coursework and practical training. Eager to gain more experience to enhance my skills, and contribute effectively in a clinical setting.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
RESPIRATORY STUDENT INTERN
Shirley Ryan AbilityLab
08.2025 - Current
- Aided with tracheostomy care for patients in acute rehabilitation, including suctioning, site care, and secretion management
- Gained exposure to chronically ventilated and long-term tracheostomy-dependent patients in a rehab setting
- Supported ventilator management and monitoring for patients with spinal cord injury, neuromuscular disease, and complex chronic conditions
- Aided with airway clearance and cough augmentation therapies (Volara) to promote secretion mobilization and ventilator weaning
- Observed and supported ventilator and respiratory endurance training specific to rehabilitation goals
RESPIRATORY STUDENT INTERN
Advocate Christ Medical Center
Chicago
08.2025 - Current
- Administered aerosolized medications to patients in various units around the hospital
- Aided others around the hospital
- Joined the unit council; collaborated closely with the respiratory therapy department to do something for the community, patient care, & patient surveys.
RESPIRATORY STUDENT INTERN
PRIME ST. FRANCIS
CHICAGO
01.2025 - 08.2025
- Proficient in charting patient assessments, treatments, and progress.
- Administered nebulizer treatments and respiratory medications to patients.
- Managed inventory checks to ensure adequate respiratory supplies.
- Aided during intubations and performed efficiently in code situations.
- Maintained and ensured respiratory equipment in patient rooms was ready for use.
- Performed suctioning and educated nurses on trach care and suction techniques.
- Transported patients for scans and interdepartmental transfers while ensuring airway safety.
- Mastered arterial blood gas (ABG) drawings, analysis, and interpretation.
DENTAL ASSISTANT/ORTHO
BRITE DENTAL
CHICAGO
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Proficient in-patient care and communication
- Traveled across all 12 Brite dental locations- adapting and learning the new office structure and staff
- Grew eager to learn more so I became an ortho assistant every Wednesday and Saturday
- Became permanently staffed at the main location and worked closely with the owner for the last couple months.
DENTAL ASSISTANT
DENTAL TOWN SUMMIT
CHICAGO
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Proficient in taking x-rays and assisting with various dental procedures
- Learned every treatment: Extractions, fillings, crowns, RCT, etc.
- Quick and efficient worker, staying overtime to complete tasks
- Experience with sterilizing equipment and maintaining accurate logs
Education
Respiratory Care
Malcolm X College
Chicago05.2026
Catalysts Maria
Chicago01.2021
Skills
- BLS (Basic Life Support)
- ACLS
- PALS
- Team player
- Leadership
- Customer service
- Problem solving
- Customer experience improvement
Websites
Languages
- English, proficient - born here
- Spanish, took AP Spanish and native language
Timeline
RESPIRATORY STUDENT INTERN
Shirley Ryan AbilityLab
08.2025 - Current
RESPIRATORY STUDENT INTERN
Advocate Christ Medical Center
08.2025 - Current
RESPIRATORY STUDENT INTERN
PRIME ST. FRANCIS
01.2025 - 08.2025
DENTAL ASSISTANT/ORTHO
BRITE DENTAL
01.2023 - 01.2024
DENTAL ASSISTANT
DENTAL TOWN SUMMIT
01.2022 - 12.2022
Respiratory Care
Malcolm X College
Catalysts Maria