Developed policies and procedures for the respiratory therapy department to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations.
Assessed staff competency levels and implemented training programs as needed.
Ensured all equipment was properly maintained, calibrated, and operational according to manufacturer's guidelines.
Participated in interdisciplinary meetings to coordinate patient care across departments.
Provided education and instruction on proper use of ventilators, oxygen delivery systems, aerosol drug delivery devices.
Organized regular rounds with physicians to discuss patient conditions, treatments, medications.
Reviewed patient charts and records regularly to monitor progress and make necessary adjustments in treatment plans.
Advised medical staff on appropriate usage of diagnostic tests related to respiration disorders.
Facilitated communication between families and caregivers and medical staff regarding therapeutic options available for patients.
Collaborated with other healthcare professionals such as nurses, physicians, pharmacists. to provide comprehensive care for patients.
Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
Scheduled appointments for patients.
Kept track of supplies and placed orders .
Performed basic accounting tasks.
Administrative Assistant Prosthetic and Orthotics
Shriners Hospital for Children
St Louis, MO
02.2020 - 08.2021
Responsible for greeting and scheduling patients.
Data entry.
Contact customers or patients to obtain information.
Insurance verification.
Assisted patients filling out medical forms.
Answer emails and phone calls.
Filing and coding.
Kept records of invoices or documents.
Assigned patient to a practitioner.
Informed patients of payment options.
Prepared and sent patient billing.
Scheduled patient appointments
Maintenance of patient accounts.
Respiratory Therapist
Shriners Hospital for Children
St Louis, MO
03.2012 - 08.2021
Perform basic and advanced patient assessments.
CPR
Pulmonary function testing.
Monitor vitals.
Ensure communication between patient and doctor.
Electronic documentation.
Prepare patient for surgery.
Check documentation for accuracy.
Explain postoperative care.
Respiratory Therapist
St.Anthony’s Hospital
St Louis, MO
08.1997 - 10.2015
Respond to emergency assignments quickly and safely.
Perform arterial blood gases.
Manage life support systems.
Conducted nursing home care.
Lead pulmonary rehab services.
Administrative Assistant
River View Ford Mercury
Columbia , IL
05.1993 - 08.1997
Provided administrative support to the executive team, including scheduling meetings and managing calendars.
Organized and maintained filing systems for physical and electronic documents, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality of records.
Greeted visitors in a professional manner, responding to inquiries and directing them to appropriate personnel.
Process banking transactions.
Composed letters, memos, reports, emails, presentations and other written correspondence as required by management staff.
Managed incoming calls while providing information or transferring callers to appropriate personnel.
Maintained office supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies.
Ensured efficient operation of office equipment such as printers, copiers and fax machines.
Assisted with the planning of special events by arranging catering services, securing venues and ordering promotional materials.
Coordinated mailings including sorting mail, preparing packages for shipping via courier service or postal service.
Handled confidential documents in an organized fashion according to established protocol.
Scheduled appointments between clients and customers and internal staff members.
Answered questions from customers regarding products and services offered by the company.
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Southwestern Illinois College
Belleville, IL
07-1997
Skills
Five years of receptionist experience
Twenty four years medical professional
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Knowledge of Microsoft office, Cerner, Epic, Omni Cell, Pyxis, and Opie
Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities
Management of digital and hard copy filling systems
ADMINISTRATOR & AREA VICE PRESIDENT at YMP SENIOR LIVING & CRESTHAVEN SENIOR LIVINGADMINISTRATOR & AREA VICE PRESIDENT at YMP SENIOR LIVING & CRESTHAVEN SENIOR LIVING
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