Juan Martinez
Rochester
Summary
Registered respiratory therapist with 17 years of experience in adult critical care within high-acuity ICU settings. Expertise in advanced mechanical ventilation and ECMO (VV/VA) management. Demonstrated capability to independently manage complex cardiopulmonary cases and respond effectively to emergencies in dynamic clinical environments.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Lead Respiratory Therapist
Rochester General Hospital
Rochester
06.2009 - Current
- Delivered advanced respiratory care in high-acuity adult ICU settings.
- Oversaw care for multiple ventilated and critically ill patients independently, ensuring continuous support.
- Executed ventilator weaning and ARDS protocols, improving patient outcomes through evidence-based practices.
- Initiated, monitored, and troubleshot ECMO therapy in collaboration with intensivists.
- Managed staffing assignments and organized ICU coverage and patient transports.
- Ensured optimal patient support through effective ICU coverage oversight.
- Contributed to code blue and rapid response teams, addressing emergencies with timely interventions.
- Assisted with advanced airway management and complex intubations.
- Provided guidance to new therapists and students during training sessions
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Care
Genesee Community College
Batavia, NY05-2009
Skills
- Critical care expertise
- ECMO (VV & VA) management
- Advanced ventilator management
- Intubation and arterial line insertions
- ARDS & Proning Therapy
- ABG analysis
- Code Blue & Rapid Response
- Charge Therapist Leadership
- Staff training and mentorship
- Epic/Cerner/Med-select
- Bronchoscopy assistance
- Patient assessment
Certification
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)-New York
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Lead Respiratory Therapist
Rochester General Hospital
06.2009 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Care
Genesee Community College