Kody Sinko
Midwest City,OK
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with experience at OU Medical Health Science Center, excelling in respiratory care and education. Proven ability in mentoring and documentation, enhancing patient outcomes through effective treatment plans. Skilled in group instruction and project-based learning, fostering inclusive environments that promote growth and understanding.
Skilled dental professional with hands-on experience in patient care, diagnosis, and treatment planning. Known for strong collaboration with team members and adaptability to evolving clinical needs. Expertise includes oral health assessment, preventive dentistry, and patient education. Reliable and focused on delivering optimal results in clinical setting.
Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance.
Recent graduate with foundational knowledge in Dentistry and hands-on experience gained through academic projects and internships. Demonstrates strong teamwork, problem-solving, and time-management skills. Prepared to start career and make meaningful contributions with commitment and drive.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Graduate Teaching Assistant
OU College of Dentistry
01.2025 - Current
- Checked assignments, proctored daily projects, and provided grades according to university standards.
- Developed strong rapport with students through open communication channels, fostering an inclusive learning environment.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and real-world examples into lab projects.
- Provided timely and constructive feedback on assignments, enabling students to refine their work and achieve higher grades.
- Worked with teachers in evaluating student progress, needs and gains.
- Enhanced student engagement by developing interactive teaching methods.
- Monitored student progress to identify weaknesses and provide recommendations for improvement.
- Taught small groups of students focused on specific parts of coursework.
Respiratory Care Practitioner
Integris Health Edmond
08.2016 - 05.2021
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings, discussing patient progress and planning appropriate interventions.
- Enhanced patient comfort during procedures by utilizing effective communication and bedside manner skills.
- Served as a preceptor for new employees and students in the respiratory therapy program, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Assisted in emergency situations involving airway management, including intubations and placement of advanced airways such as LMA''s or endotracheal tubes.
- Optimized ventilator settings for critically ill patients, ensuring appropriate oxygenation levels while minimizing potential complications.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient medical history, treatments, and responses to therapy.
- Ensured quality care for patients with chronic respiratory diseases through proper management and treatment plans.
- Educated patients about respiratory conditions, treatment plans and medication use.
- Administered appropriate respiratory treatments to patients using medical equipment.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by providing thorough discharge education on self-care techniques and follow-up appointments for pulmonary rehabilitation programs.
- Conducted regular assessments of patients'' lung function using spirometry tests, enabling early detection of issues or improvements in condition.
- Responded quickly to urgent calls for respiratory assistance, providing life-saving interventions in critical situations.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Administered pulmonary function tests and monitored changes in patients' respiratory status.
Staff Registered Respiratory Therapist
OU Medical Health Science Center
08.2014 - 07.2016
- Worked with patients to administer aerosolized respiratory medications and chest percussion treatments to improve breathing.
- Documented therapies and diagnostic tests in patient electronic records for use by care team.
- Verified proper set-up of ventilators for both adult and pediatric patients.
- Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly.
- Maintained proper oxygen titration levels of patients receiving ventilator support.
- Participated in multidisciplinary grand rounds, reporting on the pulmonary statuses of mechanically ventilated patients, corroborating critical lab values, and suggesting appropriate changes to ventilatory settings and other pulmonary treatment modalities.
- Performed miniature bronchial alveolar lavages per physician order and in compliance with appropriate infection control policies.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality respiratory care and executing physician-prescribed treatment plans.
- Administered medications via aerosol or nebulizer treatments, ensuring appropriate dosages for optimal therapeutic effect.
- Mentored new hires and student therapists, sharing expertise to support their growth within the profession.
- Provided effective airway management during emergency situations, contributing to successful resuscitation efforts.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Completed continued education units annually to stay current with respiratory therapy advancements and maintain compliance with administrative regulations.
Education
Doctor of Dental Surgery - Dentistry
OU College of Dentistry
Oklahoma City, OK05-2025
Bachelor of Science - Biology-Biomedical Sciences
University of Central Oklahoma
Edmond, OK12-2019
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Rose State College
Oklahoma City, OK07-2014
Skills
- Organization
- Documentation skills
- Peer mentoring
- Equipment usage
- Treatment Planning
- Diagnosis skills
- General restorative dentistry
- Emergency dental care
- Crown placement
- Patient education and prophylaxis
- Extractions
- Patient relationships
Timeline
Graduate Teaching Assistant
OU College of Dentistry
01.2025 - Current
Respiratory Care Practitioner
Integris Health Edmond
08.2016 - 05.2021
Staff Registered Respiratory Therapist
OU Medical Health Science Center
08.2014 - 07.2016
Doctor of Dental Surgery - Dentistry
OU College of Dentistry
Bachelor of Science - Biology-Biomedical Sciences
University of Central Oklahoma
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Rose State College
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