Meegan Rogers
Richmond,VA
Summary
Enthusiastic, empathetic and open minded individual with superior skills in working in both team-based and independent capacities. Bringing a strong and reliable work ethic. My passions are working with Children, being in nature, empathetic space holding, psychology, and a life learner in order to evolve holistically. I thrive working with children and their families in healthcare. I’m looking to transition and apply these strengths in an educational environment.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
Riverside Health
Williamsburg, VA
12.2025 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Performs diagnostic testing
- Collaboration with physicians
- Empathetic and professional patient care
- Updated and improved protocols
Respiratory Therapist Diagnostics
VCU Health System
Richmond, VA
04.2022 - 10.2025
- Independently performed quality diagnostic testing Spirometry, plethysmography, DLCO, MIP/MEPS, Upright Supine, Bronchodilator testing, Methacholine testing, Shunt studies, and Arterial blood gas testing.
- Nominated multiple times by patients for dogwood award due to compassionate and enthusiastic coaching.
- Supported the development of new pulmonary function testing protocols, contributing to advancements in respiratory care practices.
- Facilitated seamless communication between healthcare providers, patients, and families regarding test results and implications for treatment planning.
- Upheld high standards of professionalism within the lab, fostering a collaborative work environment that prioritized patient safety and quality outcomes.
- Ensured accuracy in test results by maintaining and calibrating pulmonary function equipment regularly.
- Improved overall productivity within the department by cross-training staff members on various pulmonary function testing techniques.
- Consistently adhered to safety protocols, reducing the risk of infection or complications during testing procedures.
- Provided exceptional patient education, explaining the purpose and process of pulmonary function tests to ease anxiety and ensure cooperation during testing procedures.
- Reduced wait times for testing appointments by optimizing scheduling methods and accommodating emergency cases when necessary.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care for patients with respiratory disorders.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
University of Virginia Health
Charlottesville, VA
06.2021 - 04.2022
- Pulmonary function testing: spirometry, lung volumes, DLCO
- Six minute walk testing and oxygen determination
- Pentamidine treatments
- CPFT credential
- Instructed patients on correct use of respiratory care devices and procedures for continued at-home care.
- Helped patients feel comfortable and increased their cooperation with clear treatment explanations.
- Maintained well-functioning, clean and safe equipment to protect the patients from unnecessary risks.
- Relayed the results of tests to physicians and worked with them to address abnormalities.
Registered Respiratory Therapist, CPFT
Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital
ST PETERSBURG, Florida
03.2016 - 06.2021
- Adhere to all standards of excellence established for pulmonary diagnostics lab
- Pediatric Cystic Fibrosis Clinic Pulmonary function testing and education
- Perform Metabolic and Exercise PFT tests
- Performed services on-site and outpatient clinics independently
- Interaction with patients, family members, and physicians to coordinate, inform and ensure best outcomes for patients
- Earned reputation for reliability, positive attitude, strong work ethic, and self-starter
- Provide excellent service, and attention to patients and families in-person and via telephone conversations
- Go above and beyond in order to validate and meet the needs of patients and their families
- Autonomy and self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs
- CPFT credentialed by the NBRC
Regional Administrative Assistant
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Denver, CO
01.2007 - 12.2013
- Ensured sensitive congressional inquiries were confidentially handled
- Organized and scheduled travel for the Regional Administrator
- Completed travel vouchers for office
- System administrator for the Denver Area Office
- Processed informal settlement agreements and final offers
- Received and processed voluminous FOIA requests
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA08.2026
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapist, RRT, CPFT
PIMA Medical Institute
Denver, CO12.2013
Skills
- Proficient organization
- Resilience
- Empathetic listening skills
- Effective time management
- Continuous learning mindset
- Compassionate patient care
- Conflict resolution
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Patient and family advocacy
- Professional communication
- Relationship building
Certification
- CPFT - Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist
- RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
Riverside Health
12.2025 - Current
Respiratory Therapist Diagnostics
VCU Health System
04.2022 - 10.2025
Registered Respiratory Therapist
University of Virginia Health
06.2021 - 04.2022
Registered Respiratory Therapist, CPFT
Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital
03.2016 - 06.2021
Regional Administrative Assistant
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
01.2007 - 12.2013
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapist, RRT, CPFT
PIMA Medical Institute
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Virginia Commonwealth University