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Robin Wilkes

Brandywine,MD

Summary

Detail-oriented Respiratory Therapist with a strong background in equipment maintenance and calibration. Experienced in conducting pulmonary function tests and developing comprehensive care plans with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient recovery.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Respiratory Therapist

Pulmonary Medicine CLINIC WRNMMC
Bethesda, Maryland
07.2021 - Current
  • Administered respiratory therapies to patients with pulmonary conditions.
  • Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatment plans as necessary.
  • Educated patients on proper inhaler techniques and home care practices.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team to develop comprehensive care plans.
  • Conducted pulmonary function tests to assess patient lung capacity.
  • Maintained and calibrated respiratory equipment for optimal performance.
  • Provided emotional support to patients during treatment sessions.
  • Documented patient responses and treatment outcomes in medical records.
  • Provided emergency care when required including performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
  • Assisted in training new hires on department policies, protocols and safety procedures related to respiratory therapy practices.
  • Interacted with patients, family members and physicians to coordinate patient care.
  • Maintained records of patient assessments, treatments provided and changes in patient status.
  • Performed pulmonary function testing such as spirometry, DLCO, MCCT, IOS, EIB, laryngoscopy, and body plethysmography.
  • Monitored patient progress to determine effectiveness of treatments and made necessary adjustments.
  • Attended staff meetings, educational conferences and seminars related to respiratory therapy practice.
  • Assessed patient's response to therapeutic interventions by observing physical conditions or interpreting test results.
  • Determined patient safety risks to identify medical intervention needs.
  • Ensured all regulatory requirements were met within scope of practice guidelines set forth by governing agencies.
  • Reviewed current literature related to respiratory disorders and treatments in order to update clinical skillset.
  • Inspected and cleaned respiratory therapy equipment to maintain functionality.

Sterile Processing Technician

Fort Belvoir Community Hospital
Fort Belvoir, Virginia
06.2011 - 07.2021
  • Sterilized surgical instruments using advanced sterilization techniques and equipment.
  • Inspected and maintained medical supplies to ensure compliance with safety standards.
  • Prepared and assembled surgical trays for various procedures efficiently and accurately.
  • Collaborated with clinical staff to prioritize instrument needs for upcoming surgeries.
  • Trained new technicians on sterilization processes and hospital protocols effectively.
  • Monitored sterilization cycles, troubleshooting issues to ensure optimal performance.
  • Documented sterilization records, maintaining accurate logs for regulatory compliance.
  • Prepared trays, instrument packs and surgical sets.
  • Inspected instruments for cleanliness, proper function and breakage by viewing instruments before assembly.
  • Operated steam sterilizers, washer-disinfectors, ultrasonic cleaners, dry heat ovens, and other related equipment.
  • Packaged instruments into peel pouches and properly labeled pouches.
  • Maintained accurate records of all sterilized items, including item number, date, time, type of sterilizer used, and operator initials.
  • Performed decontamination of medical instruments and equipment to prepare for sterilization.
  • Assembled instrument trays according to established protocols using aseptic technique.
  • Distributed sterile and non-sterile supplies and medical equipment upon request or case cart requisition.
  • Recorded results of biological and diagnostic tests.
  • Validated the sterility of processed instruments by performing biological and chemical testing.
  • Ensured compliance with safety guidelines in accordance with OSHA regulations.
  • Reported any malfunctions or discrepancies in equipment to management immediately.
  • Evaluated incoming product packaging for damage or contamination prior to stocking shelves.
  • Set proper temperature, pressure and parameters for steam machines to prepare for instrument cleaning.
  • Monitored inventory levels of supplies in order to maintain adequate stock at all times.
  • Monitored biological and chemical wash solution to determine quality and consistency for decontamination of instruments and medical equipment.
  • Sorted incompatible sets of instruments, trays and medical equipment.
  • Assisted in ordering supplies necessary for effective operation of the sterile processing department.
  • Changed autoclave charts daily by dating and initialing each chart load.
  • Sterilized dental equipment and examination rooms in accordance with infection control policies.
  • Developed procedures for cleaning and disinfecting reusable medical devices.
  • Placed orders and restocked supplies for decontamination area.
  • Checked sterile supplies to detect outdated materials.

Medical Supply Technician

Walter Reed Army Medical Center
Washington, DC
08.2000 - 06.2011
  • Prepared and sterilized equipment for surgical procedures and treatments.
  • Participated in training sessions related to proper handling techniques for medical equipment and supplies.
  • Maintained cleanliness in assigned areas following established infection control guidelines.
  • Cleaned instruments to prepare for sterilization.
  • Assembled and wrapped trays of instruments for operating rooms and clinics.
  • Recorded sterilizer test results in job-related software.
  • Operated sterilizers, aerators and washers to disinfect and sterilize respirators and hospital beds.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy

University of The District of Columbia
Washington, DC
05-2005

Dental Assistant

Armstrong Adult Training Center
Washington, DC
05-1979

Sr. High Education

McKinley Tech Sr. High School
Washington, DC
05-1977

Skills

  • Respiratory therapy
  • Equipment calibration
  • Team collaboration
  • Staff training
  • Pulmonary function testing
  • Patient assessment
  • Infection control
  • Patient education
  • Emotional support
  • Effective communication

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Respiratory Therapist

Pulmonary Medicine CLINIC WRNMMC
07.2021 - Current

Sterile Processing Technician

Fort Belvoir Community Hospital
06.2011 - 07.2021

Medical Supply Technician

Walter Reed Army Medical Center
08.2000 - 06.2011

Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy

University of The District of Columbia

Dental Assistant

Armstrong Adult Training Center

Sr. High Education

McKinley Tech Sr. High School

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