Ryan Brecklin
Saint Charles,MO
Summary
Respiratory care professional with 9+ years of hospital-based experience and growing exposure to respiratory medical devices, capital equipment, and clinical education. Strong foundation in ICU/NICU/PICU workflows, pulmonary diagnostics, non-invasive and invasive ventilation, and cross-functional collaboration with physicians, administrators, and case managers. Well-positioned to succeed as a Territory Manager supporting capital and disposable respiratory products, customer education, and relationship-driven sales growth.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Cardio/Pulmonary Technician
Washington University School of Medicine
St. Louis, MO
07.2019 - Current
- Perform and analyze pulmonary function testing using MGC Diagnostics Platinum Elite Plethysmograph.
- Obtain and report ABGs and conduct oxygen assessment testing.
- Support operations and development of a clinical pulmonary function lab.
- Serve as a clinical resource for respiratory diagnostics, equipment performance, and patient education.
Patient Care Coordinator (Respiratory / DME)
VieMed
St. Louis, MO
07.2023 - 12.2023
- Coordinated discharge and ongoing care for patients requiring invasive and non-invasive ventilation, oxygen therapy, and airway clearance devices.
- Partnered with physicians, case managers, and payers to secure therapy authorization and coverage.
- Educated patients and caregivers on respiratory equipment use and adherence.
Chairman – System Celebrative Group (Respiratory Departments)
SSM Health System
01.2018 - 06.2019
- Led monthly multi-site meetings across respiratory departments throughout the Midwest.
- Coordinated discussions on organizational goals, policies, and clinical system integration.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
SSM Health – Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital
St. Louis, MO
08.2015 - 06.2019
- Delivered advanced respiratory care in NICU, PICU, and acute care units.
- Managed ventilation systems, high-flow oxygen, airway clearance therapies, and pulmonary diagnostics.
- Collaborated with physicians and multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Management
Washington University in St. Louis
Associate of Science - Respiratory Care
St. Louis Community College
Forest ParkSkills
- Hospital & IDN Environment
- Respiratory Medical Devices
- Capital Equipment Support
- Clinical In-Service Education
- Sales Pipeline Support
- KOL & Stakeholder Relationships
- Pulmonary Diagnostics
- CRM & Data Tracking
- Concept / Solution-Based Selling
- Territory Coordination
Certifications And Technical Skills
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
- BLS
- COVID-19 Vaccinated
- Ventilators: Dräger, VOCSN, Luisa, LTV, Oscillator
- Diagnostics: MGC Diagnostics, CareFusion, KoKo FeNO
- Systems: Epic (Inpatient & Ambulatory), CRM, Tableau, Workday
Timeline
Patient Care Coordinator (Respiratory / DME)
VieMed
07.2023 - 12.2023
Cardio/Pulmonary Technician
Washington University School of Medicine
07.2019 - Current
Chairman – System Celebrative Group (Respiratory Departments)
SSM Health System
01.2018 - 06.2019
Registered Respiratory Therapist
SSM Health – Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital
08.2015 - 06.2019
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Management
Washington University in St. Louis
Associate of Science - Respiratory Care
St. Louis Community College