RYAN GOLA
Morrisville,NC
Summary
Responsible Respiratory Therapist who is a dependable and a hardworking individual that evaluates, manages and treats patients with lung diseases such as COPD and asthma. Provides treatments such as oxygen therapy, medicines and chest physical therapy to help patients breath more effectively. Organized and time oriented with strong skills in assessing the patients needs. Time oriented and communicative to ensure effective patient care.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
AdaptHealth
Cary, NC
09.2021 - Current
- Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
- -Home care focus, to ensure the patients comfort needs are met in regards to sleep therapy and home ventilator use.
- -Communication with insurance and health care providers to ensure an easy experience for the patient.
- -Sleep therapy machine set ups, face to face with patients.
- -Diagnostic troubleshooting for all things regarding oxygen, sleep therapy and respiratory needs alike.
- Rapid response to hospice calls.
- Thorough setup tactics to patients and families, especially involving a tracheostomy.
Respiratory Therapist
Duke Health System
Durham, NC
08.2021 - 08.2022
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases and blood chemistry changes.
- Cooperated and communicated with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
- Analyzed patient and family feedback to identify opportunities for staff recognition and areas for improvement.
Student Respiratory Therapist
Trinity Health of New England
Springfield, MA
11.2020 - Current
- Educated patients and families regarding respiratory conditions and care, including asthma, COPD, and lung cancer.
- Delivered therapies such as oxygen therapy, helium-oxygen therapy, and CPAP therapy to meet patients' treatment goals.
- Responded calmly in rapidly-changing situations to stabilize patients and restore optimal respiratory function.
- Used blood gas analyzers, co-oximeters, and pulse oximetry to develop deeper understanding of patients' current symptoms and underlying conditions.
- Monitored patient pulmonary health by analyzing blood work, breath sounds, and x-rays.
- Used inhaled medications, proactive therapies, and passive approaches to carry out treatments prescribed by physicians.
- Helped patients feel comfortable and increased their cooperation with clear treatment explanations.
Respiratory Therapy Equipment Technician
Trinity Health of New England
Springfield, MA
11.2019 - Current
- Helped Respiratory Therapists with maintaining inventory levels and cleaned equipment.
- Disinfect, set up and calibrate respiratory equipment such as mechanical ventilators.
- Kept work area organized and clutter-free.
- Followed established guidelines and procedures.
- Completed assigned tasks with little or no supervision.
- Developed greater understanding of Respiratory Care.
- Maintained good working relationship with co-workers and management.
Internet Sales Manager
Steve Lewis Subaru
Hadley, MA
02.2019 - 12.2019
- Followed up with submitted inquiries within five minutes and persuasively convinced 82% to make appointments.
- Organized social media and search engine marketing adds to bring in $35,000 in monthly business (on average).
- Generated quotes for customers and helped close sales with strong communication and consultative abilities.
- On average, scheduled 14 appointments per week for team of ten sales professionals.
- Welcomed in-store visitors and customers and referred to appropriate person or department.
- Coordinated sales and service requests with appropriate dealership managers.
- Coached and developed sales staff to meet demand and maximize revenue.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding sales and service.
Sales Consultant
Balise Ford of Wilbraham
Wilbraham, MA
07.2017 - 02.2019
- Identified customer needs by reviewing account information and conducting needs.
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Springfield Technical community College
Cold called prospective customers. Interacted professionally with customers, informing individuals of sales promotions and driving product interest. Resolved customer issues quickly to recapture the customer's loyalty and maintain the sale. Engaged customers and built connections to drive long-term sales. - undefined
11.2012 - 07.2017
Skills
Business operationsDrivingInventoryMarketingMechanicalSalesSupervision
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
AdaptHealth
09.2021 - Current
Respiratory Therapist
Duke Health System
08.2021 - 08.2022
Student Respiratory Therapist
Trinity Health of New England
11.2020 - Current
Respiratory Therapy Equipment Technician
Trinity Health of New England
11.2019 - Current
Internet Sales Manager
Steve Lewis Subaru
02.2019 - 12.2019
Sales Consultant
Balise Ford of Wilbraham
07.2017 - 02.2019
Cold called prospective customers. Interacted professionally with customers, informing individuals of sales promotions and driving product interest. Resolved customer issues quickly to recapture the customer's loyalty and maintain the sale. Engaged customers and built connections to drive long-term sales. - undefined
11.2012 - 07.2017
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Springfield Technical community College