Sarah Lamb
Des Moines,IA
Summary
Respiratory Therapist with 5 years experience seeking further clinical advancement in my respiratory therapy career for a position that is both challenging and rewarding. Always have been passionately motivated about my profession and that is exemplified in the quality care I deliver.
Sleep specialist with focus on patient care and diagnostic accuracy. Skilled in polysomnography, CPAP therapy, and patient education. Known for effective teamwork, adaptability, and achieving optimal outcomes in fast-paced environments. Strong technical aptitude and compassionate approach ensure high-quality patient experiences and reliable results.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sleep Technician
Somnitech
Des Moines, IA
08.2024 - Current
- Welcomed sleep study patients and took the time to explain the entire process to them
- Responsible for submitting completed study information and paperwork after each study is completed
- Responsible for gathering all study paperwork together and submitting it to management when each study was completed
- Maintaining and sterilizing all sleep study equipment
- Adapted to operating and troubleshooting sleep study equipment such as Cadwell and ResMed
- Provided comprehensive and accurate evaluation of each patient to determine the severity of sleep apnea in each individual patient
Sleep Technologist
Des Moines Specialists
West Des Moines, IA
03.2025 - 09.2025
- Conducted comprehensive sleep studies to diagnose and evaluate sleep disorders.
- Monitored patient vital signs and provided real-time data during overnight sleep tests.
- Educated patients on sleep hygiene practices and pre-study preparations for optimal results.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized treatment plans based on study findings.
ECMO Specialist
UnityPoint Health
Des Moines, IA
01.2023 - 07.2024
- Management, initiation and discontinuation of Extra Corporeal Membrane Oxygenation on adult patients
- Responsible for development of End of Life on ECMO patients
- Conducted therapeutic and diagnostic procedures with various treatment methods and equipment
- Learned about new advancements in ECMO technology by participating in educational events and webinars
Registered Respiratory Therapist
UnityPoint Health
Des Moines, IA
09.2019 - 07.2024
- Assess the pulmonary status of patients and review their medical charts to adequately treat each individual patient
- Provide early on set and indicated respiratory interventions
- Communicate all critical information to physicians, nurses, and others on the interdisciplinary patient care team
- Evaluate the effectiveness of respiratory treatments provided and work to adjust therapies to achieve the best possible outcomes
- Aide physicians with various emergent procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management and intubations.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Des Moines Area Community College
Ankeny, IA07-2019
Skills
- Patient care
- ICU Experience
- Hospital Experience
- Oxygen therapy administration
- HIPAA compliance
- Teamwork orientation
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
Certification
- RRT
- BLS Certification
- Sleep Disorders Specialist
- December 2024 to December 2029
Timeline
Sleep Technologist
Des Moines Specialists
03.2025 - 09.2025
Sleep Technician
Somnitech
08.2024 - Current
ECMO Specialist
UnityPoint Health
01.2023 - 07.2024
Registered Respiratory Therapist
UnityPoint Health
09.2019 - 07.2024
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Des Moines Area Community College