Sarah Printz
Warner Aesthetic & Reconstructive Institute
CHICAGO,IL
1
Certification
6
years of professional experience
Dedicated Respiratory Therapist and Medical Assistant with 6+ years of experience delivering high‑acuity care across med‑surg, ED, ICU, and CNICU. Skilled in comprehensive respiratory assessment, airway management, ventilator support, and emergency response for complex adult patients. Committed to evidence‑based practice, clinical excellence, and supporting team growth.
Work History
Clinical Lead Medical Assistant
2 Years 7 Months- Manage end‑to‑end clinic inventory and supply procurement, reducing medical supply expenses by 19% in 2025 through proactive stock monitoring and vendor negotiation.
- Assist surgeons in 12–16 in‑office procedures weekly, including lower face lifts, reconstructive closures, excisions, and other interventions, ensuring sterile technique and precise instrument handling.
- Responsible for suture removal, dressing changes, wound assessments, and post‑op education, and maintaining clinic workflow..
Respiratory Therapist
3 Years 6 Months- Oversaw ventilator management for 6–8 critically ill ICU patients per shift, performing continuous assessments and adjusting advanced modes to maintain optimal respiratory stability.
- Supported post‑cardiac recovery in the CNICU through targeted ventilator weaning and extubation, coordinating SBTs and communicating readiness criteria with intensivists and nursing teams.
- Administered nebulizer therapy, inhaler medications, and CPT on schedule with accurate, concise EMR documentation, adjusting treatment frequency based on patient response.
- Precepted 1-2 RT students per month in ICU and step‑down units, teaching ventilator basics, therapy administration, and safe patient assessment practices.
- Delivered approachable, clear respiratory education that strengthened patient and family rapport, ensuring they felt informed, supported, and involved in their care.
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Management
Skills
Emergency Response & CPR
ABG Sampling & Interpretation
Airway Clearance Techniques (CPT
PEP
IPV)
Invasive & Noninvasive Ventilator Management
Certification
- Certified Respiratory Therapist - NBRC
- Active Illinois Respiratory Care License - IDFPR
- ACLS, PALS, BLS Certified - AHA
Timeline
Clinical Lead Medical Assistant
Warner Aesthetic & Reconstructive Institute
01.2024 - CurrentRead More
Respiratory Therapist
Edward Hospital
04.2020 - 10.2023Read More
Grand Valley State University
Bachelor of Science from Healthcare Management
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Muskegon Community College
Associate of Science from Respiratory Therapy
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