Tariq Zaman RRT
Norman,OK
Summary
Skilled respiratory therapist with 10+ years supporting critical care, emergency, and inpatient patients. Experienced in ventilator setup, ABG collection, respiratory assessment, Pulmonary Function testing, Spirometry and treatment adjustments. Strong collaboration with care teams supports safe, effective patient outcomes under pressure.
Overview
4
4
Languages
1
1
Certification
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Respiratory Therapist
SSM Health Midwest City Hospital
Midwest city, OK
01.2023 - Current
- Managed ventilator settings for critical care and emergency department patients.
- Set up and monitored mechanical ventilators and handled associated critical care duties.
- Provided emergency care when required including performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
- Administered oxygen, nebulizer, and inhaled treatments to ensure patient compliance with physician orders.
- Monitored patient progress to assess treatment effectiveness and adjusted care plans accordingly.
- Collaborated with nurses and physicians on respiratory treatment adjustments.
- Consulted with physicians about potential problems related to prescribed respiratory therapies or medications.
- Collected arterial blood gas samples and reviewed respiratory results.
- Documented respiratory care details in electronic medical records to maintain accurate patient history and facilitate communication among care teams.
- Responded to code blue events with Midwest City Hospital care teams.
- Adhered to standards of excellence for respiratory care and diagnostic services.
- Implemented prescribed treatment protocols based on physician instructions for specific treatment protocols and durations.
Respiratory Therapist
Norman Regional Hospital
Norman, Oklahoma
01.2023 - Current
- Evaluated patients at Norman Regional Hospital for respiratory needs and developed tailored therapy plans.
- Assisted with pulmonary function testing, including spirometry, FeNO testing, and methacholine testing, and communicated results to providers for informed treatment decisions.
- Educated patients and families on proper inhaler use and breathing techniques to enhance respiratory management.
- Supported care for patients with varied conditions alongside physicians, nurses, and support staff.
- Entered respiratory care details into electronic medical records.
Store Manager
Cousins Food and Snacks
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
02.2017 - 08.2022
- Managed daily store operations for Cousins Food and Snacks' convenience location.
- Supervised cash handling, register audits, and POS transactions.
- Trained associates on customer service and store procedures.
- Scheduled staff coverage for sales floor and backroom shifts.
- Ordered food, drinks, and snack inventory for store displays.
- Enforced food safety, cleanliness, and store security standards.
- Resolved customer concerns with prompt, professional support.
- Recruited, trained and supervised new employees.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner.
- Monitored inventory levels and placed orders to restock shelves.
- Planned special promotions or discounts based on market trends.
Respiratory Therapist
Kindred Hospital South Oklahoma City
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
08.2015 - 02.2017
- Administered oxygen, nebulizer, and inhaled treatments per physician orders.
- Set up and monitored mechanical ventilators and handled associated critical care duties.
- Provided emergency care including performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
- Identified high risk situations such as airway obstruction or inadequate ventilation and took appropriate action.
- Developed individualized plans of care based on assessment findings, patient needs and physician orders.
- Collaborated with nurses and physicians on respiratory treatment adjustments.
- Documented respiratory care details in electronic medical records.
- Adhered to standards of excellence for respiratory care and diagnostic services.
Respiratory Therapist
SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital - Oklahoma City
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
02.2012 - 08.2015
- Provided respiratory care support for SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital patients and families.
- Adjusted ventilator settings for critical care and emergency department patients according to patient needs and clinical guidelines.
- Configured and monitored mechanical ventilators for patients in critical care. mechanical ventilators and handled associated critical care duties.
- Administered emergency care, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation during critical situations.
- Delivered oxygen therapy to patients under physician supervision., nebulizer, and inhaled treatments per physician orders.
- Assessed patient progress to evaluate treatment effectiveness and made necessary adjustments to optimize respiratory therapy.
- Worked closely with nurses and physicians to adjust respiratory treatment plans. and physicians on respiratory treatment adjustments.
- Recorded respiratory care information in electronic medical records to ensure accurate documentation and continuity of care.
- Obtained arterial blood samples for diagnostic testing in a clinical setting. gas samples and reviewed respiratory results.
- Actively participated in code blue events alongside healthcare teams. blue events with Hospital care teams.
- Followed established standards for respiratory care and diagnostic services. of excellence for respiratory care and diagnostic services.
Education
Associate of Science - Biology
Oklahoma City Community College
Oklahoma City, OK05-2012
Associate of Science - Respiratory Care Practitioner
Francis Tuttle Technology Center
Oklahoma City, OK05-2012
High School Diploma -
Godagari Degree Collge
Bangladesh05-2003
Some College (No Degree) - Pharmacy ( Under graduate)
Stamford University
BangladeshSkills
- Ventilator management
- Critical care support
- Emergency response
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Oxygen therapy
- Arterial blood gas
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Pulmonary function testing
- Spirometer reading
- Therapeutic interventions
- Tracheostomy care
- Bronchial hygiene
- CPAP management
- Respiratory assessment
- Clinical prioritization
- Electronic medical records
- Clinical communication
- Patient education
- Attention to detail
- Critical thinking
- Treatment administration
- Patient advocacy
- Medical terminology
- Verbal communication
- Equipment setup
- Respiratory therapy education
- Emergency medical care
- Pulmonary function screenings
- Clinical prioritization
Languages
English
Professional
Bengali
Native/ Bilingual
Hindi
Elementary
Urdu
Limited
Certification
- Respiratory Care Practitioner
Timeline
Respiratory Therapist
SSM Health Midwest City Hospital
01.2023 - Current
Respiratory Therapist
Norman Regional Hospital
01.2023 - Current
Store Manager
Cousins Food and Snacks
02.2017 - 08.2022
Respiratory Therapist
Kindred Hospital South Oklahoma City
08.2015 - 02.2017
Respiratory Therapist
SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital - Oklahoma City
02.2012 - 08.2015
Associate of Science - Biology
Oklahoma City Community College
Associate of Science - Respiratory Care Practitioner
Francis Tuttle Technology Center
High School Diploma -
Godagari Degree Collge
Some College (No Degree) - Pharmacy ( Under graduate)
Stamford University