Todd Cole
Goochland,VA
Summary
Seasoned Pulmonary Function Technologist with comprehensive background in respiratory care procedures. Demonstrated ability to perform and interpret pulmonary function tests and arterial blood gas analysis. Skilled in maintaining patient records, educating patients about procedures and ensuring equipment functionality for accurate results. Provided vital support in diagnosing and treating cardiopulmonary diseases effectively in previous roles.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pulmonary Function Technologist
University of Virginia Health System
Charlottesville, VA
06.2020 - Current
- Demonstrated a high level of professionalism when interacting with patients, families and other healthcare providers.
- Ensured accuracy of test results by calibrating equipment daily and performing quality control checks as required.
- Organized supplies and maintained cleanliness of laboratory areas according to safety protocols.
- Reviewed patient histories prior to administering tests to identify any potential risks or contraindications.
- Educated patients on the proper use of inhalers, nebulizers and other medical devices.
- Provided guidance on the selection of appropriate diagnostic tests based upon individual patient needs.
- Identified opportunities for improvement within existing processes or workflow patterns within the department.
- Performed pulmonary function testing, including spirometry, lung volume measurements and diffusion capacity on patients of all ages.
Respiratory Therapist
University of Virginia Health System
Charlottesville, VA
06.2000 - 06.2020
- Monitored patient progress to determine effectiveness of treatments and made necessary adjustments.
- Consulted with physicians about potential problems related to prescribed respiratory therapies or medications.
- Ensured all regulatory requirements were met within scope of practice guidelines set forth by governing agencies.
- Assisted in training new hires on department policies, protocols and safety procedures related to respiratory therapy practices.
- Attended staff meetings, educational conferences and seminars related to respiratory therapy practice.
- Identified high risk situations such as airway obstruction or inadequate ventilation and took appropriate action.
- Administered medication, monitored vital signs and assisted in the delivery of medical gases to patients.
- Maintained records of patient assessments, treatments provided and changes in patient status.
- Developed individualized plans of care based on assessment findings, patient needs and physician orders.
- Assisted physicians with intubations, bronchoscopies, thoracenteses and other procedures.
- Assessed patient's response to therapeutic interventions by observing physical conditions or interpreting test results.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient care was achieved.
- Provided emergency care when required including performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
- Administered medication and ventilatory support.
- Set up and operated mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus and aerosol generators, following specified parameters of treatment.
- Inspected and cleaned respiratory therapy equipment to maintain functionality.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses or other healthcare professionals to manage patient care by assisting with medical procedures or related duties.
- Managed care of patients with diverse conditions alongside physicians, nurses and support team members.
Sonar Technician
United States Navy, USN
10.1993 - 10.1997
- Performed quality control checks on all equipment prior to use in order to ensure proper functioning.
- Monitored acoustic data for anomalies and reported findings to supervisors in a timely manner.
- Conducted routine maintenance of sonar systems, including software updates and hardware repairs.
- Managed sonar operations on vessels, ensuring accurate navigation and avoiding hazards.
- Utilized advanced computer applications for analysis of acoustic data from multiple sources.
- Operated various types of sonar systems, such as side-scanning and bottom mapping.
- Analyzed collected data to determine changes in oceanographic conditions or other phenomena of interest.
- Maintained sonar systems, troubleshot and repaired equipment to ensure optimum performance.
- Calculated target ranges and noted real-time propagation changes.
- Targeted suspected aggressors using passive and active sonar searches.
- Analyzed Expendable Bathythermograph (XBT), active and passive acoustic data, and tactical oceanographic data.
- Maintained communications and information security levels and observed appropriate security level requirements.
- Documented maintenance actions and kept equipment records updated.
- Used sonographic data to recommend course and speed changes and evasive maneuvers.
Team Leader
Long John Silver's
Waynesville, NC
10.1990 - 10.1993
- Resolved customer complaints in an effective manner while maintaining a high level of customer service.
- Maintained a positive work environment that promoted collaboration between team members.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations in the workplace.
- Reviewed customer service surveys and implemented strategies to improve customer satisfaction ratings.
- Mentored newly hired employees.
- Resolved customer complaints and issues promptly, ensuring high levels of satisfaction.
- Delegated daily tasks to team members to optimize group productivity.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Care
Independence University
Salt Lake City, UT09-2012
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Care
Southwestern Community College
Sylva, NC06-2000
High School Diploma -
General Brown Central
Dexter, NY07-1988
Skills
- Pulmonary function testing
- Equipment calibration
- Quality control
- Patient education
- Diagnostic testing
- Patient assessment
- Employee training
Affiliations
- Assistant Scoutmaster Troop 710, 2015 to 2025.
Certification
Virginia Board of Medicine Respiratory Therapist License - Issued 06/02/2000
Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) - Credentialed 11/13/1999
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)- Credentialed 11/02/2000
Neonatal/Pediatric Specialty (NPS)- Credentialed 09/29/2010
Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist (RPFT)- Credentialed 10/02/2019
Asthma Educator Specialist (AE-C)- Credentialed 01/20/2021
Timeline
Pulmonary Function Technologist
University of Virginia Health System
06.2020 - Current
Respiratory Therapist
University of Virginia Health System
06.2000 - 06.2020
Sonar Technician
United States Navy, USN
10.1993 - 10.1997
Team Leader
Long John Silver's
10.1990 - 10.1993
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Care
Independence University
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Care
Southwestern Community College
High School Diploma -
General Brown Central
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