ZACHARY HUBBELL
Austin,TX
Summary
Licensed Registered Respiratory Therapist with a Master of Science in Respiratory Care – Polysomnography and a Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Care from Texas State University. Expertise in polysomnographic diagnostics, obstructive sleep apnea management, and ventilator support in Surgical Operating Room (OR) and Intensive Care Unit (ICU) settings. Seasoned leader, skilled in educating and supporting providers and patients in high-acuity environments. Adept at delivering hands-on clinical support, facilitating training, and driving care improvements through cross-functional collaboration, and technology adoption.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin
Austin, Texas
03.2025 - Current
- Delivered specialized care for patients with obstructive sleep apnea, and those requiring ventilatory support in critical care environments, including Surgical OR, MICU, CVICU, and the Emergency Department. Applied advanced polysomnography and ventilator management expertise to inform clinical decisions and implement targeted respiratory therapies. Worked closely with interdisciplinary teams to streamline patient care and enhance outcomes in high-acuity settings.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
St. David's South Austin Medical Center
Austin, Texas
09.2024 - 03.2025
- Delivered comprehensive polysomnographic diagnostic support and direct patient care in high-acuity clinical environments, including the Surgical OR, Surgical Trauma Intensive Care Unit (STICU), MICU, NICU, and Emergency Department. Managed the setup, calibration, and operation of respiratory support equipment—including Bilevel Positive Airway Pressure (BiPAP), Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP), and mechanical ventilators—to optimize outcomes in OSA treatment and the care of critically ventilated patients.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
ST. DAVID’S MEDICAL CENTER
Austin, TX
11.2023 - 08.2024
- Facilitated polysomnographic diagnostic support and patient care within high-acuity settings including Surgical OR, MICU, NICU, and Emergency Department.
Executed setup, operation, and maintenance of respiratory devices—BiPAP/CPAP and ventilators—to ensure effective treatment.
Enhanced outcomes in obstructive sleep apnea management and ventilated patient care.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
HARBORVIEW MEDICAL CENTER
Seattle, WA
12.2022 - 11.2023
- Applied polysomnographic expertise and clinical knowledge in obstructive sleep apnea patient care and ventilator management while delivering support across a broad range of critical care environments, including Surgical OR, MICU, Burn ICU, Neuro ICU, CVICU, STICU, Pediatric ICU, and the Emergency Department. Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to assess respiratory needs, manage complex therapies, and ensure effective implementation of advanced respiratory support in high-acuity settings, contributing to improved patient outcomes.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
BRIGHAM AND WOMEN'S HOSPITAL
Boston, MA
01.2022 - 11.2022
- Utilized polysomnography expertise and clinical skills in managing obstructive sleep apnea and ventilated patients across multiple critical care units, such as Surgical OR, MICU, Burn ICU, Neuro ICU, CVICU, STICU, and Emergency Department. Partnered with interdisciplinary teams to evaluate respiratory requirements, coordinate complex treatment plans, and oversee the deployment of advanced respiratory therapies in high-acuity settings, leading to enhanced patient care outcomes.
- Conducted slow pressure-volume loops utilizing the Hamilton G5 ventilator for recruitment and pinpointing of the lower inflection point to obtain precise measurements of optimal positive end-expiratory pressure (PEEP) in patients.
Registered Respiratory Therapist Team Lead
ST. DAVID’S MEDICAL CENTER
Austin, TX
03.2020 - 05.2022
- Led a multidisciplinary team in high-acuity units, including Surgical OR, MICU, Neuro ICU, CVICU, and Emergency Department, overseeing staff scheduling, assignments, and conflict resolution to ensure smooth operations. Applied advanced polysomnography expertise and clinical knowledge to create and execute targeted respiratory care plans and protocols for obstructive sleep apnea, and ventilated patients. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to assess respiratory needs, and manage complex therapies. Played an active role in departmental enhancement initiatives through the employee engagement group, driving improvements in clinical practice and patient outcomes.
Education
Master of Science in Respiratory Care - Polysomnography
Texas State University
01.2021
Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Care -
Texas State University
01.2019
Certifications
Timeline
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin
03.2025 - Current
Registered Respiratory Therapist
St. David's South Austin Medical Center
09.2024 - 03.2025
Registered Respiratory Therapist
ST. DAVID’S MEDICAL CENTER
11.2023 - 08.2024
Registered Respiratory Therapist
HARBORVIEW MEDICAL CENTER
12.2022 - 11.2023
Registered Respiratory Therapist
BRIGHAM AND WOMEN'S HOSPITAL
01.2022 - 11.2022
Registered Respiratory Therapist Team Lead
ST. DAVID’S MEDICAL CENTER
03.2020 - 05.2022
Master of Science in Respiratory Care - Polysomnography
Texas State University
Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Care -
Texas State University
Certifications
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