Raymond J. Augustinus
La Verne, CA 91750
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POSITION: Respiratory Therapist
SUMMARY
Respiratory therapy expertise
Experience in pulmonary function testing
Experience in advanced pulmonary function testing
Knowledge of various medical procedures and equipment
Expert in emergency code situations and intubation
Leadership and managerial skills
Interpersonal communication skills
EXPERIENCE
Respiratory Therapist
Multiple travel assignments as an independent contractor at the following locations:
Kona Community Hospital, Kona, HI
March 2016 to October 2016
Northern Navajo Medical Center, Shiprock, NM
October 2015 to February 2016
Norton Sound Regional Medical, Nome AK
May 2015 to September 2015
Sole responsibility in providing respiratory care for entire hospital
Performed bedside and outpatient diagnostic tests and assessments
Willingness and flexibility to work multiple shifts
Assisted in newborn delivery
Respiratory Therapist
Fountain Valley Regional Medical Center, Fountain Valley, CA
March 2013 to May 2015
Consulted with physicians to determine future care and all optimal treatment plans
Performed bedside and outpatient diagnostic tests and assessments
Assisted physicians in bedside bronchoscopies
Performed in the OR, ICU, PICU and on an outpatient basis
Business Development Manager
Avalon Rehabilitation, Huntington Beach, CA
October 2014 to April 2015
Called on physicians and office managers for updates on existing patients and establishing new patients for physical therapy clinic
Marketed physical therapy services through cold calling and area canvassing to establish new business accounts for physical therapy and rehabilitation services
Respiratory Therapist
Paloma Medical Group, San Juan Capistrano, CA
September 2011 to 2014
Executed pulmonary function test and advanced testing
Respiratory Therapist
Medix Ambulance, Mission Viejo, CA
January 2009 to January 2011
Managed and monitored mechanical ventilation and artificial airways during ACLS transport
Project Manager, Pulmonary Department Development
Hoag Memorial Presbyterian Hospital, Newport Beach, CA
February 2010 to August 2010
Lead in the transition of the pulmonary department
Created the administrative and technical foundation of the pulmonary department
Developed policies and procedures
Procured supplies and equipment
Performed managerial duties
Respiratory Therapist
Lynch Ambulance Co., Anaheim, CA
April 2004 – April 2008
Managed and monitored mechanical ventilation and artificial airways during ACLS transport
Respiratory Therapist
Hoag Memorial Presbyterian Hospital, Newport Beach, CA
April 1988 to February 2010
Perform respiratory care in the treatment of pulmonary disease and disorders
Executed bedside and outpatient diagnostic tests and assessments
Evaluated the extent of pulmonary dysfunction
Managed and monitored mechanical ventilation and artificial airways
Assisted in emergency code situations, intubation, and ABG draw and analysis
Maintained working knowledge of department policies and procedures
Utilized specialized equipment and related computer systems
Projected an image of professionalism in communication, appearance and conduct
EDUCATION
Associate of Science degree in Respiratory Therapy
STATE LICENSURE
Texas: Respiratory Care Practitioner
Montana: Respiratory Care Practitioner
CRT, RCP
Current: BLS, ACLS, PALS
MILITARY
United States Nave, 1979 to 1983
Honorably discharged