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Catherine Hobbs

Canberra,ACT

Summary

Accomplished Respiratory Scientist with a proven track record at RespACT and Chatham Kent Health Alliance, excelling in team leadership and clinical collaboration. Expert in conducting complex lung function tests and enhancing diagnostic accuracy, significantly improving patient care through innovative respiratory therapy techniques. Skilled in quality assurance and patient education, demonstrating a commitment to excellence in respiratory health.

Overview

40
40
years of professional experience

Work History

Respiratory Scientist/Senior Respiratory Scientist

RespACT
06.2005 - Current
  • Led team in staff training and rostering, ensuring optimal clinic operations
  • Collaborated with medical and administration staff for seamless patient care and communication
  • Conducted complex lung function tests, enhancing diagnostic accuracy
  • Participated in quality assurance to ensure good quality tests
  • Educated patients in respiratory health and Respiratory medication delivery technique
  • Performed overnight oximetry and six minute walk tests, contributing to comprehensive assessments

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Chatham Kent Health Alliance
10.1989 - 08.2004

Airway management, ventilator management, Respiratory disease treatment, pt transport

  • Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
  • Noninvasive ventilation use in eligible patients reducing rates of intubation.
  • Provided emergency response during cardiac arrests or other life-threatening situations utilizing advanced life support measures when required.
  • Verified proper set-up of ventilators for both adult and pediatric patients.
  • Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
  • Performed complex lung function tests

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Mount Sinai Hospital
09.1984 - 06.1989
  • Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
  • Verified proper set-up of ventilators for both adult and neonatal patients.
  • Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.

Education

Respiratory Technology

Algonquin College of Applied Arts And Technology
Ottawa, ON, Canada
05-1983

Skills

  • Team Leadership
  • Clinical Collaboration
  • Quality Assurance
  • Patient Education
  • Complex lung Function Testing
  • Administrative Processes
  • Respiratory equipment functions
  • Strong Work Ethic

Timeline

Respiratory Scientist/Senior Respiratory Scientist

RespACT
06.2005 - Current

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Chatham Kent Health Alliance
10.1989 - 08.2004

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Mount Sinai Hospital
09.1984 - 06.1989

Respiratory Technology

Algonquin College of Applied Arts And Technology
Catherine Hobbs