Joshua Smith B.S.RRT
Hesperia CA, 92345
Cell (909) 244-4565
Fax (760) 244-8402
Email: joshuasmithrrt@aol.com
Website Joshuasmithrrt.com
Summary /Objective
My personal objective is to secure a career as a Respiratory Therapist in the while enhancing my abilities,
advocating for patients and providing a better level of care. Continued demonstration of my talent in all aspects
of healthcare operations from floor care to supervision. Continually exceeding expectations in duties assigned,
motivated to learn all aspects of the medical field and continually furthering my knowledge base by education.
Education
Platt College
Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Therapy
Associate of Science in Respiratory Therapy
ACLS, BLS, NRP, PALS
American Heart Association
ACLS/BLS/PALS Instructor Certificate
West Coast College
Medical Assistant Certificate
Phlebotomy Certificate
Ontario, Ca
12/2014
01/2012
Riverside, CA
09/2013
Victorville, CA
03/1998
Work Experience
American Heart Association
Riverside, CA
ACLS/BLS/PALS Instructor
09/2013-present
Reche Canyon Rehab
Colton, CA
Respiratory Therapist
3/2012-present
Dial med
Whittier, CA
Respiratory Therapist
3/2012-present
 Meets patient's goals and needs and provides quality care by conducting pulmonary function tests; assessing
and interpreting evaluations and test results; determining respiratory therapy treatment plans in consultation
with physicians and by prescription.
 Helps patient accomplish treatment plan and supports life by administering inhalants; operating mechanical
ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus, environmental control systems, and aerosol generators.
 Administers respiratory therapy treatments by performing Broncho pulmonary drainage; assisting with
breathing exercises; monitoring physiological responses to therapy, such as vital signs, arterial blood gases,
and blood chemistry changes; directing treatments given by aides, technicians and assistants.
 Evaluates effects of respiratory therapy treatment plan by observing, noting, and evaluating patient's progress;
recommending adjustments and modifications.
 Completes discharge planning by consulting with physicians, nurses, social workers, and other health care
workers; contributing to patient care conferences.
 Assures continuation of therapeutic plan following discharge by designing home exercise programs;
instructing patients, families, and caregivers in home exercise programs; recommending and/or providing
assistive equipment; recommending outpatient or home health follow-up programs.
 Documents patient care services by charting in patient and department records.
 Maintains patient confidence and protects hospital operations by keeping information confidential.
 Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
 Equipment Management which includes maintenance, repairs, and working closely with care fusion
manufacturing.
 Maintains purchase orders/negotiating contracts for servicing.
Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Dept.
Albuquerque, NM
Jailer/Correctional Officer
3/2009-03/2010
 Supervise inmates in housing units and those segregated for administrative or punitive measures; instruct
inmates in housekeeping and sanitation; supervise the issuance of clothing and other personal effects to
inmates.
 Make periodic patrols of quarters and work areas and initiate counts of inmates at regular and irregular
intervals; maintain control and discipline including use of physical restraint and restraining devices; prevent
the introduction of contraband into the institution.
 Check inmate mail for possible contraband; maintain a periodic patrol either inside or outside the institution
to ensure the security and integrity of the institution. Monitor, supervise and screen inmate visitor traffic;
monitor perimeter system; observe traffic in and around the compound.
 Instruct inmates and maintain control in areas such as the inmate food service area, auditorium, etc. Observe
for signs of disorder or tension and report such observations to a higher authority; counsel with inmates
regarding institutional, domestic or emotional adjustment problems.
TW and Company
Albuquerque, NM
Federal Officer
11/2009-03/2009
 Conducting security checks for visitors entering/exiting the military instillation
 Running background/warrant checks for visitors of the instillation attempting to gain access
 Performing routine patrols of secured area and housing units
 Searching inbound contracting vehicles for any contraband
Loomis Fargo & Co.
Albuquerque, NM
Armored Transport
8/2006-12/2007
 Servicing ATM machines on a set schedule, including re-supplying replenishing, retrieving deposits, and
monetarily balancing the machine.
 Picking up/delivering customer change orders/deposits carrying a minimum of 50 pounds by hand or up to
several hundred pounds by cart, a minimum of 30 stops per day for a minimum of 4-5 hours, 5 days per
week.
 Loading/unloading vehicle cargo consisting of multiple bags and boxes of coins, weighing as much as 50
pounds per item, 5-6 days per week.
 Counting items, recording amounts and serial numbers, signing and dating receipts and manifests, sorting
individual cargo items by route.
 Communicating with customers verbally on-site and via telephone and two-way radio to report emergencies
and approach to Loomis, Fargo and Company facility.
Clinical Experience
Respiratory Therapist
 Greater El Monte Hospital, ER/ ICU
 Palmdale Regional Center, ICU
 Kaiser of Fontana, NICU
 Pomona Valley Hospital, Sleep Lab
 Sierra Home Health Care, DME
8/2010-01/2012
Additional Considerations
Graduated Class Valedictorian (2012)
Lambda Beta (National Honor Society for the Profession of Respiratory Care)
Respiratory Care Advisory Committee (Platt College)
COPD Educator (American Association for Respiratory Care)
Council on Cardiopulmonary, Critical Care, Preoperative and Resuscitation (American Heart Association)