Berniel Ian Viernes

Licensed Respiratory Therapist with two years of clinical hospital experience, bringing a strong background in patient care, medical documentation, respiratory management, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Highly adaptable and detail-oriented, with the ability to work efficiently in fast-paced healthcare environments. Currently transitioning into a Medical Virtual Assistant role, leveraging clinical knowledge, communication skills, technical adaptability, and a strong commitment to providing accurate, reliable, and patient-centered administrative and healthcare support.

Respiratory Therapist at Breath Always Good Air, INC. Affiliated in Perpetual Succour Hospital (2024-04 – 2026-07)

• Maintained detailed patient records, documenting treatment plans, progress, and outcomes.
• Implemented infection control measures to maintain a safe environment for patients and staff.
• Monitored patient recovery progress and reported signs and symptoms requiring medical intervention to health professionals.
• Utilized mechanical ventilators and other life support equipment for critically ill patients.
• Applied cardiac massage, artificial respiration or assistance with cardiopulmonary resuscitation to administer emergency care.
• Performed emergency resuscitation techniques in cases of cardiac or respiratory arrest.
• Led pulmonary rehabilitation sessions, focusing on exercise and breathing techniques for COPD patients.
• Assigned aerosol medications and chest physiotherapy to treat disorders of patients.
• Advised on environmental modifications to reduce allergens and triggers for asthma patients at home and work.
• Examined physiological responses to arterial blood gases and lung function changes to check for allergies or adverse effects.
• Monitored patients to measure progress of treatment and healing.
• Analyzed blood gas samples to evaluate patients' oxygenation and acid-base balance.
• Managed the set-up and operation of aerosol generators, offering nebulized medication treatments.
• Collaborated with physicians and nurses to create treatment plans for patients.
• Offered support for sleep studies, diagnosing and treating sleep apnea and other sleep-related breathing disorders.
• Conducted home visits for patients requiring domiciliary oxygen therapy and ventilatory support.
• Recommended special types of equipment and treatment to use for outpatients and home health.

Part-Time Virtual Assistant at Independent (2026-02 – 2026-06)

• Provided remote administrative and virtual support for healthcare-related tasks and daily operations.
• Assisted with patient appointment scheduling, rescheduling, and calendar management.

Respiratory Therapist at Chong Hua Hospital (2022-12 – 2023-04)

• Administered oxygen therapy, aerosolized medications, nebulization, and other prescribed respiratory treatments.
• Managed and monitored patients receiving invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilation.
• Assisted in ventilator setup, parameter monitoring, troubleshooting, and adjustment in accordance with physician orders and hospital protocols.
• Monitored patients' respiratory status, oxygenation, and response to therapeutic interventions.

Respiratory Therapist at Bicol Regional Hospital and Medical Center (2023-05 – 2023-09)

• Administered oxygen therapy, aerosolized medications, nebulization, and other prescribed respiratory treatments.
• Managed and monitored patients receiving invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilation.
• Assisted in ventilator setup, parameter monitoring, troubleshooting, and adjustment in accordance with physician orders and hospital protocols.
• Monitored patients' respiratory status, oxygenation, and response to therapeutic interventions.

Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Therapy – UNIVERSIDAD DE ZAMBOANGA (2018 – 2023)

Senior High School in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics – UNIVERSIDAD DE ZAMBOANGA (2016 – 2018)

Junior High School in Technical High School – UNIVERSIDAD DE ZAMBOANGA (2012 – 2016)

Grade School – TETUAN CENTRAL SCHOOL (2006 – 2012)