Samanta

Dedicated and compassionate professional with 14+ years of experience in pediatric respiratory inpatient care, providing clinical support and patient-centered service in fast-paced hospital environments. Equipped with a strong educational foundation in Social Work, bringing a cohesive approach to advocacy, ethical decision-making, and multidisciplinary collaboration.

Undergraduate

Internship offered valuable experience within various state and federal systems—enhancing skills in crisis intervention, case management, and working with various populations and organizations. Known for bringing a unique blend of multidisciplinary insight to deliver comprehensive analysis and promote positive outcomes.

Respiratory Therapy Technician at University of Michigan - C & W Mott Hospital (2011-10 – Present)

The Respiratory Technician position within the Pediatric Respiratory Care Department assesses the care needs regarding basic therapies of patients for whom respiratory care services are ordered. Initiating and performing basic respiratory care techniques and blood gas analysis. As part of the healthcare inpatient team, works closely with respiratory therapists, nurses, and other hospital practitioners and staff in delivering patient services and ensuring safety.

• Analysis of blood gases and electrolytes from arterial/venous samples
• Calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of blood gas analyzers
• Performs and reviews quality controls on blood gas analyzers
• Performs proficiency testing
• Data collection for research purposes
• EKG diagnostic testing
• Patient education
• Learning new technical devices and clinical procedures when applicable
• Provides report on pertinent observations of patient status to oncoming shift and/or shift supervisor
• Documents analytical measurements
• Follows procedures for accurate and complete entries on medical-legal documents and patient electronic medical records
• Actively engaging and building rapport and trust with patient and family
• Sharing information in a timely and unbiased manner
• Collaborates with team members to achieve ideal patient care experience

Master in Social Work in Social Work – University of Kentucky (2024)

Bachelor in Social Work in Social Work – University of Cincinnati (2020 – 2022)

Associate in Arts in Arts – Washtenaw Community College (2016)