Jason M. Smith has over 15 years of experience as a certified respiratory therapist. He has worked at Methodist Hospital in San Antonio, Texas since 2011 and previously served as an Air Force contractor from 2005-2011. Smith was deployed from 2004-2005 as part of a Critical Care Air Transport Team, transporting critically ill patients between Afghanistan, Germany, and the United States. He currently maintains credentials and certifications to enhance his skills in respiratory care.

1. Jason M. Smith
568 Stonebrook Drive Cibolo, Texas 78108
Tel: 210.542.6009 Email:jason_ms17@yahoo.com
EXPERIENCE
CERTIFIED RESPIRATORY THERAPIST,
METHODIST HOSPITAL; SAN ANTONIO, TX 2011-PRESENT
CERTIFIED RESPIRATORY THERAPIST,
AIR FORCE CONTRACTOR; AMERICAN HOSPITAL SERVICE GROUP
WILFORD HALL M.C; BROOKE ARMY M.C, SAN ANTONIO, TX 2005-2011
Credentialed by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). Maintains NBRC’s Continuing
Competency Program yearly to enhance respiratory credentials, pulmonary function knowledge,
and demonstrate concern for patient safety. Trained and proficient in Adult, Pediatric, and Neonatal
Intensive Care Units. Performed emergency care in level one trauma center at Brooke Army Medical
Center.
DEPLOYED AS CRITICAL CARE AIR TRANSPORT TEAM (CCATT) 2004-2005
Kandahar Airbase, Afghanistan to Bagram Airbase, Afghanistan - Landstuhl Airbase, Germany
Hurricane Katrina Relief, New Orleans, Louisiana
Experienced in air transport of critically ill patients with multi-system trauma, shock, burns, respira-
tory failure, and multiple organ failure. Trained in the stabilization of patient in flight to destination
of advanced care. Responsible for comprehensive in-flight equipment operation and system checks.
Transported patients on extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) while maintaining respirato-
ry support on the cardiopulmonary bypass machine. Obtained and interpreted sweep gas samples
from circuit and troubleshoots equipment.
CARDIOPULMONARY TECHNICIAN, USAF, LACKLAND A.F.B, TX 2002-2006
• Performed and supervised cardiopulmonary functions such as electrocardiograms, exercise
stress testing, and ambulatory electrocardiographic monitoring.
• Assessed heart structures and flows via 2-D and m-mode echocardiography, Doppler, and
contrast colors.
• Interpreted arrhythmias. Served on cardiac catheterization (invasive) procedures team.
• Operated and maintained specialized equipment to evaluate respiratory or pulmonary func-
tions, and respiratory physiology.
• Performed spirometry, flow volume loops, lung volumes, diffusion capacities, and closing
volumes.
• Drew and analyzed arterial blood gas samples.
• Maintained quality control of arterial blood gas machines and CO oximeters, to include
proficiency testing.
• Assisted physicians with fiberoptic bronchoscopy for diagnosis and therapy.
• Under physician’s orders, administered respiratory care such as oxygen and aerosol thera-
py, mechanical ventilator management, and preparation and administration of respiratory
medications, assisted with intubation and extubation procedures.
• Performed endotracheal tube care. Maintained patient airway. Ensured bronchial hygiene
through incentive spirometry and specialized breathing instructions.

2. • Prepared patients for procedures.
• Instructed and trained patients for equipment use. Monitored data display on physiological
equipment, obtained and recorded vital signs.
• Assessed and documented patient status.
• Performed user maintenance on equipment.
• Adhered to infection control and universal precautions procedures, including disposition of
contaminated materials.
• Practices safety and security measures.
EDUCATION
North East Lakeview College, Universal City, TX 2011-Present
United States Air Force/ Enlisted, Lackland A.F.B, TX 2002-2006
Graduate of USAF Respiratory Therapy Program, Medical Education and Training Campus, ac-
credited by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC).
CERTIFICATIONS AND ACHIEVEMENTS
Certified Respiratory Therapist
Respiratory Care Practitioner
Texas State Health Licensed
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certified
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certified
Critical Care Air Transport Team Air Medal
Air Force Humanitarian Service Award
SKILLS
ABG interpretation
Airway Management, Patient Assessment
Analysis and Monitoring of Gas Exchange
Basic Therapeutics
Bronchopulmonary Hygiene Techniques
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
EKG/EEG
Equipment Decontamination and Infection Control
Humidity and Aerosol Therapy
Hyperinflation Therapy
Oxygen and Medical Gas Therapy
Ventilation Management
ECMO Experience (Hospital & Transport)