Dawn Similo Email & Phone Number

Southeast, Us

Field Applications Training Specialist • Currently travel mainly the southeast coast, providing training and education on MGC Diagnostic equipment including Pulmonary Function and metabolic equipment. • Proficient in all aspects of pulmonary function and metabolic testing.Clinical Research Coordinator:• Responsible for downloading subject data into the central database. • Provide Pulmonary Function Test reviews in accordance with ATS/ERS quality recommendations and study protocol requirements. This review process also includes determining a quality score and determining if the subject’s PFT data meets inclusion/exclusion criteria. • Submit and complete queries, perform edits and send revised reports.• Audit other staff member’s Quality Test Reviews to insure quality assurance.• Provide customer support to sites regarding PFT testing, protocol, data transfer, etc.• Performed Training, Monitoring, and Closeout Visits. This included training on system calibration, quality control procedures, performing testing according to protocol, peak flow meter use, performing DLCO simulations, ATS/ERS standards, data submission processes, documentation requirements, and filing reports.

Bradenton, Florida

Perform Pulmonary Function Testing, enter billing for these services, collaborate with physicians.

Freehold, New Jersey

• Performed Pulmonary Function and Metabolic Testing.• Developed and maintained all policies, procedures, and competencies for the Pulmonary Lab and Pulmonary Rehabilitation in accordance with ATS/ERS standards.• Scheduled appointments maintained and ordered equipment and supplies.• Developed patient education and assessment in areas regarding the Rehab patient’s self-care.• Planned and mediated monthly breathing disorder support group meetings. • Coordinated and collaborated with medical director, referring physician, and patient to achieve optimal treatment regimens. • Continually reviewed Medicare requirements for pulmonary rehabilitation reimbursement.• Responsible to provide payroll support for 4 departments, in the Report Express software system. • Implemented policies and procedures in 2008 that resulted in the Rehab program achieving AACVPR (American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation) accreditation in 2009 as well as continued maintenance of the AACVPR accreditation. • Coordinated and implemented a Community Asthma Awareness Day Seminar for the public that included organizing speakers, vendors, public relations material and educational materials. • Responsible for developing and directing several other community and professional asthma education programs such as an educational program for school nurses, for youth camp counselors and one for parents and teachers.