Derick Johnson
Director of Clinical Education
Respiratory Therapy
Health Center 124
Derick Johnson has been a dedicated Respiratory Therapist since 2012, with extensive experience across a wide range of clinical settings. Proven expertise in all facets of respiratory care, including ICU, Pediatrics, NICU, emergency medicine, hyperbaric oxygen, sleep medicine, Pulmonary functions, with a background in cardiology and EEGs. Formal training in ECMO as part of the Acute Lung Rescue Team and deployed with multinational healthcare personnel in a combat setting.
He has held leadership roles including Charge Respiratory Therapist and Department Supervisor, providing clinical oversight, staff coordination and operational support. Outside of professional life, he enjoys woodworking, homesteading and an out-door-focused lifestyle.
Education
- Associate of Applied Science, Thomas Edison State University - Trenton, N.J.
- RRT-ACCS
- NPS
- CPFT
- SDS