Aaron Hernandez-Marquez
El Paso,TX
Summary
Dedicated firefighter and paramedic with nearly three years of hands-on experience and twelve years of military medical expertise as a Navy Hospital Corpsman. Proven ability to excel in high-pressure environments, effectively managing emergent situations through critical thinking and decisive action. Proficient in advanced life support (ALS), basic life support (BLS), fire suppression tactics, and various rescue operations, including swift water and rope rescue. Seeking to leverage extensive skills in emergency medical care, medication administration, and mid-level management to contribute to a dynamic team focused on saving lives and enhancing community safety.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Firefighter
El Paso Fire Department
02.2023 - Current
- Evaluated incident scenes for possible victims requiring medical attention or evacuation assistance.
- Collaborated with other emergency personnel when responding to accident scenes or acute illness calls requiring emergency medical care.
- Informed and educated local community members about fire prevention and safety.
- Triaged patients to assist emergency workers in administering medical care.
- Located hydrants and operated pumps at proper pressure to evaluate adequacy of water system and availability of water supply.
- Communicated effectively with crew members while performing tasks under stressful conditions.
- Laid hose lines and operated nozzles, pumps, hydrants and fire extinguishers.
- Maintained firefighting equipment, including hoses and ladders, on a daily basis.
- Tested and inspected tools, equipment and gear to maintain readiness for different fire scenarios.
- Inspected buildings to determine compliance with fire codes and fire prevention protocols.
- Treated a wide range of patients in both an ALS and BLS capacity.
Firefighter Trainee
El Paso Fire Department
08.2022 - 02.2023
- Trained and maintained a wealth of knowledge in firefighting techniques and suppression methods, enabling quick decision making during actual emergencies.
- Participated in physical fitness training sessions according to standards set by the department.
Medical Assistant
Career Staffing Services
01.2022 - 08.2022
- Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
- Handled general office duties to support administrative staff during peak hours.
- Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
- Kept facility stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Monitored vital signs of hospitalized patients throughout their stay at the hospital or clinic setting.
- Assessed, documented and monitored vital signs for patients within outpatient setting.
- Organized patient charts before each day's clinic sessions began.
- Educated patients on healthcare topics such as nutrition and disease prevention methods.
Emergency Medical Technician
Lifeline Ambulance Service Inc.
09.2021 - 12.2021
- Communicated effectively with physicians and hospital personnel regarding patient's condition during transport process.
- Documented patient condition and treatment to facilitate plan of care.
- Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
- Operated specialized medical equipment such as ventilators, cardiac monitors and suction devices.
- Monitored patients from scene to hospital transfer while conducting in-transit care.
- Conducted equipment inspections and vehicle checks in adherence with required maintenance schedules.
- Observed, recorded and reported patients' condition or injury and treatment provided.
- Adhered strictly to safety regulations set forth by local governing bodies.
- Operated ambulance to and from scenes and emergency facilities, responding to dispatch calls for emergent medical assistance.
- Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs during transit.
Senior Line
United States Navy
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Supervised 48 individuals in day-to-day operations as well as oversaw the treatment of over 960 individuals
- Worked in Various infantry battalions as a senior line, supervising over 27 subordinates
- Both personally Conducted and assisted Battalion surgeons in minor and major medical procedures.patient documentation, immunization administration and
- Provided patient care daily, checked in patients, obtained patient vitals, venipuncture, IV therapy, wound care and more
- Provided emergent field medical care for both traumatic and minor injuries
- Reported to supervisors on a regular basis, updating them on issues, statistics and other information when needed
- Performed duties as the prevention and treatment of disease and injury and assist health care professionals in providing medical care to Navy and Marine Corps personnel of the operational forces.
Ophthalmology Clinical Manager
United States Navy
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Coordinated and managed 12 individuals assisting 5 providers
- Facilitated and instructed Tactical combat casualty care courses for medical personnel
- Responsible for the acquisition and movement of educational supplies
- Coordinated course instructor requests and satellite site surveys
- Leading Petty Officer of both ophthalmology and anesthesia departments
- Directly supervising a total of 34 junior sailors in daily clinical activities, supply replenishment and clinical administrative duties.
Preventative Medicine Representative
United States Navy
01.2011 - 01.2015
- In charge of the medical readiness of over 1200 marines and sailors and management of 6 subordinates
- Senior line: Charged with the care of 220 marines, and supervision of 4 sailors
- Responsible for vaccination requirement compliance for over 5000 Marines and Sailors
- Provided emergent medical care to various patients from various nations both in the continental U.S and abroad
- Senior medical representative and advisor, overseeing 30 subordinates and colleagues
- Provided clinical care which included venipuncture, sutures, IV therapy, vital signs, documentation, and assisted in proper diagnosis of injuries and illnesses.
General Duty Corpsman
United States Navy
01.2009 - 01.2011
- Worked in both ICU and Medical surgical wards
- Conducted daily inpatient duties ranging from medication administration, IV therapy, venipuncture, catheter placement, EKG's, Telemetry monitoring and end of life care
- Assisted providers with medical interventions such as treatment of cardiac arrest, intubations and various other invasive bedside procedures
- Enlisted floor supervisors responsible 4 subordinates.
Education
No Degree - Paramedicine
El Paso Fire Training Academy
El Paso, TX12-2024
No Degree - FireFighting
El Paso Fire Training Academy
El Paso, TX02-2023
Certificates in Emergency Medical Services -
California Institute of Emergency Medical Technicians
Signal Hill, CA10.2021
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Purdue University Global
Lafayette, IN02-2021
Associate of Science - Health Sciences
Kaplan University
Lafayette, IN10-2017
Entry level in General duty corpsman -
Hospital Corps School
Great Lakes Naval Training Center, IL09.2009
Skills
- ACLS Care
- Venipuncture
- Management Experience
- Immunizations
- Patient Care
- Hospital Experience
- Triage
- Anatomy Knowledge
- Physiology Knowledge
- Medical Terminology
- EMR Systems
- Search and Rescue
- Apparatus Maintenance
- Emergency Response
- Rescue Equipment Proficiency
- Fire Suppression Tactics and techniques
- Community Education
- Medical Response
- Ladder Operation
- Fire Prevention
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- Equipment Evaluation
- Victim Extrication
- Forcible entry
- Ventilation
- Cardiac Monitoring
- Medication Administration
- Intubation
- Structural firefighting
- Vehicle extrication
- Rescue equipment use
- Water Rescue operations
- Rope Rescue operations
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS), 2024-05-03
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), 2024-06-21
- Trauma Life Support, 2022-11-21
- Basic PEPP, 2024-12-02
- EMT-P NREMT, 2024-03-01 #M515378
- Texas state LEMT-P certification, 2024-12-13, #772769
- IFSAC Seal: Firefighter 1, 2023-02-17 #2644545
- IFSAC Seal: Firefighter 2, 2023-02-17 #2644546
- IFSAC Seal: Hazardous material awareness, 2023-02-17 #2644543
- IFSAC Seal: Hazardous Materials Operations, 2023-02-17 #2644544
- IFSAC Seal: Driver/Operator Pumper, 2025-04-25 #24TX4009404
- FSL-280 Followership to Leadership, 2024-10-15
- The 8 Functions of Command, 2024-10-25
- Rescue 3 International, SRT-1, 2025-07-22
- PADI: Openwater Diver, 2021-10-31 #21110A8219
- FEMA ICS: 100, 2021-09-19
- FEMA ICS: 200, 2023-02-14
- FEMA ICS: 700, 2021-09-19
- FEMA ICS: 800, 2023-08-08
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Firefighter
El Paso Fire Department
02.2023 - Current
Firefighter Trainee
El Paso Fire Department
08.2022 - 02.2023
Medical Assistant
Career Staffing Services
01.2022 - 08.2022
Emergency Medical Technician
Lifeline Ambulance Service Inc.
09.2021 - 12.2021
Senior Line
United States Navy
01.2018 - 01.2021
Ophthalmology Clinical Manager
United States Navy
01.2015 - 01.2018
Preventative Medicine Representative
United States Navy
01.2011 - 01.2015
General Duty Corpsman
United States Navy
01.2009 - 01.2011
Certificates in Emergency Medical Services -
California Institute of Emergency Medical Technicians
Entry level in General duty corpsman -
Hospital Corps School
No Degree - Paramedicine
El Paso Fire Training Academy
No Degree - FireFighting
El Paso Fire Training Academy
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Purdue University Global
Associate of Science - Health Sciences
Kaplan University
Personal Information
- Military Service Branch: United States Navy: HM2/ E-5 2009-2021
- Military Service Branch: United States Army Reserve: SGT/E-5 2001-2024
- Awards: Bronze Star medal with Valor, Navy/Marine corps Commendation medal, Navy/Marine Corps Achievement medal under combat conditions
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