Abigail Houston
Contoocook,NH
Summary
Dynamic Emergency Medical Technician, Firefighter with proven expertise at Hopkinton Fire Department in critical decision-making and patient care. Skilled in structural firefighting and first aid, I enhanced patient outcomes through effective assessments and interventions. A strong team leader, I streamlined operations and improved service quality, ensuring optimal care in high-pressure environments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Emergency Medical Technician
Hopkinton Fire Department
05.2025 - Current
- Administered first aid, CPR, and intervention methods to patients in emergency situations.
- Operated medical equipment, including defibrillators, oxygen tanks, suction, and vents during patient transport.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering appropriate treatments based on thorough assessments of vital signs, physical conditions, and medical histories.
- Controlled wounds and injuries en-route to hospitals, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions pre-arrival.
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently assessing and addressing medical emergencies in high-pressure situations.
- Maintained accurate patient care records and documentation for reporting purposes.
Manager
Riverside Pizza
03.2015 - Current
- Led staff training initiatives to improve service quality and employee performance standards.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Streamlined kitchen operations to enhance food preparation efficiency and reduce order wait times.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
Farm Hand
Pine Lane Farm
01.2014 - Current
- Operated and maintained farm equipment for optimal performance and safety compliance.
- Carried out daily farm tasks such as feeding animals, milking cows, and cleaning pens to ensure animal health and welfare.
Education
General Studies
New Hampshire Technical Institute
Concord, NhFirefighting 1, Firefighting 2 - Firefighting
New Hampshire Fire Academy Recruit School
Concord, NH12-2025
EMT Basic Certification - Emergency Medicine
New Hampshire CPR
Bedford, NH08-2024
High School Diploma -
Hopkinton High School
Hopkinton, NH06-2018
Skills
- Basic life support
- CPR and first aid
- Critical decision-making skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Structural firefighting strategies
- Team leadership
- Decision-making
- Time management
- Firefighting procedures
Timeline
Emergency Medical Technician
Hopkinton Fire Department
05.2025 - Current
Manager
Riverside Pizza
03.2015 - Current
Farm Hand
Pine Lane Farm
01.2014 - Current
General Studies
New Hampshire Technical Institute
Firefighting 1, Firefighting 2 - Firefighting
New Hampshire Fire Academy Recruit School
EMT Basic Certification - Emergency Medicine
New Hampshire CPR
High School Diploma -
Hopkinton High School