Adam Rivera
Macungie
Summary
Proven leader in emergency management and occupational health and safety, with a history of reducing injuries and improving safety performance. Skilled in creating and executing wellness and safety education programs, as well as implementing hazard mitigation strategies. Strong ability to enhance safety culture in construction and general industry, driving measurable results, and innovative solutions.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
15
15
Certifications
Work History
Onsite Medical Representative (OMR)
Pride Health - Amazon Contractor
Hamburg
06.2025 - Current
- Administered first aid for emergent and non-emergent injuries in an industrial setting.
- Responded promptly to emergencies involving both occupational and non-occupational health issues.
- Documented all interactions related to provided first aid and medical care.
- Managed treatment and follow-ups for open conservative and workers' compensation injuries.
- Guided workplace wellness initiatives to enhance overall employee health.
- Spearheaded safety initiatives and education, to reduce injuries while increasing the overall safety culture for the 'Peak Season.'
- Trained staff on ergonomic practices, injury prevention strategies, and workplace safety.
- Conducted safety audits to identify hazards within workplace environments.
- Collaborated with safety team members and management to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
Basic Life Support (BLS)/Emergency Medical Services Instructor
Lehigh Valley Health Network - Per Diem
Allentown
06.2015 - Current
- Delivered CPR training sessions to diverse groups in various settings.
- Followed American Heart Association manuals to ensure relevant and accurate training.
- Assessed participant skills through practical demonstrations and evaluations.
- Provided constructive feedback and support during skill assessment activities.
- Updated course content to reflect current guidelines and best practices.
- Facilitated hands-on simulations to enhance emergency response practical skills.
Emergency Communications Specialist/EMT
VMSC EMS
Lansdale
08.2023 - 03.2025
- Coordinated emergency and non-emergency response efforts for a variety of incidents.
- Monitored incoming calls, prioritizing urgent assistance requests.
- Employed AI mapping software to identify fastest routes for emergency vehicles.
- Operated computer-aided dispatch system (Zoll RescueNet CAD), including data entry and report generation.
- Trained new dispatch staff on protocols and communication procedures effectively.
Manager, Hazardous Materials and Safety
Valley Health System
Winchester
11.2022 - 04.2023
- Developed and implemented safety policies for diverse work environments.
- Conducted regular safety inspections and audits to ensure compliance, and to identify potential workplace hazards.
- Trained employees on emergency response procedures, safety protocols, and the use of simple and advanced personal protective equipment.
- Maintained records of safety training sessions and compliance documentation.
- Collaborated with management to address environmental health concerns effectively.
- Managed hazardous materials handling and disposal processes safely.
- Led incident investigations to identify root causes and prevent recurrence.
- Coordinated with regulatory agencies to ensure adherence to environmental standards.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable state (Virginia and WV) and federal (OSHA) environmental, health, and safety regulations.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, guidelines, and industry standards, including OSHA, JCAHO, CMS, EPA, and FEMA.
Emergency Dispatcher II
Lehigh Valley Health Network
Allentown
06.2014 - 09.2022
- Operated communication equipment, including Zoll RescueNet CAD and various radios.
- Documented caller information and vital details in call tracking system.
- Monitored multiple radio frequencies, maintaining contact with public safety officers.
- Coordinated medevac air and ground units, ensuring prompt personnel response.
- Utilized mapping systems to identify locations for responding personnel; tracked unit statuses.
- Implemented process improvements to increase dispatch efficiency and effectiveness.
- Collaborated with law enforcement, fire departments, and external stakeholders during critical incidents.
- Monitored CCTV systems for suspicious activity, relaying real-time incident information.
Occupational Health Technician/Emergency Medical Technician
Pivot Onsite Innovations
Mt. Laurel
06.2020 - 07.2022
- Administered first aid and emergency medical care on construction sites.
- Responded promptly to emergencies involving occupational and non-occupational health issues.
- Documented all interactions related to first aid or medical care provided.
- Managed treatment and follow-ups for open conservative and workers' compensation injuries.
- Guided workplace wellness initiatives to improve employee health.
- Trained staff on ergonomic practices and injury prevention strategies.
- Conducted safety audits to identify hazards in workplace environments.
- Collaborated with management to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lawrence High School
Lawrence, NJ06-2006
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies - Nursing Track
Bucks County Community College
Newtown, PASome College (No Degree) - Emergency and Disaster Management
American Public University
Charles Town, WVSkills
- Emergency response coordination
- Crisis communication and planning
- Hazard mitigation and management
- Basic life support care
- Clinical documentation
- Safety compliance audits
- Training delivery
- Team collaboration
- Safety protocol development
- Public speaking skills
- Incident command management
- Disaster project management
- Dispatch operations
- Treatment coordination
- Injury prevention strategies
- Attention to detail
- Time management skills
- Event planning expertise
- Relationship management
- Confined space rescue techniques
- Emergency management practices
- Incident safety protocols
- Self-contained breathing apparatus operation
- Firefighting procedures expertise
- Structural firefighting techniques
- Public education initiatives
- Critical incident coordination
- Workplace wellness initiatives
- Emergency response training
- Compliance documentation
- Process improvement strategies
Certification
Incident Command System Series, FEMA
- IS-100, Introduction to the Incident Command System
- IS-200, ICS for Single Resources and Initial Action Incidents
- ICS-300, Intermediate ICS for Expanding Incidents
- ICS-400, Advanced ICS for Command and General Staff
- IS-700, National Incident Management System (NIMS), An Introduction
- IS-800, National Response Framework, An Introduction
- IS-100, Introduction to the Incident Command System
- IS-200, ICS for Single Resources and Initial Action Incidents
- ICS-300, Intermediate ICS for Expanding Incidents
- ICS-400, Advanced ICS for Command and General Staff
- IS-700, National Incident Management System (NIMS), An Introduction
- IS-800, National Response Framework, An Introduction
Timeline
Onsite Medical Representative (OMR)
Pride Health - Amazon Contractor
06.2025 - Current
Emergency Communications Specialist/EMT
VMSC EMS
08.2023 - 03.2025
Manager, Hazardous Materials and Safety
Valley Health System
11.2022 - 04.2023
Occupational Health Technician/Emergency Medical Technician
Pivot Onsite Innovations
06.2020 - 07.2022
Basic Life Support (BLS)/Emergency Medical Services Instructor
Lehigh Valley Health Network - Per Diem
06.2015 - Current
Emergency Dispatcher II
Lehigh Valley Health Network
06.2014 - 09.2022
High School Diploma -
Lawrence High School
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies - Nursing Track
Bucks County Community College
Some College (No Degree) - Emergency and Disaster Management
American Public University