Adam Garlock
Greenville,AL
Summary
Experienced with managing emergency medical services operations to ensure optimal performance and patient care. Utilizes strategic planning and crisis management to improve response times and service quality. Strong understanding of team leadership and operational efficiency in high-stress environments.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
EMS Director
GEMS Ambulance
02.2021 - Current
- Enhanced emergency response times through strategic operational direction.
- Identified service delivery improvements by analyzing key performance metrics.
- Ensured compliance by monitoring staff processes and eliminating safety hazards.
- Implemented successful healthcare programs, focusing on quality care and patient satisfaction.
- Maintained confidentiality of medical information, ensuring patient trust and security.
- Reduced employee turnover by fostering a supportive and team-oriented work environment.
Advanced EMT
GEMS Ambulance
08.2012 - Current
- Enhanced patient outcomes by administering advanced life support during transport.
- Collaborated effectively with medical teams for improved patient care coordination.
- Trained EMTs on emergency protocols, boosting team readiness and response capabilities.
- Evaluated patient conditions to develop and implement timely treatment plans.
- Coordinated hospital handoffs, ensuring continuity of care and efficient transfers.
- Mentored junior staff, improving operational efficiency and strengthening team skills.
EMS Owner/Supervisor
GEMS Ambulance
08.2012 - 02.2021
- Enhanced ambulance response efficiency through effective operations management.
- Established partnerships with healthcare providers to improve community outreach services.
- Implemented training programs that significantly reduced emergency response times.
- Optimized financial management for better budget allocations and resource utilization.
- Mentored team members to elevate service quality and professional growth.
- Streamlined daily operations ensuring accuracy and efficiency in task completion.
EMT-Basic
GEMS Ambulance
06.2003 - 08.2012
- Ensured rapid patient care through effective emergency medical treatment administration.
- Coordinated patient transport with healthcare teams during high-pressure emergency situations.
- Documented patient assessments and care accurately during transport to medical facilities.
- Trained new EMTs on emergency protocols and equipment for improved response efficiency.
- Evaluated patient conditions to prioritize care interventions based on vital signs.
- Implemented safety protocols, minimizing risks for patients and crew during operations.
Ambulance Driver
GEMS Ambulance
02.2003 - 06.2003
- Ensured patient safety by effectively operating emergency transport vehicles.
- Coordinated timely patient care with medical teams during transport.
- Maintained vehicle readiness through routine maintenance checks and inspections.
- Trained new drivers on safety protocols and navigation systems for efficiency.
- Optimized emergency response routes by monitoring traffic conditions.
- Implemented best practices for patient handling, enhancing comfort during transport.
Education
Associates Degree - Emergency Medical Services Advanced EMT
Trenholm State Community College
Montgomery, AL08-2012
High School Diploma -
Greenville Academy
Greenville, AL05-2003
No Degree - Emergency Medical Services
Trenholm State Community College
Montgomery, AL05-2003
Skills
- Patient care standards
- Personnel management
- Emergency response coordination
- Public safety
- Emergency preparedness
- First aid administration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Critical thinking
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Patient safety
- Decision-making
- Patient care assessment
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Effective communication
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Employee supervision
- Relationship building
- HIPAA guidelines
- Conflict resolution
- Operations management
- Problem identification
- Employee recruitment and hiring
- Staff management
- Employee work scheduling
- Inventory management
- Patient relations
- Basic life support for health care providers (BLS)
- Facility management
- Records management
- Hazard mitigation
- Drug inventory management
Timeline
EMS Director
GEMS Ambulance
02.2021 - Current
Advanced EMT
GEMS Ambulance
08.2012 - Current
EMS Owner/Supervisor
GEMS Ambulance
08.2012 - 02.2021
EMT-Basic
GEMS Ambulance
06.2003 - 08.2012
Ambulance Driver
GEMS Ambulance
02.2003 - 06.2003
Associates Degree - Emergency Medical Services Advanced EMT
Trenholm State Community College
High School Diploma -
Greenville Academy
No Degree - Emergency Medical Services
Trenholm State Community College