Alex Saldana
Oradell,NJ
Overview
1
1
Certification
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Emergency Medical Technician
Bergen County EMS
Bergen County, NJ
08.2026 - Current
- Hired as an Emergency Medical Technician to provide BLS emergency medical care in a prehospital EMS setting.
Emergency Medical Technician
Beach Haven First Aid Squad
Beach Haven, NJ
05.2026 - 08.2026
- Provided BLS emergency medical care to patients in a fast-paced, community-based EMS setting, responding to medical and traumatic emergencies.
- Assessed patients, obtained vital signs, performed focused assessments, and communicated critical findings to supervising providers and receiving medical personnel to ensure timely and appropriate care.
- Assisted with patient treatment, stabilization, lifting, and safe transport while maintaining clear and accurate patient care documentation.
Ocean Lifeguard
Long Beach Township Beach Patrol
Long Beach Island, NJ
06.2026 - 08.2026
- Monitored designated beach areas to ensure swimmer safety, proactively identifying and addressing hazards and emergencies.
- Responded to aquatic emergencies, performing water rescues and providing first aid.
- Communicated effectively with swimmers, beachgoers, and fellow lifeguards.
Peer Catalyst
Quinnipiac University
Hamden, CT
08.2025 - Current
- Mentored 22 first-year students, supporting academic transition, time management, and campus engagement.
- Facilitated weekly First-Year Seminar (FYS) discussions, small-group activities, and reflection exercises to build community and critical thinking.
- Served as the primary point of contact for new students, connecting them with academic advising, tutoring, counseling, and campus resources.
- Demonstrated leadership, professionalism, and accountability while supporting diverse student backgrounds and needs.
Healthcare Career Exploration Academy Counselor
Quinnipiac University
Hamden, CT
07.2025 - 07.2025
- Supervised and mentored high school students in a healthcare-focused summer program.
- Ensured a safe, organized, and supportive environment while managing daily schedules and group dynamics.
- Modeled professionalism, communication, and responsibility.
- Collaborated with instructors and staff to facilitate lessons, labs, and group projects related to health sciences.
Intern
Bear Path Elementary School
Hamden, CT
02.2025 - 04.2025
- Engaged second-grade students in academic activities, contributing to a supportive and fun learning environment.
- Designed and implemented a visual behavior management system to promote positive habits and increase class participation.
- Developed patience, adaptability, and communication skills through student and teacher interaction.
Volunteer
Valley Hospital
Ridgewood, New Jersey
01.2025 - 01.2026
- Transported and delivered medical specimens to hospital departments, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and timely arrivals.
- Received, logged, and processed hematology specimens, assisting laboratory staff with automated analyzers to determine red and white blood cell counts and platelet levels.
- Gained clinical experience balancing precision and responsibility, enhancing time management skills in a high-stakes environment.
Internship Student
Paramus Orthopedic Physical Therapy
Paramus, New Jersey
10.2023 - 05.2024
- Guided patients through exercise routines.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of supplies to support daily operations.
- Developed an understanding of individualized patient care methods.
Emergency Medical Technician
Quinnipiac EMS
Hamden, CT
08.2026 - Current
- Respond to medical emergencies across Quinnipiac’s Mount Carmel and York Hill campuses, providing BLS care and assisting with patient assessment, treatment, and stabilization.
- Participate in regular EMS training and skills assessments to maintain Connecticut EMT certification and clinical readiness.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Quinnipiac University
Hamden, Connecticut05-2028
High School Diploma -
Union Catholic High School
Scotch Plains, New Jersey05-2024
- Emergency Medical Technician
Less Stress Instructional Services
Cedar Grove, NJ07-2025
Publications
Saldana, A., et al. The Impact of Project-Based Learning on Personal Development and Community Engagement in University Living-Learning Communities. Journal of Experiential Education. Manuscript submitted for publication, August 2026.
Certification
- BLS Provider, American Heart Association, 2024 November
- Stop the Bleed, 2025 February
- Dementia Friend, 2025 February
- Career Ready Guide, 2025 March
Accomplishments
- Eagle Scout, Troop 36 : Organized a service project benefiting over 7,000 veterans in New Jersey's state-run veterans homes with donations of supplies and funds exceeding $12,000.
- Served as Troop Bugler and Assistant Senior Patrol Leader.
- Member of Order of the Arrow, the National Boy Scout Honor Society.
- Played Taps for 50 consecutive nights to honor veterans at the Paramus Veterans Home.
- Featured on The Nightly News with Lester Holt, the front page of The New York Times, and Good Morning America for nightly Taps tribute.
- Co-authored a research paper on project-based learning examining student engagement and personal growth within The Grove, Quinnipiac University’s residential learning community.
Timeline
Emergency Medical Technician
Bergen County EMS
08.2026 - Current
Emergency Medical Technician
Quinnipiac EMS
08.2026 - Current
Ocean Lifeguard
Long Beach Township Beach Patrol
06.2026 - 08.2026
Emergency Medical Technician
Beach Haven First Aid Squad
05.2026 - 08.2026
Peer Catalyst
Quinnipiac University
08.2025 - Current
Healthcare Career Exploration Academy Counselor
Quinnipiac University
07.2025 - 07.2025
Intern
Bear Path Elementary School
02.2025 - 04.2025
Volunteer
Valley Hospital
01.2025 - 01.2026
Internship Student
Paramus Orthopedic Physical Therapy
10.2023 - 05.2024
- Emergency Medical Technician
Less Stress Instructional Services
High School Diploma -
Union Catholic High School
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Quinnipiac University