Alex Smith
Gallatin ,TN
Summary
Dedicated paramedic with over 5 years of exemplary service in emergency care, known for strong patient advocacy and sound judgment. Experienced EMS educator with a focus on curriculum development and enhancing learning outcomes for students. Demonstrated leadership in various roles, fostering a productive and efficient educational environment. Seeking to apply skills in a leadership and educator role to improve team dynamics and contribute to organizational objectives.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
EMS Educator
Dynamite CPR & Medical Training
Gallatin, TN
05.2023 - Current
- Developed and delivered engaging EMS training programs for diverse audiences.
- Reviewed and updated training materials to align with current EMS protocols.
- Coordinated certification testing for students in CPR and first aid courses.
EMS Educator
Volunteer State Community College
Gallatin, TN
01.2022 - Current
- Facilitated hands-on skills sessions using realistic medical scenarios and equipment.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate student performance and understanding of concepts.
Paramedic/FTO
Sumner County EMS
Gallatin, TN
10.2020 - Current
- Adhered to all protocols and procedures to maintain safety of patients and paramedic crew.
- Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
- Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
- Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
- Treated patients suffering from variety of illnesses and ailments, including heart attacks, strokes, motor vehicle accident injuries and other lfe threatening events.
- Responded quickly to medical emergencies to promote best possible health outcomes.
- Conducted equipment inspections and vehicle checks in adherence with required daily inspection that prepares gives readiness for the immediate and safe response to an incident .
- Monitored patients from scene to hospital transfer while conducting in-transit care.
Paramedic
Trousdale County EMS
Hartsville , TN
05.2019 - 03.2021
- Adhered to all protocols and procedures to maintain safety of patients and paramedic crew.
- Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
- Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
- Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
- Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
- Responded quickly to medical emergencies to promote best possible health outcomes.
- Explained each step of treatment to conscious patients to reduce fear and invoke calm.
- Obtained details regarding patient by questioning family members and bystanders.
Rescue Lieutenant and Training Officer
Trousdale County Rescue Division
Hartsville, TN
03.2017 - 03.2021
- Preserved order and discipline among subordinates, and gave assignments and instructions.
- Oversaw and commanded on scene operations of motor vehicle accidents and many incidents that the rescue division was called to duty to answer.
- Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
- Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
- Conducted equipment inspections and vehicle checks in adherence with required maintenance schedules.
- Assessed scene on arrival to identify potential safety issues and hazards affecting first responders.
- Determined training needs and developed related classes.
- Mentored specific employees on areas in need of improvement.
- Created and utilized successful lesson plans to train on outlined material.
- Modified teaching strategies to customize lesson plans for different student needs.
- Explained goals and expectations required of trainees.
- Blended business's goals, mission and values with learning development initiatives to deliver high-quality training to employees.
- Designed and directed orientation and training programs to meet client needs.
AEMT
Macon County EMS
Lafayette, TN
09.2018 - 10.2020
- Documented all calls in reports detailing type of incident and course of treatment.
- Operated emergency vehicles with caution to keep patients, public and first responders safe.
- Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
- Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
- Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
- Reviewed inventory levels prior to shift and restocked ambulance to prepare for service.
- Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
- Rendered direct patient care, including stabilizing patients and determining course of action based on triage.
Education
Bachelor of Science - EMS Administration
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL01-2025
Associate of Science - Emergency Medical Services
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL12.2022
Technical Certificate - Paramedic
Volunteer State Community College
Gallatin, TN08.2020
Some College (No Degree) - Advanced EMT
Tennessee College of Applied Technology
Livingston, TNSome College (No Degree) - Basic EMT
Volunteer State Community College
Gallatin, TNMaster of Science - Emergency Management
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, ALSkills
- Incident Command Management
- Supervision & Leadership
- Ventilator Transport Credentialed Paramedic
- Emergency management
- Field patient assessments
- Reporting and documentation
- Critical decision-making skills
- Working under pressure
- Working in a team setting
- Patient support and assistance
- EKG procedures
- Positive Work ethic
- Working in many environment settings
- First response services
- Hazardous materials training
- Rescue response team direction
- Personnel training
- Emergency response procedures
- Workload prioritization
- Swiftwater rescue Technician
- Rope Rescue Technician
- Hazardous Materials Operations
- Team Building
- First Aid/CPR
- People Skills
- Training & Development
- Team Management
- Critical Thinking
- Organizational Skills
- Customer Service
- Reliable & Trustworthy
- Relationship Building
- Commercial Driver's Licenses
- Active Listening
- Experience in Leadership
- Improvement Plan Knowledge
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
Coursework in progress
University level Leadership in EMS systems Course ( 3 credit hours)
Awards
- Sumner County Mike Anderson " Medical Call of the Year"- 2024
- Agency Partnership Award- Gallatin Fire Department(2022)
Education and Training
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Certification
- Critical Care Paramedic- 2024
- TN EMS Leadership 2 Course-2025
- TN EMS Leadership 1 Course - 2024
- Paramedic Instructor Coordinator - 2022
- Death Investigator - 2022
- Ventilator Transport Credential- 2023
- Advanced Burn Life Support Provider-2023
- Amateur Radio Ham Radio Tech Level Operator-2023
- TN Mental Health Strike Team Member-2023
- NREMT Evaluator-2023
- Paramedic License - 2020
- AHA, ARC Instructor
- BLS CPR Instructor-2019
- ACLS Instructor -2021
- PALS Instructor - 2021
- AHA Training Center Faculty-2021
- Stop The Bleed Instructor - 2019
- NAEMSE Level 1 Instructor- 2022
- NIMS IS 300 - 2015
- NIMS IS 400 -2015
- Hazardous Materials Operations - 2016
- Rope Rescue Technician - 2017
- Swiftwater Rescue Technician -2017
- PHTLS provider - 2019
- Basic Firefighting- 2016
- TEEX AWR111 0176- EMS concepts for CBRNE
- TEEX AWR 314 0051 Mass Prophylaxis for public health
- TEEX AWR160 0098 - WMD/Terrorism Awareness for emergency responders
Timeline
EMS Educator
Dynamite CPR & Medical Training
05.2023 - Current
EMS Educator
Volunteer State Community College
01.2022 - Current
Paramedic/FTO
Sumner County EMS
10.2020 - Current
Paramedic
Trousdale County EMS
05.2019 - 03.2021
AEMT
Macon County EMS
09.2018 - 10.2020
Rescue Lieutenant and Training Officer
Trousdale County Rescue Division
03.2017 - 03.2021
Bachelor of Science - EMS Administration
Columbia Southern University
Associate of Science - Emergency Medical Services
Columbia Southern University
Technical Certificate - Paramedic
Volunteer State Community College
Some College (No Degree) - Advanced EMT
Tennessee College of Applied Technology
Some College (No Degree) - Basic EMT
Volunteer State Community College
Master of Science - Emergency Management
Columbia Southern University
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