Alexander Goss
Visalia,CA
Summary
Driven Emergency Medical Technician with proven expertise in vital signs monitoring and critical decision-making, honed across roles at American Ambulance of Visalia and other leading services. Excelled in high-pressure environments, enhancing patient outcomes by 30%. Skilled in patient transport and triaging, complemented by a strong foundation in CPR and First Aid. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Medical Technician
American Ambulance of Visalia
10.2020 - 06.2024
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently assessing and addressing medical emergencies in high-pressure situations.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering appropriate treatments based on thorough assessments of vital signs, physical conditions, and medical histories.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Continuously improved skills through regular training sessions, workshops, conferences, and staying up-to-date on industry best practices.
- Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
- Upheld high-quality service standards by consistently meeting or exceeding performance evaluation benchmarks set forth by management.
Transport Driver
Amdal Transport Services
06.2020 - 10.2020
- Safely secured clientele in wheelchairs and on gurneys within van for successful, safe transportation.
- Maintained professional image and attitude to positively represent transport company and help build reputation for excellent customer service.
- Assisted handicapped customers to safely complete transfers between van and facility.
- Successfully operated GPS devices, radios and cellular devices to optimize route and maintain dispatch communications.
- Provided exceptional customer service to patients, their families, and healthcare professionals through clear communication and empathy.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
Security Officer/Emergency Medical Technician
Eagle Mountain Casino
10.2019 - 03.2020
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle and by foot.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Protected facility and property guests by regularly circulating premises and monitoring surveillance feeds.
- Provided excellent customer service while addressing visitor inquiries or concerns related to facility safety or access control procedures.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering appropriate treatments based on thorough assessments of vital signs, physical conditions, and medical histories.
- Ensured accurate documentation of patient information, assessment findings, interventions performed, and overall condition by completing detailed reports in compliance with legal requirements and industry standards.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation of treatments to enable tracking history and safeguard information.
Emergency Medical Technician
American Ambulance of Visalia
07.2018 - 03.2019
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently assessing and addressing medical emergencies in high-pressure situations.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering appropriate treatments based on thorough assessments of vital signs, physical conditions, and medical histories.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Continuously improved skills through regular training sessions, workshops, conferences, and staying up-to-date on industry best practices.
- Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
- Upheld high-quality service standards by consistently meeting or exceeding performance evaluation benchmarks set forth by management.
Emergency Medical Technician
Lifestar Ambulance
07.2017 - 06.2018
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently assessing and addressing medical emergencies in high-pressure situations.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering appropriate treatments based on thorough assessments of vital signs, physical conditions, and medical histories.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Continuously improved skills through regular training sessions, workshops, conferences, and staying up-to-date on industry best practices.
- Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
- Upheld high-quality service standards by consistently meeting or exceeding performance evaluation benchmarks set forth by management.
Sales Associate
Lowes Home Improvement
05.2017 - 07.2017
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Boosted customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing a welcoming store environment.
Sales Associate
Walmart
03.2016 - 03.2017
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
- Boosted customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing a welcoming store environment.
Sales Associate
Journeys Shoes
07.2015 - 03.2016
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
- Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
Fast Food Team Member
Carl's Jr
03.2015 - 07.2015
- Performed shift change tasks each day to keep store neat and running smoothly.
- Contributed to increased sales by upselling menu items and promoting limited-time offers.
- Greeted customers promptly and took orders to keep flow of traffic moving.
- Ensured seamless operations during peak hours by effectively multitasking across various roles such as cashier, food assembler, or grill operator when needed.
- Contributed to a safe working environment by following safety measures for handling equipment, such as fryers and grills.
- Wiped counters and sanitized equipment to maintain clean food prep and dining areas.
- Assisted in inventory management, ensuring optimal stock levels for uninterrupted daily operations.
- Reduced customer wait times by quickly operating customer window and sales register.
Sales Associate
No Fear
07.2013 - 09.2013
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
- Assessed customer needs and utilized suggestive selling techniques to drive sales.
Education
No Degree - Paramedic
West Hills College - Lemoore
Lemoore, CA08.2024
Vocational Certificate - Emergency Medical Technician
College of The Sequoias
Visalia, CA12.2016
No Degree - General Studies
Fresno City College
Fresno, CA05.2014
High School Diploma -
Mount Whitney High School
Visalia, CA06.2013
Skills
- Basic Life Support
- CPR and First Aid
- Critical decision-making skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Pre-hospital Care
- Bleeding control
- Airway Management
- Patient Transport
- Emergency vehicle operation
- Triaging
Certification
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) - National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT).
- Emergency Medical Technician License - State of California.
- Emergency Medical Technician License - CCEMSA
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association.
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - American Heart Association.
- Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) - National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians.
- National Incident Management System (NIMS) ICS-100, ICS-200, ICS-700, and ICS-800 Certifications - Federal Emergency Management Agency.
Timeline
Emergency Medical Technician
American Ambulance of Visalia
10.2020 - 06.2024
Transport Driver
Amdal Transport Services
06.2020 - 10.2020
Security Officer/Emergency Medical Technician
Eagle Mountain Casino
10.2019 - 03.2020
Emergency Medical Technician
American Ambulance of Visalia
07.2018 - 03.2019
Emergency Medical Technician
Lifestar Ambulance
07.2017 - 06.2018
Sales Associate
Lowes Home Improvement
05.2017 - 07.2017
Sales Associate
Walmart
03.2016 - 03.2017
Sales Associate
Journeys Shoes
07.2015 - 03.2016
Fast Food Team Member
Carl's Jr
03.2015 - 07.2015
Sales Associate
No Fear
07.2013 - 09.2013
No Degree - Paramedic
West Hills College - Lemoore
Vocational Certificate - Emergency Medical Technician
College of The Sequoias
No Degree - General Studies
Fresno City College
High School Diploma -
Mount Whitney High School
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) - National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT).
- Emergency Medical Technician License - State of California.
- Emergency Medical Technician License - CCEMSA
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association.
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - American Heart Association.
- Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) - National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians.
- National Incident Management System (NIMS) ICS-100, ICS-200, ICS-700, and ICS-800 Certifications - Federal Emergency Management Agency.
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