Alex Torres
Critical Care Flight Paramedic
Miramar,FL
Summary
Highly trained and ambitious paramedic with extensive experience in delivering high-quality medical and emergency care to critically ill or injured patients. Proven ability to thrive in high-volume pre-hospital emergency settings while providing critical care during long-distance transports. Committed to maintaining the highest standards of patient care and safety, demonstrating exceptional skills in rapid assessment and decision-making under pressure. Strong advocate for continuous learning and professional development within the dynamic field of emergency medical services.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Critical Care Flight Paramedic
Reva Air Ambulance
01.2024 - Current
- Administer critical care life support interventions in high-stress environments during air transport.
Chief of Operation, Critical Care Paramedic, FTO
Rapid Response EMS
10.2019 - Current
- Implemented process improvements to optimize response times and resource allocation during emergencies.
- Led post-incident reviews to analyze performance and identify areas for improvement in emergency response protocols.
- Developed training programs focused on enhancing team readiness and proficiency in critical care scenarios.
- Improved operational efficiency by regularly participating in skills training and staying current on best practices in emergency medicine.
- Assisted in the development of departmental policies and procedures, promoting a culture of continuous improvement within the team.
- Demonstrated strong decision-making abilities under pressure, leading to successful interventions and positive patient outcomes.
- Optimized patient care by regularly reviewing and updating emergency medical protocols, ensuring alignment with best practices and standards in the field.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for critically ill patients, improving overall recovery outcomes.
Paramedic
Lee County EMS
01.2019 - 01.2020
- 911 Emergency Service Provider - Paramedic
- Administered advanced life support techniques to manage critically ill patients in emergency situations.
Paramedic
Acadian Ambulance
01.2017 - 01.2019
- 911 Emergency Service Provider - Paramedic
EMT
AmeriCare Ambulance Services
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Administered emergency medical care and life support to patients in critical situations.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to assess patient conditions and develop treatment plans.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering appropriate treatments based on thorough assessments of vital signs, physical conditions, and medical histories.
- Continuously improved skills through regular training sessions, workshops, conferences, and staying up-to-date on industry best practices.
Paramedic
Malteser Hilfsdienst e.V.
01.2011 - 01.2015
- 911 Emergency Service Provider - Paramedic
- Administered advanced life support and emergency medical care in critical situations.
- Trained and mentored junior paramedics on best practices and emergency procedures.
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Delivered compassionate care to patients with a variety of medical emergencies, including cardiac arrests, traumas, strokes, and respiratory distress.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments, treatments, and interventions.
- Enhanced team efficiency through clear communication and collaboration during high-pressure emergency situations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Euro-Schulen Bamberg, Germany
Associate of Science - Paramedicine
Malteser Hilfsdienst, Berlin, Germany
UFCCP - CRITICAL CARE PARAMEDICINE - CRITICAL CARE FLIGHT PARAMEDICINE
University of Florida
Gainesville, Florida, FLAssociate of Arts - MEDICAL TRANSLATOR - ENGLISH, GERMAN, HUNGARIAN
EURO-SCHULEN, BERLIN, GERMANY
Skills
- Strategic leadership
- Precision in task execution
- Strong ethical standards
- Rapid crisis management
- Critical thinking in healthcare
- Critical and intensive care expertise
- Registered interpreter for medical and legal contexts in four languages
Certification
- Critical Care Paramedic (UFCCP) University of Florida – 2023 UF CCP Program in collaboration with UF Health Shands Hospital IBSC Board certified Critical Care Paramedic
- Flight Paramedic (FP-C) IA MED - 2021 FP-C Program – IBSC Board Certified Flight Paramedic
- Paramedic – NREMT/Florida Licensed National EMS Academy – Baton Rouge, LA – 2017
- Paramedic Malteser Hilfsdienst e.V. – Berlin, Germany – 2008-2011
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- PHTLS - Prehospital Trauma Life Support
- NALS - Neonatal Advanced Life Support
- NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation Program
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
English
Native or Bilingual
German
Native or Bilingual
Hungarian
Native or Bilingual
Interests
PARAMEDICINE AND CRITICAL CARE MEDICINE
ESTABLISHMENT OF NEW AND HIGHER CRITICAL CARE STANDARDS IN THE PREHOSPITAL AND INTERFACILITY TRANSPORT SETTING
TRAINING DEVELOPMENT, MENTORING AND TEACHING WITHIN EMS
RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT BASED ON LATET EVIDENCE BASED PROCESSES
LEADERHIP WITH HIGH ETHICAL STANDARDS
Timeline
Critical Care Flight Paramedic
Reva Air Ambulance
01.2024 - Current
Chief of Operation, Critical Care Paramedic, FTO
Rapid Response EMS
10.2019 - Current
Paramedic
Lee County EMS
01.2019 - 01.2020
Paramedic
Acadian Ambulance
01.2017 - 01.2019
EMT
AmeriCare Ambulance Services
01.2015 - 01.2017
Paramedic
Malteser Hilfsdienst e.V.
01.2011 - 01.2015
High School Diploma -
Euro-Schulen Bamberg, Germany
Associate of Science - Paramedicine
Malteser Hilfsdienst, Berlin, Germany
UFCCP - CRITICAL CARE PARAMEDICINE - CRITICAL CARE FLIGHT PARAMEDICINE
University of Florida
Associate of Arts - MEDICAL TRANSLATOR - ENGLISH, GERMAN, HUNGARIAN
EURO-SCHULEN, BERLIN, GERMANY
CCTP ADVANCED PROCEDURES
- Surgical Airways
- Blood Product Administration
- Pericardiocentesis
- Escharotomies
- ICP Monitoring
- IABP Therapy
- Vessel Cut Down
- Needle Decompression
- Stat Lab interpretation
- VAD management
- Central Line Placement and monitoring
- Chest Tube placement and monitoring
- Placing and Monitoring Arterial Pressure Lines
- Use of Ventilators
- Ultrasound
- FHT Monitoring