Dedicated Emergency Medical Technician bringing 5 years of excellent performance in medical roles. Willing and able to offer unwavering work ethic and dedication to patient care. Industrious and focused on continuous professional development.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Communications Specialist
Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital
Roanoke, VA
01.2024 - Current
Monitored status of ambulances and ensured that appropriate resources were available to meet patient needs.
Maintained accurate records of all incoming calls and dispatches.
Provided quality customer service by responding promptly to inquiries, complaints, and requests for assistance.
Conducted regular tests of radio equipment to ensure optimal performance levels were maintained.
Utilized mapping software programs to monitor location of ambulances in real time.
Communicated effectively with field personnel regarding updates on patient conditions or changes in destination.
Documented all relevant information pertaining to each dispatch including vehicle type, crew members, estimated arrival time.
Performed administrative tasks such as filing paperwork or entering data into computer systems.
Responded professionally to telephone calls.
Used radio, telephone and computer system to update first responders with new information.
Took caller information, read associated computer information and documented vital details in call tracking and assignment system.
Patient Care Technician
Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital
Roanoke, VA
11.2023 - 04.2024
Provided direct patient care and assistance to healthcare team members.
Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including vital signs monitoring.
Ensured that all medical equipment was properly maintained and sterilized.
Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, and concerns.
Observed changes in patient's conditions and reported any abnormalities to the RN on duty.
Collected specimens such as urine samples for testing purposes according to established protocols.
Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to requests from patients, families, staff members.
Reported any observed changes in behavior or physical condition to the nursing staff immediately.
Organized supplies in order to maintain adequate stock levels throughout shift.
Conducted safety rounds regularly to ensure safe environment for patients.
Helped create a safe environment by following infection control policies.
Responded quickly in emergency situations by providing appropriate first aid measures.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care services.
Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
Responded to bell or light signal calls to assist patients with needs.
Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
Assisted with patient admissions, discharges and transfers.
Recorded patient conditions and vital signs before and after medical operations.
Delivered outstanding patient care based on physical, psychological, educational and related criteria.
Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing and exercising.
Performed minor housekeeping tasks to keep patient areas clean and sanitized.
Restocked unit frequently with necessary medical supplies.
Kept instruments and equipment clean and sanitized.
Prepared patient chart for admission and compiled appropriate paperwork.
Patient Care Technician
UVA Health
Charlottesville, VA
09.2023 - 11.2023
Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
Responded to bell or light signal calls to assist patients with needs.
Performed variety of delegated basic patient care services to support nursing functions and activities of daily living.
Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
Assisted with patient admissions, discharges and transfers.
Recorded patient conditions and vital signs before and after medical operations.
Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing and exercising.
Identified and reported observations and clinical symptoms to appropriate healthcare professionals, driving timely intervention.
Performed minor housekeeping tasks to keep patient areas clean and sanitized.
Supported healthy patient skin with bedside baths, wound care and integrity checks.
Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
Notified senior staff of patient emergencies to optimize outcomes.
MedComm Specialist/ER Technician
Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital
Roanoke, VA
06.2022 - 09.2023
Take EMS calls from ground and air agencies.
answer and direct phone calls.
Consults for doctors.
Drug box exchanges.
Took patients' vital signs, collected medical specimens and updated information in patient charts.
Collected blood samples for lab analysis to diagnose disease or screen for health problems.
Stocked and replenished patient care areas with appropriate supplies.
Monitored patients' condition and reported changes in status or acuity to nurses.
Safely transferred patients to wheelchair or stretchers for transportation to other departments.
Took blood pressure measurements and reported to nurse or physician if above or below normal levels.
Monitored patients for signs of distress or decompensation and alerted staff of emergency situations.
Worked alongside doctors and nurses to provide supplies, instruments and equipment for procedures.
Restocked supplies kept in patient rooms to maintain optimal levels.
Tracked patients' vital signs, treated wounds and collected samples to free up nurses and physicians for more advanced work.
Developed exemplary care abilities from comforting and assisting families and patients in emergency room.
Took patient assessments, including blood pressure and temperature and documented information.
EMT
Chatham Rescue Squad
Chatham, VA
01.2021 - 09.2022
Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs during transit.
Monitored patients from scene to hospital transfer while conducting in-transit care.
Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
Rendered direct patient care, including stabilizing patients and determining course of action based on triage.
Observed and assessed incident scenes upon arrival to determine level of safety for all first responders.
Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
Managed care in field and in-transit, including performing standard testing and administering necessary medication.
Performed CPR and used cardiac defibrillator to revive patients in cardiac arrest or arrythmia.
Evaluated patients for injuries at accident scenes and industrial locations.
Conducted equipment inspections and vehicle checks in adherence with required maintenance schedules.
Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
Documented all calls in reports detailing type of incident and course of treatment.
Explained to conscious patients steps involved for medical evaluations and need for possible hospital transport.
Delivered emergency care to individuals involved in motor vehicle accidents, falls and medical emergencies.
Asked patients questions regarding ingestion or intake of over-the-counter medications, prescriptions and illicit drugs.
Reviewed inventory levels prior to shift and restocked ambulance to prepare for service.
Operated emergency vehicles with caution to keep patients, public and first responders safe.
EMT-Basic
Delta Response Team
Lynchburg, Virginia
12.2021 - 05.2022
Documented calls in reports detailing incident type 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.
Performed CPR and used cardiac defibrillator to revive patients in cardiac arrest or arrythmia.
Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
Rendered direct patient care by stabilizing patients and determining course of action based on triage.
Conducted equipment inspections and vehicle checks in adherence with required maintenance schedules.
Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs during transit.
Explained to conscious patients steps involved for medical evaluations and need for possible hospital transport.
Monitored patients from scene to hospital transfer while conducting in-transit care.
Managed care in field and in-transit, including performing standard testing and administering necessary medication.
Asked patients questions regarding ingestion or intake of over-the-counter medications, prescriptions and illicit drugs.
Transported patients from accident scenes to hospitals in emergency vehicles.
Trained newly hired EMTs by offering insight into job duties and assessing shift performance.
EMT
Centra
Lynchburg, VA
11.2020 - 09.2021
Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs during transit.
Monitored patients from scene to hospital transfer while conducting in-transit care.
Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
Observed and assessed incident scenes upon arrival to determine level of safety for all first responders.
Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
Managed care in field and in-transit, including performing standard testing and administering necessary medication.
Conducted equipment inspections and vehicle checks in adherence with required maintenance schedules.
Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
Documented all calls in reports detailing type of incident and course of treatment.
Explained to conscious patients steps involved for medical evaluations and need for possible hospital transport.
Asked patients questions regarding ingestion or intake of over-the-counter medications, prescriptions and illicit drugs.
Reviewed inventory levels prior to shift and restocked ambulance to prepare for service.
Operated emergency vehicles with caution to keep patients, public and first responders safe.
Rendered direct patient care, including stabilizing patients and determining course of action based on triage.
Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
EMT
Appomattox County Rescue Squad
Appomattox, VA
09.2019 - 11.2020
Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs during transit.
Monitored patients from scene to hospital transfer while conducting in-transit care.
Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
Rendered direct patient care, including stabilizing patients and determining course of action based on triage.
Observed and assessed incident scenes upon arrival to determine level of safety for all first responders.
Transported patients from accident scenes to hospitals in emergency vehicles.
Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
Managed care in field and in-transit, including performing standard testing and administering necessary medication.
Performed CPR and used cardiac defibrillator to revive patients in cardiac arrest or arrythmia.
Evaluated patients for injuries at accident scenes and industrial locations.
Conducted equipment inspections and vehicle checks in adherence with required maintenance schedules.
Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
Trained newly hired EMTs by offering insight into job duties and assessing shift performance.
Documented all calls in reports detailing type of incident and course of treatment.
Explained to conscious patients steps involved for medical evaluations and need for possible hospital transport.
Delivered emergency care to individuals involved in motor vehicle accidents, falls and medical emergencies.
Asked patients questions regarding ingestion or intake of over-the-counter medications, prescriptions and illicit drugs.
Reviewed inventory levels prior to shift and restocked ambulance to prepare for service.
EMT/Dispatcher
Delta Response Team
Appomattox, VA
10.2018 - 11.2020
Rendered direct patient care, including stabilizing patients and determining course of action based on triage.
Monitored patients from scene to hospital transfer while conducting in-transit care.
Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs during transit.
Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
Reviewed inventory levels prior to shift and restocked ambulance to prepare for service.
Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
Conducted equipment inspections and vehicle checks in adherence with required maintenance schedules.
Performed CPR and used cardiac defibrillator to revive patients in cardiac arrest or arrythmia.
Transported patients from accident scenes to hospitals in emergency vehicles.
Delivered emergency care to individuals involved in motor vehicle accidents, falls and medical emergencies.
Explained to conscious patients steps involved for medical evaluations and need for possible hospital transport.
Observed and assessed incident scenes upon arrival to determine level of safety for all first responders.
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.
Evaluated patients for injuries at accident scenes and industrial locations.
Asked patients questions regarding ingestion or intake of over-the-counter medications, prescriptions and illicit drugs.
Managed care in field and in-transit, including performing standard testing and administering necessary medication.
CNA
Centra
Lynchburg, VA
11.2016 - 10.2018
Documented patient intake and dietary requirements, also assisting with feeding and monitoring.
Conducted routine checks on standard patient vitals, including blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Engaged with patient family and friends to provide courteous, efficient visit experience.
Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
Delivered nursing assistance to patients in the hospital.
Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to provide high-quality patient care.
Administered personal nursing assistance in pre- and post-operative situations.
Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
Education
EMT Certificate - EMT
Central Virginia Community College
Lynchburg, VA
07.2018
CNA Certificate - CNA
Centra College Of Nursing
Lynchburg, VA
11.2016
Skills
Ambulance transport
Medical data acquisition
Critical decision-making skills
Field patient assessments
Emergency management
Reporting and documentation
Patient evaluations
Scene assessments
CPR and First Aid
Medication administration
Vital sign assessment
Emergency response and assessment
EKG procedures
Defibrillation and resuscitation
Dispatch communication protocols
Drawing blood
Sharps disposal
Biohazard waste disposal
HIPAA
Organization
Timeline
Communications Specialist
Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital
01.2024 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital
11.2023 - 04.2024
Patient Care Technician
UVA Health
09.2023 - 11.2023
MedComm Specialist/ER Technician
Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital
06.2022 - 09.2023
EMT-Basic
Delta Response Team
12.2021 - 05.2022
EMT
Chatham Rescue Squad
01.2021 - 09.2022
EMT
Centra
11.2020 - 09.2021
EMT
Appomattox County Rescue Squad
09.2019 - 11.2020
EMT/Dispatcher
Delta Response Team
10.2018 - 11.2020
CNA
Centra
11.2016 - 10.2018
EMT Certificate - EMT
Central Virginia Community College
CNA Certificate - CNA
Centra College Of Nursing
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