Andre Pinto

68W Combat Medic

Army Active Duty

08.2022 - 04.2025

Enhanced patient survival rates by providing immediate and efficient first aid care on the battlefield.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes in high-stress combat situations.
Improved overall unit efficiency by maintaining accurate documentation of medical interventions and treatments rendered.
Increased unit readiness by conducting regular training sessions on first aid, CPR, and casualty evacuation procedures.
Assisted physicians in surgical procedures, ensuring proper sterilization techniques were followed for optimal patient safety.
Implemented preventative medicine measures within the unit, reducing instances of disease and non-combat related injuries.
Strengthened communication between medical personnel and command staff by serving as a liaison for health-related matters.
Contributed to mission success by providing vital support during air and ground evacuations of casualties.
Maintained medical supplies inventory, ensuring timely resupply and availability during critical operations.
Increased soldier morale by addressing mental health concerns promptly, connecting them to appropriate resources and support networks.
Recognized and treated medical conditions with proven techniques, equipment, and knowledge of medical and military protocols.
Being proficient in emergency medicine and the skills and tasks of a 68W 2 years on the line and 1 year in the clinic.
working with equipment and machines such as IVs, suction, save 2 ventilators, King Lt airways, Cricothyrotomy, I-Gel, Needle Decompression, Chest tubes, Combat Gauze, Basic splinting, Blood Transfusions, Various Narcotics and Antibiotics, Stitching, Tourniquets, NPAs, Hyfin Chest Seals, Distribution of fluids, vital machines, and Sanitation.
Maintained compliance with military healthcare regulations by adhering to strict guidelines for documentation, medication administration, and disease prevention measures while deployed overseas or at home station garrisons.
Demonstrated knowledge of pharmacological agents and safely administered medications in stressful field settings.
Perfected careful handling, lifting and moving of patients from point of incident to stretcher, ambulance or helicopter.