Andrew Berquist
Summary
Emergency medical professional with track record in providing high-quality care in urgent situations. Known for strong teamwork and achieving positive outcomes, adapting to changing needs with reliability. Skilled in advanced life support and patient assessment, valued for calm demeanor under pressure.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Paramedic Field Training Officer
Medstar Ambulance
01.2019 - Current
- 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.
- Worked en-route to hospital to prepare patients for arrival or surgery and control wounds.
- Documented patient care accurately using electronic medical records software according to regulatory guidelines for billing purposes and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
Firefighter/Paramedic
Springfield Township Fire Department
03.2016 - Current
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Contributed to positive outcomes during multi-agency responses by effectively collaborating with law enforcement personnel, paramedics, and other emergency service providers.
- Improved public awareness and education on fire safety practices through community workshops and school programs.
- Operated hoses, pumps, ladders and other firefighting equipment.
- Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
- Maintained optimal readiness for emergency situations by regularly participating in drills and training exercises.
Armed Service Technician
Loomis Armored US
02.2015 - 03.2016
- Serviced ATM machines on set schedule, resupplying, retrieving deposits and balancing bill counts to meet customer needs.
- Maintained confidentiality to protect sensitive information and prevent harmful release of information.
- Increased team efficiency with effective communication, coordination of tasks, and prioritization of workload.
- Demonstrated adaptability in diverse environments, adjusting quickly to changing circumstances during deployments and training exercises.
Meat/Seafood Processor
Kroger
12.2010 - 06.2015
- Trained new employees on company procedures, equipment operation, safety protocols, ensuring their smooth integration into the team while minimizing downtime due to learning curves.
- Prepared various meats by cutting, trimming and packaging in preparation for display cases.
- Implemented effective staff training programs, resulting in knowledgeable and efficient team members.
Education
EMT-P
State of Michigan
09-2023
EMT-B
State Of Michigan
06-2016
Associate of Applied Science - Fire Fighter Technology
Oakland Community College
2900 Featherstone Rd, Auburn Hills, MI 48326Fire Fighter I & II / Hazmat Ops
Fire Fighters Training Council
High School Diploma -
Clarkston High School
6093 Flemings Lake Rd Clarkston, MI 48436Skills
Paramedic
ACLS
PALS
PHTLS
Fire Fighter I& II
Hazmat Ops
FEMA ICS 100, 200, 800, 900
12 Lead RACER
VIFIS
STFD Station Member of the Year 2020
I was nominated and honored to receive the Station Member of the Year award by my fire department peers and Officers for going above and beyond in department duties and training.
Timeline
Paramedic Field Training Officer
Medstar Ambulance
01.2019 - Current
Firefighter/Paramedic
Springfield Township Fire Department
03.2016 - Current
Armed Service Technician
Loomis Armored US
02.2015 - 03.2016
Meat/Seafood Processor
Kroger
12.2010 - 06.2015
EMT-P
State of Michigan
EMT-B
State Of Michigan
Associate of Applied Science - Fire Fighter Technology
Oakland Community College
Fire Fighter I & II / Hazmat Ops
Fire Fighters Training Council
High School Diploma -
Clarkston High School