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Prestige EMS
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Andrew Gonzalez

Laredo,TX

Summary

Dedicated (EMT-P) bringing three years as a (EMT-B) and one year as a Paramedic with excellent performance in medical roles. Offers unwavering work ethic and dedication to patient care. Industrious and focused on continuous professional development. Resourceful EMT-P known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in advanced life support, emergency scene management, and patient assessment. Excel in communication, problem-solving, and teamwork, ensuring optimal patient care and effective coordination with medical teams.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

EMT-P

Priorty EMS
Laredo, TX
10.2022 - Current
  • Documented calls in reports detailing incident type and course of treatment.
  • Executed non-medical, non-emergency transfers for immobile persons.
  • Monitored supplies and equipment inventory and replenished promptly before another emergency call.
  • Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
  • Inserted IVs and administered oral and injectable medications.
  • Provided emergency medical care, including airway management, ventilation support, cardiac monitoring and defibrillation.
  • Immobilized patients for transport using backboard or other spinal mobilization.
  • Communicated with dispatchers and hospital personnel to arrange logistics for patient transport.
  • Calmed patients by carefully explaining each step and remaining composed.
  • Presented paramedic basics at schools, cardiopulmonary resuscitation classes, civic groups and public safety agencies.
  • Coordinated with other healthcare providers and personnel on scene for patient care.
  • Reported and documented medical treatment administered on-site and during transport to healthcare facility.
  • Performed standard testing and administered medication to manage care in field and in transit.
  • Operated emergency vehicles with caution to keep patients, public, and first responders safe.
  • Maintained patient records and prepared reports of all incidents attended.
  • Monitored vital signs of patients during transport to ensure their safety.
  • Bandaged wounds and determined necessity for stitches or sutures.
  • Performed CPR and used cardiac defibrillator to revive patients in cardiac arrest or arrythmia.
  • Explained to conscious patients steps involved for medical evaluations and need for possible hospital transport.
  • Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
  • Interviewed patients to obtain medical history and details on current issues.
  • Attended training sessions, maintained required certifications and kept current in lifesaving techniques and technologies.
  • Communicated with dispatch regarding patient condition during transport.
  • Educated family members about treatments administered to their loved ones.
  • Documented patient condition and treatment to facilitate plan of care.
  • Conducted equipment inspections and vehicle checks in adherence with required maintenance schedules.
  • Observed and assessed incident scenes to maintain safety of first responders.
  • Reviewed inventory levels prior to shift and restocked ambulance to prepare for service.
  • Utilized specialized equipment such as ventilators, suction devices and strhers.
  • Monitored patients from scene to hospital transfer while conducting in-transit care.
  • Responded promptly to emergency calls and drove ambulance safely to site.
  • Operated and drove ambulances to transfer patients to hospitals or other healthcare facilities.
  • Cleaned vehicles and patient care compartments, performed routine maintenance checks and maintained constant readiness for emergencies.
  • Reported infectious disease cases to appropriate medical authorities.
  • Performed CPR and used defibrillator on cardiac patients.
  • Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs during transit.
  • Trained new hires by offering insight into job duties and assessing shift performance.
  • Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
  • Positioned patients in preparation for treatment and transport.
  • Managed difficult situations involving emotional or aggressive individuals in a professional manner.
  • Transported critically ill or injured patients to appropriate medical facility.
  • Asked patients questions about over-the-counter medications, prescriptions and illicit drug activity to identify side effects or signs of overdose.
  • Explained medical terminology in non-complex terms o patients.
  • Assisted in maintaining cleanliness of ambulances and other vehicles used by EMS personnel.
  • Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Understood and followed oral and written directions.
  • Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.

EMT-P

Prestige EMS
Laredo, TX
01.2020 - 10.2022
  • Responded to emergency calls to provide immediate medical assistance and transportation to medical facility.
  • Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
  • Administered medications per physician instructions or protocol guidelines.

Education

High School Diploma -

United High School
Laredo, TX
05-2019

Some College (No Degree) - Associates in Applied Sciences

Laredo Community College
Laredo, TX

Skills

  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support
  • Advanced Cardiac Life support
  • Medical Emergency Response
  • Vital Signs Monitoring
  • Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
  • Trauma Management
  • Patient Transport
  • Emergency Management
  • Safe Driving
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Supply Restocking
  • Patient Stabilization
  • Respiratory Assessment
  • Medical Recordkeeping
  • Airway Management
  • Reporting and Documentation
  • Ambulance Driving
  • Cardiac Monitoring
  • Medication Administration
  • IV Fluid Replacement
  • Basic Life Support
  • Critical Decision-Making Skills
  • Patient Evaluations
  • Seizure Management
  • Vital Sign Assessment
  • Scene Assessments
  • Field Patient Assessments
  • CPR and First Aid
  • Vehicle Maintenance

Prestige EMS

  • This company closed down

Affiliations

Some of my hobbies include spending time with friend's and family at the ranch. I also like to go hunting and fishing during my spare time as well.

Work Experience

During my career as a EMT-Basic, I worked at a interfacility transport company. We transported patients to and from major hospitals in the state of Texas. I was deployed to Edinburg, Texas for a total of two weeks ranging from December 2021 to January 2022, and to Hebbronville Texas for a total of three weeks ranging from April 2022 to August 2022. During these deployments I provided medical support and first aid to patients detained by the United States Border Patrol and Customs. I also Triaged Patients and transported them to nearest hospitals if they needed further medical attention.  In March of 2023 I became a Certified paramedic and continued to work for a interfacility transport company. I aided medical support to major trauma patients and severe critical patients while transporting them to multiple hospitals throughout the state of Texas. I currently have my Advanced cardiac life support license as well as my Pediatric Advanced life Support license.

Timeline

EMT-P

Priorty EMS
10.2022 - Current

EMT-P

Prestige EMS
01.2020 - 10.2022

High School Diploma -

United High School

Some College (No Degree) - Associates in Applied Sciences

Laredo Community College
Andrew Gonzalez