Andrew Shafer
Woodburn Ambulance Services Inc.
Salem,OR
1
Certification
10
years of professional experience
Dedicated Paramedic with expertise in advanced life support and critical decision-making. Committed to improving patient outcomes through collaboration and effective communication.
Work History
Paramedic
10 Months- Administered emergency medical care to patients in various pre-hospital settings.
- Operated and maintained advanced life support equipment during transport.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure best patient outcomes.
- Monitored vital signs and documented patient conditions accurately.
- Taught EMT-B students on their ride-alongs.
- Trained new EMTs and took them through their FTEP.
Emergency Medical Technician
3 Years 1 Month- Administered emergency care and life support techniques to patients in critical situations.
- Worked under the tutelage of an ALS provider to strengthen my skills as an EMT during critical calls.
- Conducted thorough assessments of patients' conditions and documented vital signs accurately.
- Memorized routes and ensured safe transportation through various terrains.
Key Holder
4 Years 5 Months- Oversaw cash handling procedures, maintaining accuracy in financial transactions and reporting.
- Implemented loss prevention strategies, reducing shrinkage through effective monitoring practices.
- Trained and mentored new staff on customer service protocols and product knowledge.
- Resolved complex problems regarding customer complaints, product warranty, and inventory discrepancies.
Sales Associate
1 Year 4 Months- Delivered exceptional customer service, enhancing overall shopping experience and increasing customer satisfaction.
- Maintained product displays, optimizing visual merchandising to attract customers and drive sales.
- Collaborated with team members to execute promotional events, boosting store traffic and engagement.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
Education
Associate of Science - Paramedicine
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry And Molecular Biology
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Skills
Critical decision making
Emergency Response Techniques
Patient assessment and management
Documentation and reporting
Strong communication
New hire training
Certification
- Licensed Paramedic - October 2025
- ACLS
- PALS
- CPR
Interests
Outdoor Recreation
Fishing
Cooking
Gardening
Timeline
Paramedic
Woodburn Ambulance Services Inc.
10.2025 - CurrentRead More
Emergency Medical Technician
Woodburn Ambulance Service Inc.
09.2022 - 10.2025Read More
Key Holder
Le Creuset
01.2018 - 06.2022Read More
Sales Associate
Cost Plus World Market, Inc
09.2016 - 01.2018Read More
Chemeketa Community College
Associate of Science from Paramedicine
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Oregon State University
Bachelor of Science from Biochemistry And Molecular Biology
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Chemeketa Community College
Associate of Arts from General Studies
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