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Andrew Shortell

Southbury,CT

Summary

Emergency Medical Technician with proven expertise at Oxford EMS in patient assessment and emergency response. Skilled in vital signs monitoring and trauma care, I excel in high-pressure situations, ensuring optimal patient comfort and safety. Committed to teamwork and effective communication, I consistently deliver exceptional care during critical moments.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Emergency Medical Technician

Oxford EMS
Oxford, CT
08.2024 - Current
  • Ensured that ambulance was stocked properly with necessary supplies prior to responding to calls.
  • Provided emotional support and comfort to patients while transporting them to their destination.
  • Responded quickly to emergency calls, assessed the situation and provided appropriate treatment for illnesses or injuries.
  • Assessed the scene of an accident or incident before providing medical assistance.
  • Maintained patient vital signs, including blood pressure, respiration rate, pulse rate, temperature, oxygen saturation level and pain levels.
  • Provided on-scene treatments such as administering oxygen therapy and splinting fractures.

Emergency Department Volunteer

Waterbury Hospital
Waterbury, CT
06.2024 - 08.2025
  • Assisted nurses and physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, stocking medical supplies, and providing comfort to patients.
  • Observed interactions between staff members and patients during shift hours for quality assurance purposes.
  • Took patient assessments, including blood pressure and temperature and documented information.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Allied Health

University of Connecticut
Storrs, CT
05-2026

Skills

  • Patient assessment
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Emergency response
  • Medical supply stocking
  • Team collaboration
  • Conflict resolution
  • Trauma care
  • Splinting and bandaging
  • Condition assessment
  • Reporting and documentation
  • Vital sign assessment
  • Advanced first aid
  • Basic life support
  • Patient transport
  • Bleeding control
  • Calm under pressure

Certification

  • EMT license
  • CPR certification

Timeline

Emergency Medical Technician

Oxford EMS
08.2024 - Current

Emergency Department Volunteer

Waterbury Hospital
06.2024 - 08.2025

Bachelor of Science - Allied Health

University of Connecticut

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