Andrew Viken
Moreno Valley,CA
Summary
Committed Paramedic offering proven history of exercising strong judgment in high-pressure situations. Skilled in patient needs assessment and critical care. Detail-oriented and compassionate with expansive knowledge of psychiatric emergencies. Working in an urban environment gives exposure to psychiatric emergencies on a daily basis. This has given me extensive experience in de-escalation techniques, and recognizing trigger words.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Paramedic
American Medical Response
08.2018 - Current
- Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
- Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members, and identified appropriate medical facility for transport.
- Stayed in constant communication with patients to continuously maintain care and comfort during transportation.
- Communicated with treatment center personnel and dispatchers to provide information about situation, arrange reception of victims and receive instructions for further treatment.
- Trained EMTs in basic life support skills, oxygen therapy, and wound care.
Paramedic Field Training Officer
American Medical Response
06.2020 - Current
- Trained EMTs in basic life support skills, oxygen therapy, and wound care.
- Trained Paramedic Students in Advanced Life Support skills, delegations, leadership and managing dynamic scenes.
Piano Teacher
JKEEA Music
09.2012 - 07.2013
- Developed lesson plans, selected course materials and prepared assignments.
- Introduced students to appropriate hand positioning, finger transitions and pedal use.
- Communicated with parents regarding upcoming events and student progress.
- Engaged students in discussions on musical selection and composer histories.
Worship Leader
Faith Lutheran Church
05.2008 - 01.2012
- Coordinated music and special vocals for worship services.
- Performed as versatile vocalist and instrumentalist to support inspirational worship services.
- Set up PowerPoint presentations with lyrics for congregation.
- Led and inspired worship team members and guided team in following church processes, guidelines and mission.
Emergency Medical Technician
American Medical Response
08.2015 - 08.2018
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
Education
No Degree - Biology
California Baptist University
Riverside, CABachelor of Arts - Homeland Security And Emergency Management
Ashford University
10.2022
Skills
- Victim Reception Arrangement
- Emergency Treatment Procedures
- Diagnostic Procedures
- Patient Immobilization
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Crisis Intervention Training
- Critical Thinking
- Emergency Call Response
- Patient Intervention
- Compassionate Care
- Customer Satisfaction
- Risk Evaluation
Timeline
Paramedic Field Training Officer
American Medical Response
06.2020 - Current
Paramedic
American Medical Response
08.2018 - Current
Emergency Medical Technician
American Medical Response
08.2015 - 08.2018
Piano Teacher
JKEEA Music
09.2012 - 07.2013
Worship Leader
Faith Lutheran Church
05.2008 - 01.2012
No Degree - Biology
California Baptist University
Bachelor of Arts - Homeland Security And Emergency Management
Ashford University
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