ANDY PATE
Educator
Ararat,NC
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
9
9
Certifications
Work History
Adjunct EMS Instructor
Surry Community College
08.2023 - Current
- Teach didactic and skill scenarios for Paramedic, AEMT, EMT and EMS con-ed classes
- Collaborated with fellow instructors to develop new teaching strategies, resulting in improved student engagement and satisfaction.
- Evaluated student performance through practical examinations, ensuring competency in critical emergency response skills.
- Facilitated collaborative group work among students, encouraging teamwork as essential component of effective emergency response efforts.
Tax Preparer
H&R Block
01.2024 - Current
- Managed multiple deadlines efficiently, ensuring all clients'' taxes were filed on time without compromising quality or accuracy.
- Provided exceptional customer service during peak tax season by remaining calm under pressure and addressing client concerns promptly and professionally.
- Educated clients on tax planning strategies, helping them save money in future years.
- Implemented quality control measures within firm to reduce errors and maintain high standards of service for all clients.
- Reduced errors through meticulous review of financial documents and double-checking calculations.
Financial Officer
Friendly Chapel Church
06.2020 - Current
- Conduct monthly audit of all financial accounts, prepare annual budgets and prepare necessary financial reports
- Coordinate semi-annual business meetings and report financial status to members
- Streamlined financial operations for increased efficiency by consolidating financial systems and databases.
- Strengthened internal controls, minimizing potential for fraud or errors in finance department.
Training Officer
Forsyth County Emergency Services
08.2014 - 07.2023
- Program coordinator for FCES
- Developed NCOEMS approved education plan for FCES program that included initial classes and continuing education 2016 & 2020
- Created processes for scheduling ride along and for community outreach
- Develop driver training program and review board that has decreased accidents by 50% over past two years
- Reduced time spent on manual processes by introducing digital tools for efficient course administration and management
- Maintained accurate records of all completed trainings, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and standards
- Coordinated EMR and EMT classes
Paramedic
Forsyth County EMS
05.2003 - 07.2023
- Reduced response times by maintaining thorough knowledge of local geography and navigation routes.
- Ensured patient safety by adhering to strict protocols for proper lifting techniques, equipment use, and infection control.
- Streamlined patient handoff processes at hospitals by clearly communicating relevant information to receiving staff, ensuring seamless continuity of care.
- Delivered compassionate care to patients with variety of medical emergencies, including cardiac arrests, traumas, strokes, and respiratory distress.
Critical Care Flight Paramedic
Baptist Aircare
06.2006 - 12.2014
- Enhanced team efficiency through expertly coordinating with flight nurses and pilots in high-pressure situations.
- Ensured patient safety, performing thorough pre-flight assessments and monitoring vital signs throughout transport.
- Maintained essential equipment functionality, performing routine checks and troubleshooting issues as needed during flights.
- Enhanced patient comfort through compassionate communication techniques and adjusting treatment plans based on their unique histories or circumstances.
Paramedic
Randolph County EMS
06.1994 - 05.2003
- Contributed to community outreach efforts by participating in public education events on CPR, first aid, and emergency preparedness.
- Increased survival rates with rapid recognition of life-threatening conditions and swift initiation of appropriate interventions.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments, treatments, and interventions.
- Assisted in training new paramedics by serving as preceptor and sharing clinical expertise during ride alongs.
Education
Certificate - Accounting And Finance
Surry Community College
Dobson, NC 01.2021 - 12.2021
Certificate - Community Paramedic
Hennepin Technical College
Minneapolis, MN 01.2015 - 12.2015
Bachelor of Science - Emergency Medical Care
Western Carolina University
Cullowhee, NC 09.2012 - 08.2014
Certificate - Paramedic
Randolph Community College
Asheboro, NC 08.1992 - 05.1993
Associate of Science - Automotive Mechanics
Central Carolina Community College
Sanford, NC 08.1987 - 06.1989
Skills
Strong leadership abilities
undefinedEducation Additional Skills
- Accounting and Finance, Surry Community College, Dobson, NC, 12/2021
- Bachelor of Health Science, Western Carolina University, Cullowhee, NC, 08/2014, Emergency Medical Care/ concentration Healthcare Management, Business Law
Affiliations
Region I Advisory Board- 2015- 2021 ( Board Chair 2019-2020)
Program Advisory Committees for FTCC, GTCC, SCC- 2016-2023
Accomplishments
Forsyth County EM Incident Management Team member 2020-2023
Completed Jurisdictional Crisis Incident Management- ICP training with Texas A&M University January 2020
Certification
National Registry Paramedic
Timeline
National Registry Paramedic
03-2026
AHA Instructor- BLS, ACLS, PALS 7 Faculty
11-2025
NCOEMS Level 2 Instructor-Paramedic
05-2025
NC Paramedic
03-2025
Tax Preparer
H&R Block
01.2024 - Current
Adjunct EMS Instructor
Surry Community College
08.2023 - Current
Certificate - Accounting And Finance
Surry Community College
01.2021 - 12.2021
Financial Officer
Friendly Chapel Church
06.2020 - Current
VFIS Driver Instructor
04-2019
Ambulance Strike Team Instructor
06-2017
FTEP Management and Development
02-2017
TIMS Instructor
03-2016
NIMS-100, 200, 300, 400, 700, 800
09-2015
Certificate - Community Paramedic
Hennepin Technical College
01.2015 - 12.2015
Training Officer
Forsyth County Emergency Services
08.2014 - 07.2023
Bachelor of Science - Emergency Medical Care
Western Carolina University
09.2012 - 08.2014
Critical Care Flight Paramedic
Baptist Aircare
06.2006 - 12.2014
Paramedic
Forsyth County EMS
05.2003 - 07.2023
Paramedic
Randolph County EMS
06.1994 - 05.2003
Certificate - Paramedic
Randolph Community College
08.1992 - 05.1993
Associate of Science - Automotive Mechanics
Central Carolina Community College
08.1987 - 06.1989
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