Anthony Smith
Bethel,OH
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated Firefighter/Paramedic with a proven track record at Milford Community Fire Department, adept in emergency medical services and patient assessments. Excels in high-pressure environments, demonstrating exceptional care triage and team leadership skills.
Well-trained Paramedic with advanced life-saving skills. Decisively leads on-scene operations and manages patient care. Comforting and reassuring to injured and ill persons.
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Full Time FF/Paramedic
Milford Community Fire Department
10.2018 - Current
- Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as vents, ET tubes, medication, and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
- Administered fluid replacement via IV, IO, and IM to replace fluid volumes and correct electrolyte imbalances.
- Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
- Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members and identified appropriate medical facility for transport.
- Responded to daily emergencies and worked alongside firemen and EMTs.
- Performed intubations to secure airway in patients under respiratory and cardiac arrest.
- Maintained patient care, treatment and medication documentation for accurate, up-to-date clinical records.
- Worked en-route to hospital to prepare patients for arrival or surgery and control wounds.
- Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome.
Part Time Firefighter/Paramedic Lieutenant
Felicity Franklin Fire Department
02.2012 - Current
- Supervised cleaning and maintenance of buildings, rooms and equipment.
- Prepared reports of fires, equipment and personnel.
- Led team in fighting fires and exercised considerable judgment in deciding best way to extinguish based on type of fuel and environment.
- Compiled and maintained log books, run reports and training records.
- Preserved order and discipline among subordinates and gave assignments and instructions.
- Oversaw scene operations and assigned firefighters to strategic locations.
- Oversaw proper implementation of best practices, policies and procedures in alignment with regulations and operational needs.
- Optimized fire services management with introduction of new systems, policies, procedures and tools.
- Assigned firefighters to jobs at strategic locations to facilitate rescue of persons and maximize application of extinguishing agents.
- Assessed scenes, coordinated responses and communicated critical details to superiors through two-way radios.
- Inspected buildings to determine fire risk and advise owners on prevention methods.
- Prepared and adjusted schedules to cover demand.
- Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
Manager
Star-lite Drive In
07.2009 - Current
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
- Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
- Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
- Identified and communicated customer needs to supply chain capacity and quality teams.
- Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
- Lead a team of 20 or more to serve up to 3500 patrons a night
Firefighter/Paramedic
Bethel Tate Fire Department
08.2004 - Current
- Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities.
- Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
- Participated in physical fitness and training programs to maintain preparedness and stamina for fire rescues.
- Monitored and responded to hazardous gas levels and smoke detectors to avoid injuries and fatalities.
- Documented emergency calls and equipment maintenance to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Collaborated with other emergency responders on scene to establish adequate fire suppression.
- Laid and connected hoses, held nozzles and directed water streams as part of fire suppression activities at active scenes.
- Maintained close contact with dispatch to receive and share information about current fires, equipment movements, and incoming personnel.
- Operated hoses, pumps, ladders and other firefighting equipment.
- Effectively supported fire suppression by setting up and maintaining water supply lines.
- Inspected alarms, hydrants, sprinkler systems and standpipe systems for operational use to minimize incidents.
- Carried out fire inspections to identify fire hazards and recommend corrective measures.
- Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
Education
ACLS - Paramedicine
Butler Tech College
Mt. Orab, OH01-2021
Associate of Arts - EMT-B
University of Cincinnati, Clermont Campus
Batavia01-2010
Skills
- Care triage
- Medical volunteer
- IV fluid replacement
- Vital sign monitoring
- Patient assessments
- Respiratory assessment
- Medication administration
- Resuscitating and stabilizing patients
- IV insertion
- Emergency medical services
- Reporting and documentation
- Field patient assessments
- Airway management
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Documentation and reporting
- Intubation
- Vital sign assessment
- Medical equipment operation
- Medical supply restocking
Certification
CPR Certified
Fire Fighter 1&2
Fire Inspector
Rope Tech
NIMS 300&400
Timeline
Full Time FF/Paramedic
Milford Community Fire Department
10.2018 - Current
Part Time Firefighter/Paramedic Lieutenant
Felicity Franklin Fire Department
02.2012 - Current
Manager
Star-lite Drive In
07.2009 - Current
Firefighter/Paramedic
Bethel Tate Fire Department
08.2004 - Current
CPR Certified
Fire Fighter 1&2
Fire Inspector
Rope Tech
NIMS 300&400
ACLS - Paramedicine
Butler Tech College
Associate of Arts - EMT-B
University of Cincinnati, Clermont Campus
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