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Anthony Stephens

Pelzer

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven professional with experience as a Deputy Coroner at the Office of the Greenville County Coroner. Proficient in conducting thorough investigations and enhancing investigative procedures through collaboration with law enforcement. Proven ability to build strong community relationships and deliver impactful educational initiatives, ensuring timely and accurate case resolutions.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Deputy Coroner

Office of the Greenville County Coroner
08.2023 - Current
  • Adhered strictly to safety protocols while working with hazardous materials or infectious diseases, minimizing risks for all involved parties.
  • Maintaining efficiency in office operations by streamlining documentation processes and implementing organized reports that are complete and timely
  • Conducted thorough investigations in an effort to determine cause and manner of death, contributing to accurate case resolutions.
  • Provided expert testimony in court cases when required, presenting clear explanations of complex medical findings for legal proceedings and next of kin updates

Paramedic/Shift Commander

Greenville County Emergency Medical Services
11.1998 - 08.2023
  • Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
  • Delivered compassionate care to patients with a variety of medical emergencies, including cardiac arrests, traumas, strokes, and respiratory distress.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments, treatments, and interventions and guiding others with same.
  • Worked en-route to hospital to prepare patients for arrival or surgery and control wounds.
  • Actively engaged in the delivery of a myriad of Medical Related education topics.
  • Provided direct oversite to employees, to include development strategies and evaluations. Development of individualized Employee Improvement Plans as needed.
  • Short and long-term organizational planning.

Senior Paramedic

Spartanburg County Emergency Medical Services
07.1998 - 11.2001
  • Mentored junior paramedics, sharing clinical knowledge and best practices to ensure their professional growth and development.
  • Reduced on-scene time by optimizing patient extrication methods and equipment usage.
  • Led paramedic team during complex medical emergencies, providing clear direction and ensuring effective teamwork for successful outcomes.
  • Improved response times by streamlining communication processes with emergency dispatchers and hospital staff.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of South Carolina
Columbia, SC
12-2016

Associate of Science - Nursing

Trident Technical College
Anderson, SC
04-2012

No Degree - Paramedicine

Greenville Technical College
Greenville, SC
05-1998

Skills

  • Established strong relationships with community partners, such as funeral homes and hospitals, ensuring timely transfer of decedents' remains
  • Contributed to public health initiatives by analyzing outcome rulings regarding mortality and presenting findings to pertinent relatives for healthcare follow up
  • Provided educational information regarding prevention as related to mortality and morbidity
  • Enhancement of investigative procedures by incorporating past medical experience and collaborations with interagency partners

Timeline

Deputy Coroner

Office of the Greenville County Coroner
08.2023 - Current

Paramedic/Shift Commander

Greenville County Emergency Medical Services
11.1998 - 08.2023

Senior Paramedic

Spartanburg County Emergency Medical Services
07.1998 - 11.2001

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of South Carolina

Associate of Science - Nursing

Trident Technical College

No Degree - Paramedicine

Greenville Technical College

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