Experienced EMS Specialist with exceptional problem-solving skills and effective communication abilities. Successfully managed high-volume workloads while training new team members, ensuring consistent service standards and scheduling education for EMS providers.
Work History
EMS Specialist
5 Years 7 Months
UPMC | 02.2021 - Current
Managed high-volume workloads, prioritizing tasks to ensure timely completion and quality results.
Trained new team members, sharing best practices and ensuring consistent service standards across the department.
Provided expert guidance in troubleshooting complex issues, leveraging extensive industry knowledge to resolve problems quickly and efficiently.
Coordinated education throughout the UPMC medical command services
Paramedic
1 Year 5 Months
Canonsburg Ambulance | 09.2019 - 02.2021
Administered emergency medical care in pre-hospital settings, ensuring patient stability and safety.
Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop and execute effective treatment plans for patients.
Trained new paramedics on protocols, equipment usage, and effective communication strategies during emergencies.
Paramedic Supervisor
13 Years 8 Months
EMS Southwest | 09.2005 - 05.2019
Implemented quality assurance measures, improving response times and patient care outcomes.
Coordinated training programs to enhance paramedic skills and service delivery.
Developed operational strategies to optimize resource allocation during emergency incidents.
Led incident debriefings to analyze team performance and identify areas for improvement.
Managed scheduling, and personnel matters for the paramedic team to maintain optimal staffing levels at all times.
Education
High School Diploma
Carmichaels Area High School | Carmichaels, PA
Honor Roll
Completed AP course in Biology and Advanced Earth Science
Skills
EMS training coordination
Critical decision-making skills
Quality assurance
Problem-solving
Continuing education
Accomplishments
Awarded "Above and Beyond" award for removal of a patient from a burning building.
Chosen to be featured in a new article on EMS Providers curing COVID by EMS service management.
Received recognition award for care of trauma patient from WVU.