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Ashley McFalls
Gastonia,NC
Summary
Compassionate Emergency Medical Technician experienced in delivering high-quality patient care in fast-paced environments. Improved patient outcomes through effective communication and teamwork during emergency situations. Focused on continuous professional development and committed to providing exceptional emergency services.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Emergency Medical Technician
Gaston County EMS
Gastonia, NC
09.2008 - 03.2026
- Responded quickly to emergency calls, providing critical patient care in high-pressure situations.
- Transported patients to medical facilities, ensuring safety while closely monitoring conditions.
- Administered basic life support techniques, including CPR and oxygen therapy, as needed.
- Maintained equipment readiness through regular checks and thorough cleaning protocols.
- Documented patient information accurately for continuity of care and legal compliance.
- Participated in continuous training sessions to stay updated on emergency medical practices.
- Maintained patient vital signs, including blood pressure, respiration rate, pulse rate, temperature, oxygen saturation level and pain levels.
- Responded quickly to emergency calls, assessed the situation and provided appropriate treatment for illnesses or injuries.
- Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
- Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
- Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
- Transported patients to hospitals or other healthcare facilities using ambulances or other vehicles.
- Conducted equipment inspections and vehicle checks in adherence with required maintenance schedules.
- Participated in continuing education courses to maintain certification requirements.
- Ensured that ambulance was stocked properly with necessary supplies prior to responding to calls.
- Operated specialized medical equipment such as ventilators, cardiac monitors and suction devices.
- Trained new hires by offering insight into job duties and assessing shift performance.
- Communicated with dispatchers and hospital personnel to arrange logistics for patient transport.
- Performed thorough cleaning and sanitizing of ambulance and equipment between patient calls. ambulance and supplies between calls.
- Suctioned airways to clear obstructions and help patients breathe.
Emergency Medical Technician
Gaston Life Saving
Gastonia, North Carolina
03.2007 - 06.2014
- Assisted in transporting patients safely to medical facilities while monitoring their conditions.
- Participated in continuous training sessions to stay updated on emergency medical practices.
- Maintained patient vital signs, including blood pressure, respiration rate, pulse rate, temperature, oxygen saturation level and pain levels.
- Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
- Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
- Transported patients to hospitals or other healthcare facilities using ambulances or other vehicles.
- Participated in continuing education courses to maintain certification requirements.
- Ensured that ambulance was stocked properly with necessary supplies prior to responding to calls.
- Operated specialized medical equipment such as ventilators, cardiac monitors and suction devices.
- Communicated with dispatchers and hospital personnel to arrange logistics for patient transport.
- Observed infection control measures when treating multiple patients within a given timeframe.
- Assessed scene upon arrival for possible hazards or dangerous situations.
- Cleaned and sanitized ambulance and supplies between calls.
- Collaborated with medical personnel to quickly treat and transport patients.
- Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
- Trained EMTs in basic life support skills, oxygen therapy, and wound care.
- Administered emergency medication to patients, quickly responding to changes in conditions and medication reactions.
- Utilized oxygen tanks, EKG and IVs to perform various medical procedures.
- Evaluated patient histories to assess and prioritize levels of care.
- Dispensed medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Utilized communication devices to maintain contact with supervisors.
- Administered CPR, oxygen and other life-saving medical treatments.
- Educated public on emergency medical services.
- Trained new EMTs on proper protocols and procedures.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Emergency Medicine
Gaston College
Dallas, NCSkills
- Basic life support
- Patient assessment
- Emergency vehicle operation
- Equipment operation
- Infection control
- Patient transport
- Critical incident management
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Accurate documentation
- Response planning
- Emotional support provision
- Staff training
- Facilitating communication
- Crisis management
- Ongoing education
- Time management
- Records management
- Spinal immobilization
- Physical stamina
- Safe driving
- Medical equipment use
- Airway management
- Indirect patient care
- CPR and first aid
- Vehicle operation
- Multitasking and organization
- CPR
- Compassion
- Pre-hospital care
- Patient transport
- Environmental emergencies
- Trauma care
- Patient condition reporting
- Poisoning response
- Patient triage
- Triaging
- IV fluid replacement
- Documentation
- Defibrillation
- Problem-solving
- Patient care
- Patient triage
- Disease transmission prevention
- Pediatric advanced life support
- Diabetic emergencies
- Critical thinking
- Emergency vehicle maintenance
- EMR / EHR
- Bleeding control
- Splinting and bandaging
- Emergency response
- Clear communication
- Burn treatment
- Behavioral emergencies
- Data acquisition
- Condition assessment
- Empathy and compassion
- Intravenous therapy
- Accident management
- Oxygen administration
- Advanced support
- Field assessments
- Stroke management
- Scene assessments
- Calm under pressure
- Medical terminology
- Seizure care
- Body removal
- Cardiac monitoring
- Resuscitation
- Team collaboration
- Supply restocking
- Allergic reactions
- Vital sign assessment
- IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Emergency management
- Medical volunteer
- Fracture care
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Full TimePart TimeLocation Preference
HybridOn-SiteRemoteLocation: Gastonia, NC
Open to relocation: Yes
Minimum Desired Compensation
$40000/hrTimeline
Emergency Medical Technician
Gaston County EMS
09.2008 - 03.2026
Emergency Medical Technician
Gaston Life Saving
03.2007 - 06.2014
Some College (No Degree) - Emergency Medicine
Gaston College