Ashley Wilhoit
New Orleans,LA
Summary
Certified, entry-level Emergency Medical Technician with educational background adept at learning processes associated with assessing emergencies and delivering exceptional problem-solving and decision-making processes. Highly-skilled emergency services professional calmly and quickly assesses medical situations.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher Assistant
Greeveville City Schools
08.2023 - Current
- Enhanced student understanding by adapting instructional techniques to meet individual needs and learning styles.
- Improved student behavior and engagement in the classroom through consistent enforcement of rules and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Assisted students with physical disabilities, ensuring their safety and comfort during daily activities.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction accordingly to maximize academic achievement.
- Provided one-on-one support for students struggling with specific concepts or tasks, resulting in improved comprehension and performance.
- Developed creative lesson plans tailored specifically for diverse learners within the classroom setting.
- Maintained detailed records of student progress, attendance, behaviors, and IEP goals for effective communication with all stakeholders involved in the educational process.
Vet Assistant
Duckworth Animal Hospital
02.2019 - 06.2023
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices.
Advanced EMT
Greene County EMS
06.2013 - 11.2018
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Communicated with patients about pain, comfort and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
- Controlled wounds and injuries en-route to hospitals, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions pre-arrival.
- Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as vents, ET tubes, medication and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
Vet Assistance
Duckworth Animal Hospital
02.2011 - 06.2013
Education
Associate of Arts - Teaching
Walter State Community College
Greeneville, TNParamedic - Emergency Medical Technology
Northeast Community College
Kingsport, TN08.2019
Advanced EMT - Emergency Medical Technology
Walter State Community College
Greeneville, TN05.2013
Skills
- Field Patient Assessments
- Vital Sign Assessment
- First Aid
- Scene Assessments
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- Medical Assistance
- Patient Immobilization
- Medication Administration
- Emergency Patient Triage
- Orthopedic Splint Systems
- Veterinary Medicine
- Subcutaneous Injections
- Medical Charting
Certification
- AEMT - Advanced Emergency Medical Technician
Timeline
Special Education Teacher Assistant
Greeveville City Schools
08.2023 - Current
Vet Assistant
Duckworth Animal Hospital
02.2019 - 06.2023
Advanced EMT
Greene County EMS
06.2013 - 11.2018
Vet Assistance
Duckworth Animal Hospital
02.2011 - 06.2013
Associate of Arts - Teaching
Walter State Community College
Paramedic - Emergency Medical Technology
Northeast Community College
Advanced EMT - Emergency Medical Technology
Walter State Community College