Benjamin Bonathan
Swartz Creek
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented healthcare professional with over 15 years of diverse experience in management, education, and emergency medical services. Strong commitment to upholding clinical guidelines and best practices, complemented by expertise in evaluating clinical data, conducting thorough patient assessments, and developing comprehensive care plans that drive successful outcomes. Recognized as a dependable leader with exceptional organizational, communication, and relationship management skills, thriving in high-pressure environments while prioritizing teamwork and effective communication. Proficient in advanced life support and emergency response protocols, consistently demonstrating adaptability and reliability to meet the evolving needs of the healthcare landscape. Excels in curriculum development and student engagement within educational settings.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
AHA Instructor
Michigan Emergency Training Institute
Novi, MI
06.2024 - Current
- Developed and delivered training programs for emergency response personnel.
- Evaluated student performance and provided constructive feedback to enhance learning outcomes.
- Implemented new instructional methods to improve engagement in emergency management courses.
- Facilitated practical exercises simulating real-life emergency scenarios for students.
Paramedic
Medstar Ambulance
Flint, MI
02.2023 - Current
- Administered advanced life support techniques in high-pressure emergency situations.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure seamless patient handoffs and continuity of care.
- Managed inventory and maintenance of medical equipment for optimal operational readiness.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans and follow-up care procedures.
- Trained junior paramedics on protocol adherence and emergency response strategies.
- Conducted thorough assessments to determine appropriate medical interventions in critical scenarios.
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
Emergency medical technician
Medstar Ambulance
Lapeer, Michigan
02.2023 - 08.2024
- Observe, record, and report to physician the patient's condition or injury, the treatment provided, and reactions to drugs or treatment.
- Decontaminate ambulance interior following treatment of patient with infectious disease and report case to proper authorities.
- Communicate with dispatchers or treatment center personnel to provide information about situation, to arrange reception of victims, or to receive instructions for further treatment.
- Assess nature and extent of illness or injury to establish and prioritize medical procedures.
- Administer first aid treatment or life support care to sick or injured persons in prehospital settings.
- Operate equipment, such as electrocardiograms (EKGs), external defibrillators, or bag valve mask resuscitators, in advanced life support environments.
Emt-B
Mobile medical response
Clio, Michigan
06.2016 - 02.2023
- Maintain vehicles and medical and communication equipment and replenish first aid equipment and supplies.
- Attend training classes to maintain certification licensure, keep abreast of new developments in the field, or maintain existing knowledge.
- Drive mobile intensive care unit to specified location, following instructions from emergency medical dispatcher.
- Operate equipment, such as electrocardiograms (EKGs), external defibrillators, or bag valve mask resuscitators, in advanced life support environments.
- Observe, record, and report to physician the patient's condition or injury, the treatment provided, and reactions to drugs or treatment.
- Administer first aid treatment or life support care to sick or injured persons in prehospital settings.
Combat Medic
United States Army
04.2009 - 04.2019
- Participate in carrier management processes, such as selection, qualification, or performance evaluation.
- N.C.O.I.C. medical support for medical unit with 100 junior enlisted under command.
- NCO in charge of aid station
- Monitor the use of diagnostic services, inpatient beds, facilities, and staff to ensure effective use of resources and assess the need for additional staff, equipment, and services.
- Prepare activity reports to inform management of the status and implementation plans of programs, services, and quality initiatives.
- Develop instructional materials and conduct in-service and military-based educational programs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Aviation
Liberty University
Lynchburg, Virginia04.2026
High School Diploma - Highschool
Carman Ainsworth
Flint, Michigan06.2004
Skills
- Supply manager Experienced
- BLS Expert
- Tactical Combat Care Expert
- Advanced life support
- Critical decision-making skills
- Direct patient care
- Documentation and reporting
- Pediatric advanced life support
- Emergency response
- Medication administration
- Behavioral emergency intervention
- Treatment Planning
Timeline
AHA Instructor
Michigan Emergency Training Institute
06.2024 - Current
Paramedic
Medstar Ambulance
02.2023 - Current
Emergency medical technician
Medstar Ambulance
02.2023 - 08.2024
Emt-B
Mobile medical response
06.2016 - 02.2023
Combat Medic
United States Army
04.2009 - 04.2019
High School Diploma - Highschool
Carman Ainsworth
Bachelor of Science - Aviation
Liberty University