Brent Bayliss
Katy
Summary
Fire Engineer/Paramedic with over 24 years in firefighting and 17 years in emergency medical treatment. Proven ability to lead teams in high-pressure situations, ensuring rapid patient care and safety.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fire Engineer Paramedic
City Of New Braunfels
New Braunfels, TX
11.2001 - Current
- Learned operation and maintenance of fire apparatus equipment.
- Assisted in performing routine inspections and testing of firefighting systems.
- Supported training initiatives on safety procedures for emergency response.
- Collaborated with senior engineers to troubleshoot mechanical issues.
- Familiarized with fire department protocols and standard operating procedures.
- Contributed to maintaining compliance with safety regulations and standards.
- Engaged in hands-on training sessions for operational readiness of fire apparatus.
- Increased team efficiency by training junior firefighters on the operation and maintenance of fire apparatus.
- Cleaned and inspected all equipment.
- Supported firefighting operations with timely water supply management and pump operation.
- Demonstrated sound decision-making skills under pressure, enabling successful handling of high-stress situations.
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Transferred patients safely and securely to medical facilities for continued care.
- Administered fluid replacement via IV, IO, and IM to replace fluid volumes and correct electrolyte imbalances.
- Educated patients and family members on medical treatments and therapies for informed support.
- Stayed in constant communication with patients to continuously maintain care and comfort during transportation.
- Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome.
- Performed intubations to secure airway in patients under respiratory and cardiac arrest.
- Maintained patient care, treatment and medication documentation for accurate, up-to-date clinical records.
- Transported critically ill and injured patients to nearest medical center, using advanced life support equipment as needed.
- Trained new paramedics on proper procedures and protocols to maintain best practices and promote great patient care.
- Led emergency response teams, ensuring rapid and effective patient care in high-pressure situations.
Education
No Degree - Paramedicine
University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio
San Antonio, TX05-2008
No Degree - Fire Academy
College of The Mainland
Texas City, TX05-2000
Skills
- Firefighting
- Fire suppression
- Emergency vehicle operation
- Physical fitness
- Hazardous materials handling
Firefighter 24 years
- Problem-solving abilities
- Emergency medical treatment
- Medical response
- Interpersonal skills
Paramedic 17 years
Certification
Master Firefighter
Paramedic
Fire Instructor
Fire Officer 1
Timeline
Fire Engineer Paramedic
City Of New Braunfels
11.2001 - Current
No Degree - Paramedicine
University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio
No Degree - Fire Academy
College of The Mainland