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Carl Garms

EMT Advanced
Buna,TX

Summary

Fast-thinking Emergency Medical Technician with 34 years of experience. Known for efficiency and accuracy in stressful situations with excellent decision-making skills and attention to detail. Dedicated to comprehensive and compassionate patient care.

Desire to seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience

Work History

Advanced EMT

Acadian Ambulance
Beaumont, TX
07.2009 - Current
  • 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.
  • Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
  • Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
  • Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
  • Collaborated with medical professionals to communicate patient needs with accuracy and speed using hospital and medical codes.
  • Controlled wounds and injuries en-route to hospitals, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions pre-arrival.
  • Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
  • Trained EMTs in basic life support skills, oxygen therapy, and wound care.
  • Utilized oxygen tanks, EKG and IVs to perform various medical procedures.
  • Administered treatments in emergent and non-emergent situations with accuracy, safety and speed.
  • Provided education to familiarize patients with medical treatments and self-care.
  • Maintained accurate patient records and documentation of treatments to enable tracking history and safeguard information.
  • Administered emergency medication to patients, quickly responding to changes in conditions and medication reactions.
  • Evaluated patient histories to assess and prioritize levels of care.
  • Trained new EMTs on proper protocols and procedures.
  • Conducted patient intake and triage procedures.
  • Handled patient transfers from one medical facility to another.
  • Administered CPR, oxygen and other life-saving medical treatments.
  • Coordinated with treatment center personnel to obtain patients' vital statistics and medical history.
  • Utilized communication devices to maintain contact with supervisors and dispatch personnel
  • Assessed medical conditions of patients in pre-hospital settings.
  • Delivered emotional support to patients and families.
  • Transported patients to medical facilities and provided transportation to follow-up appointments.
  • Provided patient families with post-medical care instructions.
  • Followed all safety protocols and took necessary precautions while providing care.
  • Assessed nature and extent of illness or injury to establish and prioritize medical procedures.
  • Immobilized patient for placement on stretcher and ambulance transport.
  • Responded to 911 calls for medical emergencies.
  • Observed patient behavior to report changes to medical personnel.
  • Dispensed medications and monitored patient reactions.
  • Assisted with lifting and moving patients.
  • Collaborated with medical doctors and other healthcare professionals.

Firefighter/Advanced EMT

Buna Fire Dept
Buna, TX
01.2006 - Current
  • Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
  • Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
  • Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
  • Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities.
  • Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
  • Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
  • Documented emergency calls and equipment maintenance to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
  • Collaborated with other emergency responders on scene to establish adequate fire suppression.
  • Trained new firefighters to comply with safety protocols and equipment usage.
  • Monitored and responded to hazardous gas levels and smoke detectors to avoid injuries and fatalities.
  • Participated in physical fitness and training programs to maintain preparedness and stamina for fire rescues.
  • Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
  • Developed and implemented fire safety plans to increase preparedness and rapid response.
  • Participated in community outreach programs to raise awareness of fire prevention and safety measures.
  • Assisted in prevention of fires through public education programs.
  • Responded to emergency calls and provided medical assistance to injured individuals.
  • Operated hoses, pumps, ladders and other firefighting equipment.
  • Effectively supported fire suppression by setting up and maintaining water supply lines.
  • Provided station tours, pre-incident surveys and installed smoke detectors to provide fire education to public.
  • Completed training to stay in peak physical fitness and handle challenging tasks.
  • Diagnosed and located hazardous materials and other sources of fires.
  • Maintained close contact with dispatch to receive and share information about current fires, equipment movements, and incoming personnel.

Phlebotomist/Lab Assistant

Univesity Of Texas Medical Branch
Beaumont, Texas
08.2007 - 10.2009
  • Organized daily work based on collection priority.
  • Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
  • Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
  • Reviewed patient records for accuracy and completeness.
  • Conducted venipuncture and other CT procedures.
  • Assembled tourniquets, needles, and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
  • Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
  • Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
  • Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
  • Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
  • Participated in continuing education programs to stay up to date on new technologies and procedures.
  • Established and maintained positive working relationships with patients, staff and clinical personnel to build trust and camaraderie.
  • Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe, or butterfly venipuncture methods.
  • Reviewed and processed requisitions for laboratory tests.
  • Monitored supply levels and placed orders for laboratory supplies.
  • Verified proper storage and transportation of specimens to laboratories.
  • Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
  • Verified patients' identification for proper sample collection.
  • Adhered to HIPAA standards and maintained patient confidentiality in all interactions.
  • Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear, or anxiety and optimize cooperation.
  • Collected blood samples in accordance with laboratory protocols and regulations.
  • Performed laboratory tests to assist physicians in diagnosis.
  • Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal, and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.

Hospital Corpsman

US Navy
Multiple, TX
06.1987 - 06.2007
  • Rendered emergency medical treatment and administered immunization programs.
  • Provided leadership, delegation, and exceptional medical service in high-pressure situations.
  • Provided emergency medical care and conducted physical exams and interviews to gain medical history and relevant health data.
  • Administered medications through injections and IVs in compliance with physician orders.
  • Monitored vital signs and documented temperature, pulse and blood pressure to assess patient condition.
  • Maintained operational organization by ensuring equipment functionality, inventory levels and employee medical training.
  • Updated medical records in EMR system and double-checked data for accuracy.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and their families.
  • Contributed to medical evacuations and transport of patients to other medical facilities.
  • Performed basic laboratory tests and collected specimens for further analysis.
  • Utilized medical instruments to perform minor surgeries and other procedures.
  • Assisted in medical examinations, treatments and procedures for diverse conditions and patient populations.
  • Educated patients and families about health conditions and treatments.
  • Provided patient families with post-medical care instructions.
  • Assessed medical conditions of patients in pre-hospital settings.
  • Followed all safety protocols and took necessary precautions while providing care.
  • Observed patient behavior to report changes to medical personnel.
  • Collaborated with medical doctors and other healthcare professionals.
  • Conducted patient intake and triage procedures.
  • Utilized communication devices to maintain contact with supervisors.
  • Performed medical tests and collected samples for laboratory analysis.
  • Handled patient transfers from one medical facility to another.
  • Immobilized patient for placement on stretcher and ambulance transport.
  • Administered CPR, oxygen and other life-saving medical treatments.
  • Assessed nature and extent of illness or injury to establish and prioritize medical procedures.
  • Responded to 911 calls for medical emergencies.
  • Dispensed medications and monitored patient reactions.
  • Delivered emotional support to patients and families.

Education

High School Diploma -

J L McClellan High School
Little Rock, AR
05.1987 - 05.1987

No Degree - EMT Advanced

Lamar State College - Orange
Orange, TX
05.2001 -

No Degree - Fire Sciences

Texas A&M University
College Station, TX
05.2001 -

Skills

EMR / EHR

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Also enjoy wildland hiking

Enjoy maintaining a closeness with nature to ensure personal grounding

Timeline

Advanced EMT

Acadian Ambulance
07.2009 - Current

Phlebotomist/Lab Assistant

Univesity Of Texas Medical Branch
08.2007 - 10.2009

Firefighter/Advanced EMT

Buna Fire Dept
01.2006 - Current

No Degree - EMT Advanced

Lamar State College - Orange
05.2001 -

No Degree - Fire Sciences

Texas A&M University
05.2001 -

Hospital Corpsman

US Navy
06.1987 - 06.2007

High School Diploma -

J L McClellan High School
05.1987 - 05.1987

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