David Terrell
Chesterfield,MO
Summary
Attentive professional excited to bring expertise in patient care to growing hospital. Highly accomplished in quickly building rapport with patients, performing assessments and using clinical knowledge and skills to treat patients. Committed to working as part of larger team to deliver high-quality care to diverse patient populations.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
Emergency Services Technician
Depaul Hospital ED (SSM Health System)
St Louis, Missouri
04.2026 - Current
- Executed CPR techniques and performed airway clearing procedures during medical emergencies to stabilize patients.
- Assisted emergency department nurses with patient care tasks to enhance overall patient support in a busy SSM Health setting.
- Measured vital signs and reported changes to clinical staff.
- Completed EKGs and prepared patients for diagnostic testing.
- Restocked emergency supplies and ensured cleanliness of patient care areas to maintain a safe environment.
Medical Assistant
Everside/Marathon Health
St Louis, MO
11.2023 - 04.2025
- Roomed patients, recorded vital signs and medical histories, and assisted with phlebotomy and EKGs to ensure accurate patient assessment.
- Obtained vital signs and documented patient information in electronic health records
- Supported clinical operations by assisting with various patient care tasks. for a primary care group that services labor union members as part of their benefit package in a concierge setting.
- Assisted patients in onsite primary care clinics at Everside/Marathon Health
- Prepared exam rooms and maintained clean clinical supplies
Medical Assistant
Mercy (Actalent Staffing Agency)
St Louis, MO
03.2023 - 10.2023
- Assisted oncology team by conducting medical tasks to enhance patient care.
- Roomed patients, recorded vitals and medical histories, administered injections, managed phone inquiries, and entered data into EMR systems.
- Roomed patients and collected vital signs in Everside and Marathon Health clinics.
- Prepared exam rooms and sterilized equipment for provider visits.
- Assisted clinicians with injections, EKGs, and in-office procedures.
Medical Assistant
Mercy Go Health Urgent Care (Actalent Staffing Age
Ellisville, MO
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Assisted with general medical tasks in an urgent care setting.
- Checked patients in and out, roomed patients, recorded medical histories, assisted MD in procedures, performed EKGs, conducted phlebotomy, splinted and temp casted, administered injections, and conducted point-of-care testing.
- Roomed patients and collected vital signs in employer health center settings.
- Assisted providers with examinations, procedures, and treatment room preparation.
Medical Assistant
St Lukes Heart Care Specialists St Lukes Health Ca
Creve Coeur, Missouri
04.2021 - 09.2022
- Conducted EKGs, applied holter monitors, and assisted with chemical and treadmill stress testing to support accurate diagnostic evaluations; entered patient data into EMR systems for streamlined recordkeeping.
- Assisted providers with exams, procedures, and onsite primary care support.
- Documented patient information in electronic health records and clinic charts.
Medical Assistant
Mens Clinic Center
Saint Peters, MO
05.2020 - 04.2021
- Supported general medical tasks at concierge clinic specializing in men's health issues, including low testosterone and ED.
- Scheduled patient appointments, managed phone communications, entered data into EMR systems, ordered clinic supplies, performed rooming and vital checks, conducted phlebotomy, administered injections, performed POC testing, assisted MD in procedures.
- Assisted patients in Everside and Marathon Health onsite clinics.
- Recorded vital signs and updated medical charts.
Emergency Room Technician
St Louis University Hospital (Tenent Health)
St Louis, MO
08.2009 - 04.2012
- Executed triage, roomed patients, measured vitals, conducted cardiac monitoring and EKGs, assisted with mental health tasks, and provided CPR during codes and trauma situations to ensure timely patient care. Assisted physician with procedures, including splinting, temporary casting, and ensured cleanliness and organization of treatment rooms to maintain a safe environment. Coordinated patient transport to treatment areas, facilitating efficient flow of care.
- Collected vital signs and reported changes to ER clinical staff.
- Performed EKG testing for patients in fast-paced emergency rooms.
Emergency Room Technician
St Johns Trauma Center
Creve Coeur, MO
05.2005 - 08.2009
- Conducted triage, rooming, and vital checks to prioritize patient care; performed cardiac monitoring and EKGs; provided mental health assistance; administered CPR during codes and trauma situations; assisted MD in procedures; delivered burn care; maintained cleanliness and stocked supplies to ensure efficient operations; transported patients; applied splints and temporary casts.
- Performed EKGs and prepared patients for emergency treatment.
- Collected vital signs and reported changes to Tenet Health clinical staff.
EMT
Abbott Ambulance
St Louis, MO
09.2002 - 05.2005
- Delivered emergency care and transported patients on BLS and ALS ambulances to hospitals in St Louis city and county, ensuring accurate documentation and effective communication.
- Assessed patients and delivered emergency care during Abbott Ambulance transports.
- Monitored vital signs and documented findings in patient care reports.
- Operated ambulance equipment and maintained ready medical supplies.
Fleet Marine Force Hospital Corpsman
US Navy
Great Lakes, Illinois
02.1986 - 05.2002
- Coordinated nursing and emergency care for active and reserve Marine and Naval units, enhancing team effectiveness in critical situations.
- Delivered field medical care alongside Fleet Marine Force units for US Navy missions.
- Administered emergency treatment for trauma, wounds, and combat-related injuries.
- Provided medical care to Marines and Sailors aboard ship and ashore.
- Maintained medical supplies, equipment, and readiness for shipboard and field operations.
- Conducted sick call screenings and documented patient symptoms in medical records.
- Assisted physicians and nurses during exams, procedures, and patient evaluations.
- Maintained accurate immunization records to support readiness and health of Marines and Sailors. according to Department of Defense standards.
Education
Diploma of Completion - EMT and Paramedical Science
IHM Health Studies
St Louis, MO08-2004
Certificate Of Completion - Clinical Assisting
Naval Clinical Assistant School
Camp Lejeune, NC07-1988
Certificate of Completion - (Military EMT)
Field Medical Service School
Camp Lejeune NC10-1986
Certificate of Completion - Nursing/Emergency Medicine
Naval School Of Health Sciences
Great Lakes, IL07-1986
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- EKG acquisition
- Cardiac monitoring
- Phlebotomy collection
- Emergency airway care
- Patient assessment
- Medical record charting
- Clinical supply restocking
- Procedure room setup
- Patient transport
- Disaster preparedness
- Clinical judgment
- Geriatric emergency care
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Intravenous therapy
- Oxygen therapy
- Fracture stabilization
- ER support
- Taking and tracking vital signs
- Psychological first aid
- EMT
Timeline
Emergency Services Technician
Depaul Hospital ED (SSM Health System)
04.2026 - Current
Medical Assistant
Everside/Marathon Health
11.2023 - 04.2025
Medical Assistant
Mercy (Actalent Staffing Agency)
03.2023 - 10.2023
Medical Assistant
Mercy Go Health Urgent Care (Actalent Staffing Age
09.2022 - 12.2022
Medical Assistant
St Lukes Heart Care Specialists St Lukes Health Ca
04.2021 - 09.2022
Medical Assistant
Mens Clinic Center
05.2020 - 04.2021
Emergency Room Technician
St Louis University Hospital (Tenent Health)
08.2009 - 04.2012
Emergency Room Technician
St Johns Trauma Center
05.2005 - 08.2009
EMT
Abbott Ambulance
09.2002 - 05.2005
Fleet Marine Force Hospital Corpsman
US Navy
02.1986 - 05.2002
Diploma of Completion - EMT and Paramedical Science
IHM Health Studies
Certificate Of Completion - Clinical Assisting
Naval Clinical Assistant School
Certificate of Completion - (Military EMT)
Field Medical Service School
Certificate of Completion - Nursing/Emergency Medicine
Naval School Of Health Sciences