Assessed and treated patients with medical emergencies such as cardiac arrest, shock, trauma, respiratory distress and intoxication.
Responded to emergency calls quickly and safely while utilizing appropriate driving techniques.
Maintained proficiency in advanced life support skills through continuing education classes and workshops.
Communicated effectively with other healthcare professionals regarding patient condition and treatment plans.
Provided pre-hospital care to those in need within the community, including administering medications, providing wound care and performing intubations.
EMS Instructor
Amserv Ltd Dusan Community Ambulance
Du Bois, PA
06.2005 - Current
Developed and implemented EMS training programs.
Prepared and presented lectures, demonstrations, and practical exercises to students in the classroom setting.
Conducted skills assessments of student performance during lab activities.
Provided feedback to students regarding their progress in meeting course objectives.
Maintained records of student attendance, grades, and other relevant data.
Evaluated student competency through written examinations and hands-on evaluations.
AHA Instructor
Amserv Ltd Dusan Community Ambulance
Du Bois, PA
01.2003 - Current
Certified Instructor in the realms of Heartsaver, BLS, ACLS and PALS
Director of Compliance
Amserv Ltd Dusan Community Ambulance
DuBois, PA
07.1996 - Current
Identified and evaluated compliance risks associated with operations, policies, procedures and regulations.
Developed and implemented strategies to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Assessed potential regulatory changes to determine their impact on the organization's current practices.
Conducted periodic reviews of existing processes for effectiveness, accuracy and completeness in meeting regulatory requirements.
Ensured company's adherence to all relevant federal, state and local laws as well as industry standards.
Developed training materials for employees regarding legal requirements related to job duties.
Oversaw day-to-day operations of the education department, including staff supervision and training.
Ensured compliance with all federal, state and local laws related to educational programs.
Emergency Medical Technician
Amserv Ltd Dusan Community Ambulance
Du Bois, PA
07.1996 - 07.2005
Assisted in providing medical care to patients with life-threatening conditions and injuries.
Performed basic life support procedures such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation and automated external defibrillation.
Responded quickly to emergency calls, assessed the situation and provided appropriate treatment for illnesses or injuries.
Maintained patient vital signs, including blood pressure, respiration rate, pulse rate, temperature, oxygen saturation level and pain levels.
Provided on-scene treatments such as administering oxygen therapy and splinting fractures.
Communicated effectively with physicians and hospital personnel regarding patient's condition during transport process.