Donald Schauf
Clearwater,KS
Summary
Committed Paramedic offering proven history of exercising strong judgment in high-pressure situations. Skilled in patient needs assessment and critical care. Detail-oriented and compassionate with expansive knowledge of Healthcare Education, and EMS Administration. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Lab Assistant
Wichita State University Tech
2018.03 - Current
- Provided constructive feedback on assignments, empowering students to take ownership of their learning and academic growth.
- Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
Team Captain
Sedgwick County EMS
1998.12 - Current
- Utilized knowledge of area medical facilities to choose appropriate hospital destination for patients.
- Delegated tasks and maintained structure at scene to ensure appropriate care and resources for all patients.
- Executed well-informed critical decision making in high-pressure situations.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Evaluated employee performance on quarterly basis and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
Assistant Instructor
Hutchinson Community College
2006.08 - 2019.11
- Maintained atmosphere of academic learning and advancement to facilitate learning and development of critical thinking skills.
- Assisted faculty with clerical tasks such as copying papers, collecting assignments and preparing materials for upcoming classes.
- Taught small groups of students focused on specific parts of coursework.
- Administered job knowledge assessments and competency testing for certification-level training.
EMS Director/Continued Education Manager
City Of Clearwater, Kansas
2008.01 - 2017.11
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows to meet any daily demand.
- Directed staff of up to 22 personnel and managed budget totaling $154,000 annually.
- Hired, trained and mentored staff to maximize effectiveness.
- Prepared quotes for new products and services and composed budgets.
- Provided management with feedback regarding employee performance and training needs.
- Controlled costs and optimized spending via restructuring of budgets for capital assets, inventory purchasing, and technology upgrades.
- Established and maintained positive work environment to enhance retention and productivity.
- Set and managed schedules to give proper coverage to required areas and meet customer service demands.
- Achieved or exceeded financial goals on regular basis by controlling expenses, and regulating inventory usage.
Communications Technician
Southern Kansas Telephone
1992.06 - 1996.07
- Installed and repaired network cabling, hardware and software to maximize operational efficiency.
- Ensured optimal performance of telephone systems by conducting regular testing and troubleshooting procedures.
- Collaborated with team members to complete large-scale installation projects within tight deadlines.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Performed preventive maintenance of telecommunications equipment.
Education
SCEMS Leadership Academy
Sedgwick County EMS
Wichita, KSInstructor/Coordinator Certification
Barton County Community College
Great Bend, KSEMS Service Director Course
Kansas Board of EMS
Topeka, KSParamedic Certification - Applied Health Studies
Wichita State University
Wichita, KS05.1998
Skills
- Direct Patient Care
- Data cabling installation
- Installing equipment
- Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers (BLS)
- Allied Health Instructor
- Community Outreach
- Inventory Management
- Team Leadership
- Staff training/development
- Critical Thinking
- Purchase Orders
- Continuing education
Accomplishments
- NIMS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, 800
- NASAR SAR Tech II Instructor
- Wilderness EMT Instructor
- AHA CPR Instructor
Timeline
Lab Assistant
Wichita State University Tech
2018.03 - Current
EMS Director/Continued Education Manager
City Of Clearwater, Kansas
2008.01 - 2017.11
Assistant Instructor
Hutchinson Community College
2006.08 - 2019.11
Team Captain
Sedgwick County EMS
1998.12 - Current
Communications Technician
Southern Kansas Telephone
1992.06 - 1996.07
SCEMS Leadership Academy
Sedgwick County EMS
Instructor/Coordinator Certification
Barton County Community College
EMS Service Director Course
Kansas Board of EMS
Paramedic Certification - Applied Health Studies
Wichita State University
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