Dylan Link
Henderson,NC
Summary
I'm a quick thinking, hard working and devoted individual in the field of emergency services. I have a background of Full Time Firefighter/EMT/Engineer experience of 5 years, plus 10 years of volunteer experience as a Firefighter. I'm passionate, I hold strong organizational skills and I'm willing to take on added responsibilities and learn new things. I currently am a small business owner, I am a volunteer Captain with Watkins Volunteer Fire Department and recently completed the North Carolina Paramedic program which was a 12 month course in length. I am a team player, caring and understanding individual seeking Full Time Employment with your agency.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fire Apparatus Engineer
Vance County Fire Department
11.2021 - 05.2023
- Performed practice drills.
- Used issued firefighting and rescue equipment.
- Responded to fire alarms, motor vehicle collisions, structure fires, rescue incidents, medical emergencies and more.
- Protected the community from house and building fires.
- Cleaned and inspected all equipment.
- Prepared for work daily and maintained time management as well as a professional appearance.
- Developed fire suppression plans and systems for residential, educational and commercial buildings.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
EMT-B
Vance County EMS
05.2019 - 11.2021
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as vents, ET tubes, medication and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
- Worked 24 hour shift rotations including nights, weekends and holidays.
- Controlled wounds and injuries en-route to hospitals, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions pre-arrival.
- Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
- Attended cont. ed. courses to continue to be up to date on latest data, research and functions related to medicine.
Firefighter
Vance County Fire Department
07.2018 - 05.2019
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
- Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities.
- Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
- Stabilized and lifted patients with backboard and cot.
- Removed individuals from dangerous situations and offered emergency assistance for minor and critical concerns.
- Laid and connected hoses, held nozzles and directed water streams as part of fire suppression activities at active scenes.
- Evaluated areas after containing fires to identify and suppress hot spots.
- Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds and stations for proper order and condition on daily basis.
- Completed weekly training to stay in peak physical fitness and handle challenging tasks.
Education
High School Diploma -
South Granville High School
Creedmoor, NC05.2014
Skills
- Social Perceptiveness
- Pre-Hospital First Aid
- Emergency Medical Services
- Reading Comprehension
- Checklist Updating
- Fire Prevention Expertise
- Critical Thinking
- Medical Terminology Knowledge
- Time Management
- Safety Violations
- Building Construction Knowledge
- Active Listening
- Emergency Situations
Accomplishments
- Paramedic
- Established a successful business single handedly
- Achieved rank of Captain with Watkins Fire Department
- Good standing member of multiple fire departments
Certification
- North Carolina Paramedic
- CPR
- AMLS
- PALS
- ACLS
- PHTLS
- NC EMS-FTO
- North Carolina Firefighter
- Hazardous Materials Level I
- Emergency Vehicle Driver
- Technical Rescuer (Vehicle)
- Technical Rescuer (General/Ropes)
- North Carolina Driver Operator Pumps
- North Carolina Driver Operator Aerials
- North Carolina Class B Drivers License
- Chief 101
- ICS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, 800
- Fire Officer I
Timeline
Fire Apparatus Engineer
Vance County Fire Department
11.2021 - 05.2023
EMT-B
Vance County EMS
05.2019 - 11.2021
Firefighter
Vance County Fire Department
07.2018 - 05.2019
High School Diploma -
South Granville High School