Elbert Pirtle
Tampa,FL
Summary
Dedicated firefighter paramedic with extensive experience in fire suppression, emergency medical services, and patient care documentation. Committed to delivering life-saving interventions and training junior firefighters to uphold safety standards.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Firefighter Paramedic
Temple Terrace Fire Department
Temple Terrace, FL
09.2002 - Current
- Responded to emergency calls, providing critical support during fire suppression and rescue operations.
- Operated fire apparatus and equipment, ensuring optimal functionality and safety during incidents.
- Trained junior firefighters on operational procedures, fostering skill development and adherence to safety protocols.
- Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, administering CPR and first aid as needed.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
Emergency Room Paramedic
HCA Brandon Hospital
Brandon, FL
09.2006 - 11.2019
- Administered advanced life support and emergency care to patients in critical conditions.
- Monitored vital signs and provided real-time data for informed decision-making during emergencies.
- Boosted team efficiency through regular participation in training programs and continued education courses.
- Safeguarded patients'' well-being by adeptly administering appropriate medications and interventions.
- Sustained a calm demeanor amidst chaotic environments, instilling confidence in both patients and colleagues alike.
- Enriched overall team performance via effective mentoring of new hires as they acclimated to the demands of emergency room settings.
Flight Paramedic
Life Net Air Medical Services
Wildwood, FL
03.2006 - 08.2007
- Administer advanced life support and critical care interventions in emergency situations.
- Operate and maintain medical equipment, ensuring readiness for flight missions.
- Conduct safety checks on aircraft, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards for air medical services.
- Demonstrated professionalism under pressure in challenging situations, maintaining focus on the wellbeing of patients and the safety of the flight crew.
- Communicated pertinent patient information and status to hospital staff upon arrival.
Lab Instructor
Hillsborough Community College - Dale Mabry Campus
Tampa, FL
02.2003 - 01.2005
- Mentored students in proper lab techniques, fostering a safe and productive learning environment.
- Demonstrated skills and safety procedures to students during laboratory sessions.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments, providing constructive feedback to improve academic outcomes.
- Organized supplies, maintained equipment and prepared laboratory environments for student learning.
Education
Firefighting Certification - Fire Science
Hillsborough Community College
Tampa, FLParamedic Certification - Emergency Medicine
Pasco-Hernando State College
New Port Richey, FL2001
Skills
- Structural firefighting
- Fire suppression
- Fire containment
- Fire apparatus operation
- Fire hydrant operation
- Fire suppression tools operations
- Public safety and security
- Medical services administration
- Medical equipment usage
- Medication administration
- Patient care documentation
- Advanced pre-hospital emergency care
Certification
- EVOC - Emergency Vehicle Operators Course
- BLS, ACLS, PALS
- Fire Inspector 1 and 2
- State Pump Operator
Timeline
Emergency Room Paramedic
HCA Brandon Hospital
09.2006 - 11.2019
Flight Paramedic
Life Net Air Medical Services
03.2006 - 08.2007
Lab Instructor
Hillsborough Community College - Dale Mabry Campus
02.2003 - 01.2005
Firefighter Paramedic
Temple Terrace Fire Department
09.2002 - Current
Firefighting Certification - Fire Science
Hillsborough Community College
Paramedic Certification - Emergency Medicine
Pasco-Hernando State College