ELIZABETH LOPEZ
Fort Myers,FL
Summary
Clinically experienced paramedic with nearly a decade of high-acuity healthcare experience across fire, municipal, and private EMS environments. Proven ability to build relationships with healthcare professionals, deliver clinical education, present complex medical information, and coordinate multidisciplinary teams. Experience supporting the launch of new ALS and single-role paramedic services, mentoring clinicians, and solving time-sensitive clinical problems. Brings strong clinical credibility, consultative communication, adaptability, and a relationship-driven approach to medical device sales.
Overview
1
1
Certification
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Paramedic
FIRESTONE FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT
Frederick, CO
05.2023 - 08.2026
- Facilitated launch and implementation of single-role paramedic service for Frederick and Firestone, enhancing emergency response capabilities.
- Collaborate with EMS, fire, law enforcement, and healthcare personnel in high-pressure, time-sensitive environments.
- Communicate complex clinical information clearly to providers with varying levels of experience and adapt instruction to individual learning needs.
- Communicated complex clinical information effectively to diverse providers, tailoring instruction to meet individual learning needs.
- Collaborated with EMS, fire, law enforcement, and healthcare personnel in high-pressure environments to ensure coordinated and efficient emergency responses.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless patient care during transport.
Paramedic
PLATTEVILLE-GILCREST FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT
Platteville, CO
02.2019 - 05.2023
- Contributed to establishment and development of ALS service for Platteville and Gilcrest, enhancing emergency response capabilities.
- Facilitated clinical education through presentations, hands-on skills training, and scenario-based instruction, improving team competencies.
- Provided field mentorship and supported clinical competency development among EMS personnel.
- Delivered continuing clinical education through presentations, hands-on skills training, and scenario-based instruction.
- Coordinated with EMS, police, fire, dispatch, and healthcare teams to ensure seamless continuity of care for patients.
Paramedic
PLATTE VALLEY AMBULANCE SERVICE
Brighton, CO
08.2016 - 01.2019
- Acted as the highest medical authority in the prehospital setting under medical director oversight.
- Assessed complex medical and traumatic conditions, developed treatment plans, and communicated clinical findings to physicians and receiving teams.
- Coordinated with dispatch, treatment centers, EMS, fire, and law enforcement to ensure timely and effective patient care.
- Operated advanced medical equipment while maintaining composure and clear communication in high-pressure environments.
Paramedic
APEX PARAMEDICS
Arvada, CO
11.2015 - 01.2017
- Provided advanced life support and emergency medical care in high-acuity prehospital environments.
- Operated EKGs, external defibrillators, and advanced medical equipment to deliver critical patient care.
- Documented and communicated patient conditions and treatments to physicians and medical personnel, ensuring continuity of care.
- Maintained medical equipment, vehicles, and supplies, ensuring operational readiness for emergency response.
Education
Associate of Science - Associate of Science, Paramedicine
VICTOR VALLEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Apple Valley, CA01.2014
General Education Coursework
GLENDALE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Glendale, CA06.2008
General Education Coursework
RIVERSIDE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
California06.2007
Skills
- Clinical & Healthcare Expertise
- Healthcare Professional Relationships
- Clinical Education & Training
- Presentation & Public Speaking
- Medical Technology
- Consultative Communication
- Problem Solving & Critical Thinking
- Team Leadership & Collaboration
- Documentation and reporting
- Critical decision-making skills
- Direct patient care
Certification
CDPHE EMS Primary Instructor, CDPHE EMS Skills Instructor, ACLS, PALS, CPR for Healthcare Providers, ICS-100, ICS-200, ICS-700, ICS-800, AWR-160: Weapons of Mass Destruction, S-130 & S-190, L-180
Timeline
Paramedic
FIRESTONE FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT
05.2023 - 08.2026
Paramedic
PLATTEVILLE-GILCREST FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT
02.2019 - 05.2023
Paramedic
PLATTE VALLEY AMBULANCE SERVICE
08.2016 - 01.2019
Paramedic
APEX PARAMEDICS
11.2015 - 01.2017
General Education Coursework
RIVERSIDE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
General Education Coursework
GLENDALE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Associate of Science - Associate of Science, Paramedicine
VICTOR VALLEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE