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Emily Wood

Emergency Medical Technician-Basic IV Certified
Monte Vista,CO
Emily Wood

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Job Search Status

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Desired start date: Immediately

Desired Job Title

Deputy Coroner/Death InvestigatorEmergency Medical Technician-Basic, IV Certified

Work Type

Full TimePart Time

Salary Range

$0/hr - $40/hr

Important To Me

Company CulturePersonal development programsCareer advancement

Summary

Emergency responder with a strong foundation in frontline medical care and forensic investigation. Skilled in trauma-informed communication and ethical decision-making in high-pressure environments. Dedicated to serving rural communities with integrity and respect, ensuring justice, safety, and compassionate care through collaborative, values-driven service.

Overview

30
years of professional experience
2
Certification

Work History

Saguache County Coroner's Office
Saguache, Colorado

Deputy Coroner/Death Investigator
07.2025 - Current

Job overview

Scene Investigation & Response

  • Responded to death scenes in coordination with law enforcement and emergency services, ensuring scene integrity and safety.
  • Conducted preliminary assessments to determine the cause, manner, and circumstances of death.
  • Collected physical evidence and documented environmental factors relevant to the investigation.

Medical-Legal Documentation

  • Completed detailed reports, including death certificates, investigative summaries, and chain-of-custody documentation.
  • Maintained accurate records in compliance with state and local regulations.
  • Photographed scenes and remains for evidentiary and archival purposes.

Communication & Collaboration

  • Liaised with families, law enforcement, medical personnel, and funeral homes to facilitate respectful and efficient case handling.
  • Provided compassionate communication to the next of kin regarding procedures and findings.
  • Coordinated with forensic pathologists and toxicologists for autopsy and lab analysis.

Professionalism & Ethics

  • Maintained confidentiality and sensitivity in handling deceased individuals and family interactions.
  • Adhered to legal protocols and ethical standards in all investigative procedures.
  • Participated in continuing education related to forensic science, death investigation, and trauma-informed care.

Del Norte Community Ambulance
Del Norte, Colorado

Emergency Medical Technician-Basic, IV Certified
06.2025 - Current

Job overview

Emergency Response & Patient Care

  • Responded swiftly to emergency calls, assessed scenes for safety and urgency, and delivered critical care for medical and trauma-related incidents.
  • Administered life-saving interventions during on-site emergencies and patient transport, ensuring continuity of care en route.
  • Stabilized patients with life-threatening conditions using advanced protocols and collaborative decision-making.
  • Monitored and documented vital signs—including BP, respiratory rate, pulse, temperature, SpO₂, and pain levels—with precision and consistency.
  • Accurately recorded patient assessments, treatments, and outcomes in detailed medical reports.
  • Strictly adhered to HIPAA patient privacy mandates.

Transport & Communication

  • Safely transported patients to hospitals and care facilities, maintaining communication with dispatch and medical teams.
  • Coordinated logistics with dispatchers and hospital staff to streamline patient handoffs and optimize care transitions.

Collaboration & Professionalism

  • Fostered strong interprofessional relationships to enhance teamwork and patient outcomes.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient patient handoff at hospitals.
  • Adhered rigorously to local, state, and federal safety regulations and EMS protocols.

Training & Continuing Education

  • Participated in training sessions on emergency response techniques and protocols.
  • Engaged in continuing education to maintain certification and expand clinical competencies.

Operational Readiness

  • Conducted routine inspections of vehicles and medical equipment, ensuring compliance with safety and maintenance protocols.
  • Operated and maintained ambulance equipment, guaranteeing readiness for patient care and transport.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of medical supplies and ambulance interiors.

Safeway
Monte Vista, Colorado

APC
01.2021 - Current

Job overview

  • Job skills available upon request
  • Strengthened profits by reducing waste, controlling shrinkage, and increasing team efficiency with optimized workflows.
  • Kept grocery team operations in strict compliance with workplace standards and food safety requirements to maintain optimal health protection.
  • Organized efficient merchandise replenishment strategies to keep shelves stocked and well-organized for customers.
  • Performed key tasks to promote inviting grocery store appearance.
  • Engaged customers and provided very high level of service and support, helping find desired products and items.
  • Reviewed inventory levels and placed orders for products and merchandise for restocking purposes.
  • Delegated tasks and duties to grocery staff and clearly communicated timeframes for completion.
  • Submitted reports to senior management to aid in business decision-making and planning.
  • Set and updated weekly work schedules to meet coverage demands by considering factors like expected customer levels, planned promotions and individual employee strengths.

Planned Parenthood

GYN Surgical Office Manager
06.2004 - 12.2020

Job overview

  • Leveraged patient feedback and performed continuous process improvements to streamline day-to-day business operations and patient satisfaction.
  • Conducted frequent clinic walk-throughs to maintain safe work environment.
  • Monitored duties assigned to personnel to promote high levels of patient care and job efficiency.
  • Hired, trained and supervised employees to maintain team of high performers.
  • Enforced adherence with HIPAA regulations and other relevant laws and regulations to maintain compliance.
  • Created and implemented policies to improve operational efficiency and patient care quality.
  • Coordinated with healthcare professionals to verify proper implementation of patient treatment plans.
  • Monitored number of patients and wait times to create efficient flow of patients from check-in to check-out.
  • Conducted venipuncture and other CT procedures.
  • Assembled tourniquets, needles, and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
  • Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
  • Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
  • Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.

Education

Trinidad Community College
Alamosa, CO

National Registry Certification & State Licensing from Emergency Medical Technician - Basic
05-2025

University Overview

Adams State University
Alamosa, CO

Bachelor of Arts from Speech Communications
12-2003

University Overview

University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM

Some College (No Degree) from Biology/Chemistry Pre-medical School Courses

University Overview

Adams State University
Alamosa, CO

Some College (No Degree) from MBA Leadership Courses

University Overview

Skills

Emergency vehicle operation

Accident response

Vital signs monitoring

Resuscitation

Treatment delivery

Triaging

Patient management

Direct patient care

Scene assessments

Patient transport

Physical stamina

Emergency response

Oxygen administration

Intravenous therapy

Supply restocking

Emergency patient triage

Multitasking and organization

Trauma care

Time management

Problem-solving

Therapeutic phlebotomy

HIPAA

Health education

Sanitation and sterilization

Anatomy

Medical records maintenance

Biohazard disposal

Accomplishments

Accomplishments
  • President's List
  • Deans' List
  • American Honor Society Member

Certification

  • Licensed National Registry Emergency Medical Technician - Basic, IV Certified
  • AHA BLS/CPR/AED Provider

Affiliations

Affiliations
  • NAEMT Member
  • EMSAC Member
  • Phi Beta Lambda
  • Daughters of the American Revolution Member
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Timeline

Deputy Coroner/Death Investigator
Saguache County Coroner's Office
07.2025 - Current
Emergency Medical Technician-Basic, IV Certified
Del Norte Community Ambulance
06.2025 - Current
APC
Safeway
01.2021 - Current
GYN Surgical Office Manager
Planned Parenthood
06.2004 - 12.2020
Trinidad Community College
National Registry Certification & State Licensing from Emergency Medical Technician - Basic
Adams State University
Bachelor of Arts from Speech Communications
University of New Mexico
Some College (No Degree) from Biology/Chemistry Pre-medical School Courses
Adams State University
Some College (No Degree) from MBA Leadership Courses
Emily WoodEmergency Medical Technician-Basic IV Certified
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