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Erich Goetz

Erich Goetz

Paramedic
Abingdon,MD

Summary

Experienced Paramedic with competent advanced life support skills and critical thinking abilities. Proven leadership illustrated over 10 years of 911 emergency medical care in wide ranging settings from rural to urban environments. Experience in both front-line and supervisor positions, as well as occupational, hyperbarics, and inter-facility BLS/ALS/SCT settings. Dedicated to compassionate and evidence based patient care.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
14
14
Certificates

Work History

Adjunct Faculty Instructor

Baltimore County Community College
12.2022 - Current
  • Provided expert skills and knowledge to deliver instruction to students, focusing on ensuring students achieve necessary skills mandated by course curricula and successfully meet course objectives
  • Prepared classroom or training areas and pick-up and return of training devices, as needed
  • Performed basic maintenance on training aids and/or equipment as needed
  • Prepared and conducting to College instructional standards classroom, laboratory, seminar, conference, discussion, lecture, demonstration and practical exercises per class training schedule
  • Supplemented course curriculum and lesson plans by incorporating lessons learned from specific/relevant training and after-action reviews, doctrine, and current and evolving Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTP) into daily instruction

Paramedic

Cecil County Department Of Emergency Services
08.2022 - Current
  • Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members and identified appropriate medical facility for transport.
  • Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
  • Communicated with medical professionals in medical terms to relay patient needs and maintain accuracy.
  • Performed rapid sequence intubations (RSI) to secure airway on patients in extremis
  • Operated ventilators on intubated patients to facilitate safe movement and transport
  • Identified appropriate medications based on potential interactions with other medicines, accurately calculating correct dosages according to drugs on hand and patient's weight.
  • Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
  • Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
  • Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome.
  • Administered fluid replacement via IV, IO and IM to replace fluid volumes and correct electrolyte imbalances.

Emergency Vehicle Operator

Nationwide Organ Recovery Alliance
03.2018 - Current
  • Maintained emergency vehicle in state of readiness for 24hr shifts
  • Performed emergency transfers of organs and transplant team surgeons between hospitals and airports as needed
  • Assisted at awareness raising events for organ donation

Volunteer Firefighter

Arbutus Volunteer Fire Department
12.2012 - Current


  • Strengthened firefighter skills through ongoing professional development opportunities such as attending workshops or conferences related to the field.
  • Served as a role model to aspiring firefighters through mentorship, training support, and sharing of professional experiences.
  • Assisted in reducing property damage during fires with strategic placement of ladders, hoses, and other firefighting equipment.
  • Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
  • Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
  • Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
  • Controlled hazardous materials and waste incidents to avoid fires and injuries.

Paramedic

Joppa-Magnolia Volunteer Fire Company
12.2020 - 06.2023
  • Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members, and identified appropriate medical facility for transport.
  • Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as vents, ET tubes, medication and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
  • Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
  • Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
  • Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
  • Functioned alongside volunteer personnel routinely to provide optimal patient care

Firefighter/Paramedic

Annapolis City Fire Department
11.2019 - 07.2022
  • Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
  • Removed individuals from dangerous situations and offer emergency assistance for minor and critical concerns.
  • Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
  • Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds and stations for proper order and condition on regular basis.
  • Conducted suppression tactics on fires as guided by senior officers and set policies

Paramedic

Bel Air Volunteer Fire Company
09.2018 - 12.2020
  • Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members, and identified appropriate medical facility for transport.
  • Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as vents, ET tubes, medication and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
  • Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
  • Provided education and mentoring for volunteer providers during their clearance processes

Volunteer EMT

Columbia EMS
12.2015 - 12.2020
  • Provided single provider BLS chase car response due to delayed transport unit times in region, frequently managed high priority patients for extended periods of time without assistance
  • Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
  • Administered emergency medication to patients, quickly responding to changes in conditions and medication reactions.

Seasonal Onsite Medical Representative

Maxim Healthcare
11.2017 - 01.2018
  • Maintained first aid and re-stocked all first aid equipment.
  • Provided triage, first aid, and/or referral to outside medical providers.
  • Initiated and maintained Workers' compensation cases.
  • Safeguarded medical records and patient data in accordance with HIPAA protocols.
  • Recognized trends within territory and industry to create proactive plans.

Emergency Department Technician

Sibley Memorial Hospital
11.2016 - 12.2017
  • Performed phlebotomy, IV Access and 12 lead EKG procedures under orders from RNs and attending physician.
  • Performed CPR and aid in resuscitation of critical patients.
  • Assisted RNs and physician staff in performing advanced surgical/medical procedures as directed.
  • Assisted doctors with examinations of patients by taking vital signs, including blood pressure, height, weight and drawing blood.

EMT/EVO

American Medical
03.2016 - 04.2017
  • 911 Response in District of Columbia, Functioned as EMT-B in District of Columbia for both Inter-facility and 911 dispatches.
  • Provided back-up 911 services to District of Columbia Fire Department personnel.
  • Performed all expected roles of BLS provider in 911 setting in high call volume environment

EMT-IVT

Hereford Volunteer Ambulance Association
07.2015 - 01.2017
  • Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
  • Communicated with lucid patients to gather incident and medical history information.
  • Functioned as paid provider alongside volunteer personnel on regular basis
  • Provided assistance to ALS level providers as directed on calls

Volunteer Firefighter

Hereford Volunteer Fire
06.2012 - 07.2016
  • Contributed to a safer community environment by performing hazardous material clean-ups and mitigations.
  • Assisted in reducing property damage during fires with strategic placement of ladders, hoses, and other firefighting equipment.
  • Demonstrated adaptability during crises by adjusting tactics based on changing conditions or new information.
  • Collaborated closely with fellow firefighters to ensure smooth communication and coordination during emergencies.
  • Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
  • Controlled hazardous materials and waste incidents to avoid fires and injuries.

EMT-B/First Aid

Camden Yards
06.2015 - 01.2016
  • Patrolled grounds of Camden Yards during Baltimore Orioles events.
  • Provided basic first aid and transport of patients to first aid centers.
  • Assisted onsite physician and stand-by EMS crews as needed to transfer patients to local hospitals

Education

Certificate in Paramedicine - Paramedicine

Harrisburg Area Community College
Harrisburg, PA
08.2017 -

No Degree - Psychology

Stevenson University
Stevenson, MD

Bachelor of Science - Paramedicine

Creighton University
Omaha, NE
09.2022 - Current

Skills

    Experience in providing ALS level care in chase car systems (active member of St Mary's Advanced Life Support, and previous member of Calvert Advanced Life Support)

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Affiliations

  • St. Mary's Advanced life Support, Volunteer Paramedic
  • Arbutus Volunteer Fire Company, Firefighter, Rescue Technician, Paramedic
  • Cecil County Department of Emergency Services, Paramedic

Certification

Nationally Registered Paramedic

Accomplishments

2024 Maryland State EMS Clinician of the Year

Authored multiple Maryland Medical Protocols including Intravenous Nitroglycerin for 911 Paramedics, Droperidol for nausea and vomiting, and a re-write of the Asthma and COPD treatment algorithm

Work Availability

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Quote

People don't care how much you know until they know how much you care.
Theodore Roosevelt

Interests

Hiking

Photography

Timeline

Adjunct Faculty Instructor

Baltimore County Community College
12.2022 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Paramedicine

Creighton University
09.2022 - Current

Paramedic

Cecil County Department Of Emergency Services
08.2022 - Current

Paramedic

Joppa-Magnolia Volunteer Fire Company
12.2020 - 06.2023

Firefighter/Paramedic

Annapolis City Fire Department
11.2019 - 07.2022

Paramedic

Bel Air Volunteer Fire Company
09.2018 - 12.2020

Emergency Vehicle Operator

Nationwide Organ Recovery Alliance
03.2018 - Current

Seasonal Onsite Medical Representative

Maxim Healthcare
11.2017 - 01.2018

Certificate in Paramedicine - Paramedicine

Harrisburg Area Community College
08.2017 -

Emergency Department Technician

Sibley Memorial Hospital
11.2016 - 12.2017

EMT/EVO

American Medical
03.2016 - 04.2017

Volunteer EMT

Columbia EMS
12.2015 - 12.2020

EMT-IVT

Hereford Volunteer Ambulance Association
07.2015 - 01.2017

EMT-B/First Aid

Camden Yards
06.2015 - 01.2016

Volunteer Firefighter

Arbutus Volunteer Fire Department
12.2012 - Current

Volunteer Firefighter

Hereford Volunteer Fire
06.2012 - 07.2016

No Degree - Psychology

Stevenson University

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