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Gerald Perkins

Ontario,OH

Summary

Highly motivated Firefighter and Paramedic with in-depth knowledge of safely suppressing fires and providing high-quality emergency medical care. Thinks quickly under pressure and remains calm in stressful situations. Offering five years of full-time experience in efficiently responding to fire and EMS alarms. Proficient performing emergency diagnostic and treatment procedures.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Firefighter/Paramedic

Crestline Fire and EMS
04.2024 - Current
  • 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.
  • Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
  • Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.

Paramedic

Fenix Medical Transport
03.2024 - 04.2024
  • Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
  • Delivered compassionate care to patients with a variety of medical emergencies, including cardiac arrests, traumas, strokes, and respiratory distress.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments, treatments, and interventions.
  • Worked en-route to hospital to prepare patients for arrival or surgery and control wounds.

Firefighter/Paramedic

Franklin Fire and Rescue
07.2019 - 02.2024
  • Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
  • Demonstrated strong leadership skills while serving as a mentor to new firefighters, fostering a culture of teamwork and professionalism within the department.
  • Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, administering CPR and first aid as needed.
  • Instructed, trained and evaluated fire academy students in Advanced EMT curriculum

Education

Paramedic -

Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA
12.2022

Advanced EMT -

Paul D Camp Community College
Franklin, VA
08.2020

Skills

  • Structural Firefighting
  • Stress tolerance and resilience
  • Emergency Scene Management
  • Community Relations

Certification

State of Ohio Firefighter II #196486

State of Ohio Paramedic #196486

ACLS

PALS



Timeline

Firefighter/Paramedic

Crestline Fire and EMS
04.2024 - Current

Paramedic

Fenix Medical Transport
03.2024 - 04.2024

Firefighter/Paramedic

Franklin Fire and Rescue
07.2019 - 02.2024

Paramedic -

Virginia Commonwealth University

Advanced EMT -

Paul D Camp Community College

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