Greggory Cosgrave
Lake Placid,FL
Summary
Highly motivated Firefighter with in-depth knowledge of safely suppressing fires. Thinks quickly under pressure and remains calm in stressful situations. Offering 31 years of experience in efficiently responding to fire and EMS alarms. Proficient performing emergency diagnostic and treatment procedures. Dependable fire fighter effective in managing operations. Successful in encouraging team members to work efficiently and meet production targets. Well-organized, self-motivated and knowledgeable about successful strategies for managing fast-paced work. Confident Firefighter works effectively as part of cohesive team. Highly trained individual with great mechanical aptitude and background in medical response and fire suppression. Handles issues quickly and resolves conflicts successfully.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Firefighter/Paramedic
St. Lucie County Fire District
Ft. Pierce, FL
04.1991 - 10.2022
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
- Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities.
- Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
- Carried, placed and extended ladders in training and in emergencies.
- Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
- Stabilized and lifted patients with backboard and cot.
- Responded to confined space incidents, EMS and hazardous material incidents.
- Oversaw wildfire response and containment, utilizing [Type] and [Type] tools.
- Searched [Type] areas to locate potential victims and employ rescue tactics and administer first aid.
- Maintained close contact with dispatch to receive and share information about current fires, equipment movements and incoming personnel.
- Participated in [Type] training exercises and in-class training to improve [Type] knowledge.
- Led team in fighting fires and exercised considerable judgment in deciding best way to extinguish based on type of fuel and environment.
- Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds and stations for proper order and condition on [Timeframe] basis.
- Performed maintenance on water tanks, fire hoses and other firefighting equipment.
- Provided station tours, pre-incident surveys and installed smoke detectors to provide fire education to public.
- Evaluated areas after containing fires to identify and suppress hot spots.
- Laid and connected hoses, held nozzles and directed water streams as part of fire suppression activities at active scenes.
- Prepared incident reports detailing personnel, location and results of each call.
- Trained fire personnel in safe and proper operation and maintenance of fire department apparatus and vehicles.
- Inspected buildings for pre-fire plans, fire hazards and compliance with fire prevention ordinances.
Paramedic
HCA
Ft. Pierce, FL
04.2013 - 06.2020
- Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Communicated with medical professionals in medical terms to relay patient needs and maintain accuracy.
- Stayed in constant communication with patients to continuously maintain care and comfort during transportation.
- Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome.
Education
No Degree - Firefighting
Indian River State College
Ft. Pierce, FLHigh School Diploma -
Western High School
Davie, FL05.1987
Skills
- Safety Equipment Inspection
- Fire Safety Regulations
- Environmental Policy
- Property Protection and Salvage
- Hot Spot Location and Elimination
- Smoke Suppression and Removal
- Burning Building Entry Tactics
- Hazard Identification
- First Aid
- Water Emergency Response
- Station and Equipment Cleaning
Timeline
Paramedic
HCA
04.2013 - 06.2020
Firefighter/Paramedic
St. Lucie County Fire District
04.1991 - 10.2022
No Degree - Firefighting
Indian River State College
High School Diploma -
Western High School
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