Heather Carlin
Drexel Hill,PA
Summary
Dynamic EMT-Basic with extensive experience at American Medical Response, skilled in basic life support and critical decision-making. Proven ability to assess patient needs and ensure safety during transport. Recognized for fostering strong communication with medical teams and families, enhancing patient care in high-pressure environments.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
EMT-Basic
American Medical Response, AMR
Philadelphia, PA
07.2017 - Current
- Managed logistics for patient transport to ensure timely hospital arrival and pt safety.
- Assisted critical care team with pt care in emergency and ICU settings while providing emotional support for patients and their families.
- Performed regular checks on emergency vehicles to ensure operational readiness and equipment availability.
- Trained new EMT personnel in driving ambulances in emergent and non emergent transports utilizing safe driving techniques.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation of treatments to enable tracking history and safeguard information.
EMT-Basic
Media Fire Co.
Media, PA
10.2017 - 11.2018
- Responded promptly to emergency calls, assessing situations and providing necessary medical interventions.
- Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to provide treatment.
- Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic records to facilitate continuity of care.
EMT-Basic
STAT Medical Transport
Drexel Hill, PA
05.2014 - 06.2016
- Assessed medical conditions of patients in pre-hospital settings.
- Transported patients to medical facilities and provided transportation to follow-up appointments.
- Administered basic life support measures during emergency situations, ensuring patient safety and well-being.
EMT-Basic
Eminent Medical Transport
Morton, PA
06.2008 - 04.2014
- Administered basic life support and first aid to patients in emergency situations.
- Assisted in patient transfers by coordinating with healthcare teams and ensuring safe transport.
- Documented patient care activities and treatment plans accurately in electronic health records.
- Maintained medical equipment and supplies, ensuring readiness for emergency responses.
- Collaborated with paramedics to enhance patient care and streamline transport processes.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify immediate medical needs.
EMT-Basic
NES/Crowd RX
Yeadon, PA
01.2007 - 03.2008
- Stationed at various event locations to respond to emergency calls, providing care in high-pressure situations as both a solo provider and as part of a ALS or BLS crew.
- Facilitated communication between patients and medical teams to ensure comprehensive care.
- Utilized communication devices to maintain contact with supervisors.
- Provided patient families with post-medical care instructions.
- Documented patient care activities and treatment plans accurately in electronic health records.
Education
High School Diploma -
Penn Wood Highschool
Lansdowne, PASkills
- Basic life support
- Critical decision-making skills
- Patient assessments and monitoring of vital signs
- Emergency vehicle operation
Affiliations
Working in partnership with CHOP clinicians.
Timeline
EMT-Basic
Media Fire Co.
10.2017 - 11.2018
EMT-Basic
American Medical Response, AMR
07.2017 - Current
EMT-Basic
STAT Medical Transport
05.2014 - 06.2016
EMT-Basic
Eminent Medical Transport
06.2008 - 04.2014
EMT-Basic
NES/Crowd RX
01.2007 - 03.2008
High School Diploma -
Penn Wood Highschool