Henry Gonzalez
Harlingen
Summary
Dedicated Advanced EMT with expertise in advanced life support and critical decision-making. Proven ability to deliver compassionate patient care while maintaining clear communication in high-pressure environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Advanced EMT
SKYLINE EMS
Mission, TX
08.2023 - 05.2026
- Administered advanced life support and emergency medical care in critical situations.
- Collaborated with paramedics to stabilize patients and facilitate transport to medical facilities.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments, documenting vital signs and medical history accurately.
- Trained junior EMTs on protocols and best practices for emergency response.
- Streamlined communication between dispatch and field teams to enhance operational efficiency.
- Evaluated incident scenes for safety, ensuring optimal conditions for patient care delivery.
- Provided compassionate care to patients of all ages, earning commendations from patients and colleagues for professionalism and empathy.
- Delivered high-quality pre-hospital emergency care, reducing hospital admission times and improving patient outcomes.
- Communicated effectively with patients, families, dispatchers, law enforcement officers, firefighters, nurses, physicians, and other healthcare personnel throughout challenging situations.
- Mentored new EMTs in advanced skills, fostering teamwork among colleagues while enhancing their knowledge and capabilities.
- Controlled wounds and injuries en-route to hospitals, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions pre-arrival.
- Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
Advanced EMT
WILLACY COUNTY EMS
Raymondville, TX
11.2024 - 11.2025
- Implemented quality control measures to ensure compliance with safety standards and protocols.
- Participated in community outreach programs to educate the public on emergency preparedness strategies.
- Enhanced patient care by providing advanced life support and administering medications in emergency situations.
- Assisted in the development of training materials and presentations to educate fellow EMTs on updated protocols and best practices.
- Contributed to the development of protocols and procedures that improved overall efficiency of the EMS team.
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments, identifying critical needs and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Performed advanced airway management techniques, resulting in improved oxygenation and ventilation for patients with respiratory distress.
- Ensured quality control measures were followed regarding medication administration procedures within the ambulance service environment.
- Implemented effective on-scene management during mass casualty incidents, prioritizing resources and coordinating efforts with other responders.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Communicated with patients about pain, comfort, and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
Advanced EMT
HALO EMS
MCAllEN, TX
08.2022 - 10.2023
- Maintained detailed records of patient conditions, treatments, and responses to facilitate seamless transitions between healthcare providers.
- Demonstrated adaptability through managing multiple priorities simultaneously while maintaining focus on patient care.
- Acted as a liaison between EMS personnel, police officers, and fire department members during emergency responses, fostering teamwork and efficient communication across departments.
- Assisted with complex extrications and rescues, ensuring timely response to emergencies and minimizing further injury or harm.
- Participated in continuous training courses to maintain certifications and stay current with best practices in emergency medicine.
- Administered intravenous fluids as necessary to stabilize patients'' conditions before arrival at the hospital facilities.
- Responded efficiently to a wide variety of medical emergencies by utilizing advanced clinical decision-making skills.
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Evaluated patient histories to assess and prioritize levels of care.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation of treatments to enable tracking history and safeguard information.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Trained EMTs in basic life support skills, oxygen therapy, and wound care.
- Administered emergency medication to patients, quickly responding to changes in conditions and medication reactions.
- Administered CPR, oxygen and other life-saving medical treatments.
- Assisted with lifting and moving patients.
- Followed all safety protocols and took necessary precautions while providing care.
Advanced EMT
GLOBAL MEDICAL RESPONSE- HEARTLAND
MUNCIE, IN
08.2021 - 08.2022
- Provide covid testing
- Collaborated with medical professionals to ensure accurate assessments and appropriate treatments for patients.
- Collaborated with medical professionals to communicate patient needs with accuracy and speed
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families.
- Assessed medical conditions of patients in pre-hospital settings.
- Trained new EMTs on proper protocols and procedures.
- Conducted patient intake and triage procedures.
- Utilized communication devices to maintain contact with supervisors.
- Coordinated with treatment center personnel to obtain patients' vital statistics and medical history.
- Dispensed medications and monitored patient reactions.
PROVISIONAL PARAMEDIC
MEDCARE EMS
McAllen, TX
12.2019 - 08.2021
- Administered advanced life support and emergency medical care in critical situations.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes during transport.
- Developed and implemented training programs for new paramedic recruits, enhancing skill proficiency.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to determine appropriate treatment plans and interventions.
- 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.
- Worked en-route to hospital to prepare patients for arrival or surgery and control wounds.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments, treatments, and interventions.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities such as conferences or workshops to stay current on best practices in pre-hospital emergency medicine.
- Increased survival rates with rapid recognition of life-threatening conditions and swift initiation of appropriate interventions.
- Administered fluid replacement via IV, IO, and IM to replace fluid volumes and correct electrolyte imbalances.
- Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome.
- Stayed in constant communication with patients to continuously maintain care and comfort during transportation.
- Communicated with medical professionals in medical terms to relay patient needs and maintain accuracy.
- Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as vents, ET tubes, medication, and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
- Provided critical incident stress debriefing to fellow emergency medical services personnel following traumatic calls, fostering a supportive work environment for all team members.
- Operated electrocardiograms (EKGs), external defibrillators or bag valve mask resuscitators in advanced life support environments.
Advanced EMT
HIDALGO COUNTY EMS
EDINBURG, TX
01.2017 - 12.2019
- Collaborated with medical professionals to ensure accurate assessments and appropriate treatments for patients.
- Utilized oxygen tanks, EKG and IVs to perform various medical procedures.
- Collaborated with medical professionals to communicate patient needs with accuracy and speed using hospital and medical codes.
- Responded to 911 calls for medical emergencies.
- Handled patient transfers from one medical facility to another.
- Collaborated with medical doctors and other healthcare professionals.
- Immobilized patient for placement on stretcher and ambulance transport.
- Observed patient behavior to report changes to medical personnel.
- Transported patients to medical facilities and provided transportation to follow-up appointments.
- Educated public on emergency medical services.
- Performed medical tests and collected samples for laboratory analysis.
- Provided patient families with post-medical care instructions.
- Administered advanced life support and emergency medical care in critical situations.
- Collaborated with paramedics to stabilize patients and facilitate transport to medical facilities.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments, documenting vital signs and medical history accurately.
- Trained junior EMTs on protocols and best practices for emergency response.
- Streamlined communication between dispatch and field teams to enhance operational efficiency.
- Evaluated incident scenes for safety, ensuring optimal conditions for patient care delivery.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES
TSTC
HARLINGEN, TEXAS05-2019
Associate of Science - BIOLOGY
TSTC
HARLINGEN, TEXAS05-2015
High School Diploma -
SAN BENITO HIGH SCHOOL
SAN BENITO, TX05-2005
Skills
- Airway management
- Intravenous therapy
- Advanced life support
- Cardiac monitoring
- Geriatric care
- Behavioral emergencies
- Emergency medical care
- Public health awareness
- Vehicle operation
- Obstetric emergencies
- Continuing education
- Pediatric care
- Scene management
- Trauma management
- Critical decision-making skills
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Safe driving
- Multitasking and organization
- Patient care
- Critical thinking
- Clear communication
- Compassion and empathy
- Direct patient care
- Calm under pressure
- Vital sign assessment
Certification
- AEMT - Advanced Emergency Medical Technician
- ACLS CERT
- BLS CERT
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Advanced EMT
WILLACY COUNTY EMS
11.2024 - 11.2025
Advanced EMT
SKYLINE EMS
08.2023 - 05.2026
Advanced EMT
HALO EMS
08.2022 - 10.2023
Advanced EMT
GLOBAL MEDICAL RESPONSE- HEARTLAND
08.2021 - 08.2022
PROVISIONAL PARAMEDIC
MEDCARE EMS
12.2019 - 08.2021
Advanced EMT
HIDALGO COUNTY EMS
01.2017 - 12.2019
Associate of Applied Science - EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES
TSTC
Associate of Science - BIOLOGY
TSTC
High School Diploma -
SAN BENITO HIGH SCHOOL