Certified Emergency Medical Technician with educational background adept at learning processes associated with assessing emergencies and delivering exceptional problem-solving and decision-making processes. Highly-skilled emergency services professional calmly and quickly assesses medical situations.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification
Work History
Emergency Medical Technician Supervisor
Mohawk Valley Ambulance Corps Inc.
05.2019 - Current
As FTO, evaluated EMT performance regularly through ride-alongs, providing constructive feedback for continuous improvement.
As shift Acting Deputy/Supervisor, assisting in effective operations throughout the duration of shift, ensuring calls are answered and crews perform proper duties.
Assisted paramedics in advanced procedures, contributing to successful treatment outcomes for patients.
Conducted thorough assessments of patient conditions, utilizing critical thinking skills to determine optimal courses of action.
Provided emotional support to distressed patients during high-stress situations, fostering trust between the EMT team and those receiving care.
Trained EMTs in basic life support skills, oxygen therapy, and wound care.
Controlled wounds and injuries en-route to hospitals, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions pre-arrival.
Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
Maintained accurate patient records and documentation of treatments to enable tracking history and safeguard information.
Emergency Medical Technician
Kuyahoora Ambulance
05.2021 - 07.2024
Enhanced patient care by efficiently assessing and addressing medical emergencies in high-pressure situations.
Improved patient outcomes by administering appropriate treatments based on thorough assessments of vital signs, physical conditions, and medical histories.
Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
Continuously improved skills through regular training sessions, workshops, conferences, and staying up-to-date on industry best practices.
Direct Support Professional
ARC Herkimer
04.2019 - 07.2019
Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
Education
Paramedicine
Herkimer County Community College
Herkimer, NY
High School Diploma -
Fort Plain Central School District
Fort Plain, NY
06-2018
Skills
Scheduling and planning
Mass casualty incidents
Pediatric care
Scene management
Trauma management
Critical decision-making skills
Problem-solving
Time management
Safe driving
Accomplishments
Supervise/manage a team of 6 staff members.
Rookie of the Year Award, acquired the winter of 2019.
Continuation of outreach to the public and organizations, organizing events and ensuring positive relations in the community.
Certification
Certified Emergency Medical Technician, Mohawk Valley Ambulance Corps Inc. - Since 2019
Certified CPR/First Aid, Mohawk Valley Ambulance Corps Inc. - 2019-Current