Jacob F. Parrish
Selden,USA
Summary
Skilled paramedic with extensive experience in emergency medical services. Expertise in patient assessment, crisis management, and emergency response coordination. Proven ability to perform under pressure, make critical decisions, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams. Track record of delivering high-quality patient care while adhering to protocols and enhancing response times.
Overview
1
1
Certification
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Paramedic First Responder/Lead Paramedic
East Farmingdale Fire Company
East Farmingdale, USA
10.2023 - Current
- Delivered comprehensive emergency assessments and treatments to stabilize medical and trauma patients in high-pressure scenarios.
- Responded to 911 emergency calls, providing advanced prehospital patient care to stabilize critical conditions.
- Collaborated with firefighters and emergency personnel during rescue operations.
- Documented patient information accurately for medical records and reporting.
- Trained new paramedics on protocols and best practices in emergency care.
- Completed evaluations of new employees to determine strengths and customize training.
- Evaluated and communicated trainee participation and performance in reports to management.
- Managed daily operations related to employee scheduling such as approving time off requests or assigning shift swaps.
- Developed corrective and preventive action plans to resolve non-compliance issues.
Per Diem Paramedic
Holbrook Fire Department
Holbrook, USA
01.2021 - 11.2025
- Delivered advanced prehospital emergency medical care to stabilize patients in critical condition.
- Monitored compliance with operational and regulatory standards to uphold safety and quality in emergency services.
- Performed thorough vehicle inspections and equipment checks to ensure readiness for emergency response.
Per Diem Paramedic
Centereach Fire Department
Centereach, USA
01.2021 - 03.2024
- Provided advanced life support interventions, ensuring critical patient needs were met during transport.
- Responded to emergency medical calls, delivering immediate care to stabilize patients.
- Maintained EMS equipment and performed inspections to ensure operational readiness and compliance with safety standards.
Per Diem Paramedic
Terryville Fire District
Port Jefferson Station, USA
01.2018 - 12.2023
- Responded to 911 emergency calls in high-pressure situations as an Advanced Life Support provider.
- Ensure EMS equipment and apparatus readiness for prompt emergency response.
- Conduct vehicle inspections and Part 800 compliance checks to ensure operational safety and regulatory adherence.
Advanced Life Support Supervisor / Paramedic First Responder
Yaphank Fire District
Yaphank, USA
01.2007 - 12.2023
- Responded to 911 emergencies as an Advanced Life Support provider.
- Supervise all paid EMS providers and oversee daily EMS operations.
- Manage employee scheduling and staffing coverage.
- Managed EMS inventory and medical supplies, ensuring readiness and compliance with operational needs.
- Led Quality Assurance/Quality Improvement Committee meetings to enhance service quality.
- Oversaw narcotics accountability and reviewed patient care reports, ensuring adherence to compliance and quality standards.
- Serve as liaison between the Fire Department and Fire District administration.
- Prepared and presented operational reports to Board of Fire Commissioners, facilitating informed decision-making.
- Conduct Part 800 compliance inspections and maintain EMS apparatus readiness.
Per Diem EMT-Critical Care
Riverhead Ambulance Corps
Riverhead, USA
01.2020 - 06.2023
- Responded to emergency medical calls, delivering advanced patient care to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Assisted in patient assessment, stabilization, and transport to enhance overall care during emergencies.
- Conducted thorough equipment inspections and vehicle readiness checks to maintain operational readiness.
Emergency Department Technician
Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center
West Islip, New York
05.2007 - 10.2019
- Facilitated patient treatment by establishing IV access to enhance patient care
- Performed EKG testing to assess cardiac function, contributing to timely diagnosis
- Cardiac Monitor Interpretation
- Performed venipuncture to obtain blood specimens for analysis
- Assisted nurse with patient care, ensuring efficient workflow in the emergency department
First Responder
Medford Ambulance Company
Medford, USA
03.2007 - 01.2012
- Provided prehospital emergency care, stabilizing patients and preparing them for transport to medical facilities.
- Responded to emergency medical and trauma incidents, ensuring timely care and support for affected individuals.
- Performed vehicle inspections and equipment checks, ensuring operational readiness of emergency response apparatus.
- Supported maintenance activities at fire station and apparatus readiness.
Emergency Medical Technician-Critical Care
Emergency Ambulance Service
Ronkonkoma, USA
05.2005 - 02.2010
- Delivered advanced prehospital emergency medical care to stabilize patients during critical situations.
- Monitored patient conditions, implementing critical care interventions to support recovery.
- Facilitated interfacility patient transports, ensuring safety and continuity of care.
Cardiac Monitor Technician
Brookhaven Memorial Hospital
Patchogue, USA
09.2006 - 05.2007
- Monitored and interpreted cardiac rhythms to identify abnormalities and ensure timely intervention.
- Communicated significant findings to nursing staff and physicians to facilitate prompt patient care.
- Accurately maintained patient monitoring records to support effective clinical decision-making.
Education
Certification - Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic
Northwell Health
Long Island New York05-2021
Certification - Emergency Medical Technician-Critical Care
Suffolk County EMS Acadamy
Suffolk County New York04-2006
Certification - Emergency Medical Technician
Suffolk County EMS Acadamy
Suffolk County New York04-2005
General Equivalency Diploma (GED) -
Sachem High School North Campus
Lake Ronkonkoma, NY11-1999
Skills
- Advanced life support
- Emergency medical services
- Emergency response
- Cardiac monitoring
- Quality assurance and improvement
- Regulatory compliance standards
- Narcotics management
- Patient care documentation
- Inventory management
- Staff scheduling
- Team leadership and supervision
- Public safety operations
- Emergency response coordination
- Quality assurance
- Staff training and development
- Critical thinking
- Leadership and supervision
- Patient management
- Medication administration
- Reporting and documentation
- Medical records management
Certification
- New York State Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), 04/01/05
- New York State EMT-Critical Care (EMT-CC), 07/01/06
- New York State Paramedic, 06/01/21
- American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Suffolk County Fire Academy Hazardous Materials Technician Operations Level
- RSI Certified Paramedic 7/2025
Volunteer Experience
- Selden Volunteer Fire Department, Selden, NY, Captain, Ambulance Company, 01/01/07, 12/31/10, Supervised ambulance company personnel and operations., Coordinated training and development of EMS members., Managed inventory, apparatus maintenance, and operational readiness.
- Selden Volunteer Fire Department, Selden, NY, Ambulance Company Member, 05/01/04, 12/31/16, Provided emergency medical care and patient transportation., Supported departmental EMS operations and community emergency response.
Timeline
Paramedic First Responder/Lead Paramedic
East Farmingdale Fire Company
10.2023 - Current
Per Diem Paramedic
Holbrook Fire Department
01.2021 - 11.2025
Per Diem Paramedic
Centereach Fire Department
01.2021 - 03.2024
Per Diem EMT-Critical Care
Riverhead Ambulance Corps
01.2020 - 06.2023
Per Diem Paramedic
Terryville Fire District
01.2018 - 12.2023
Emergency Department Technician
Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center
05.2007 - 10.2019
First Responder
Medford Ambulance Company
03.2007 - 01.2012
Advanced Life Support Supervisor / Paramedic First Responder
Yaphank Fire District
01.2007 - 12.2023
Cardiac Monitor Technician
Brookhaven Memorial Hospital
09.2006 - 05.2007
Emergency Medical Technician-Critical Care
Emergency Ambulance Service
05.2005 - 02.2010
Certification - Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic
Northwell Health
Certification - Emergency Medical Technician-Critical Care
Suffolk County EMS Acadamy
Certification - Emergency Medical Technician
Suffolk County EMS Acadamy
General Equivalency Diploma (GED) -
Sachem High School North Campus