Dedicated firefighter/EMT with 5+ years of experience in fire suppression and emergency care services. Skilled in deploying aid efficiently and effectively during high-risk situations. Seeking to apply my knowledge, training, and experience to ensure the safety of the community. Graduated of Texas A&M forest service academy, and holder of Texas emergency medical technician license.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Physician Substitute EMT.
Octapharma Plasma Center
San Antonio, TX
05.2023 - 08.2024
Cross trained in multiple areas including physician substitute, medical screener, registry, donor floor technician, and phlebotomy.
Perform medical evaluation of potential donors for automated plasmapheresis procedures
Determine donor suitability of new applicants in consultation with a donor center physician
Provide limited emergency care, including the administration of medications or treatments
Determine donor suitability for new applicants
Conduct evaluations to ensure compliance with criteria for normal plasma donors
Maintain communication logs regarding donor suitability
Review normal and abnormal blood tests to determine continued donor suitability
Counsel donors with abnormal test results and defer them accordingly
Perform venipuntures
Operate automated plasmapheresis machines
Maintain compliance with SOP, current Good
Manufacturing Procedures (cGMP) and regulatory guidelines
Register new and current plasma donors
Conduct basic screening procedures (e.g. reviewing health related documents, taking vital signs and performing finger sticks)
Maintain compliance with SOP, current Good
Manufacturing Procedures (cGMP) and regulatory guidelines
Emergency Medical Technician
Angeleve Ambulance
6322 Sovereign Dr, San Antonio, TX
01.2022 - Current
Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
Administered first aid treatment or life support care to sick or injured persons in prehospital settings.
Operated electrocardiograms (EKGs), external defibrillators or bag valve mask resuscitators in advanced life support environments.
Assessed nature and extent of illness or injury to establish and prioritize medical procedures.
Placed patients on backboards or stretchers to safely load into ambulance.
Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Emergency Medical Technician
Lone Star Ambulance
4500 Fredericksburg Rd
02.2021 - 12.2022
Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
Firefighter Rescue / EMT
Gryphon ESP
Three Rivers, TX
01.2019 - 04.2021
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.
Insurance Claims Adjuster
USSA
San Antonio
12.2018 - 01.2019
Examined claims forms and other records to determine insurance coverage.
Verified insurance claims and determined fair amount for settlement.
Evaluated insurance policies and analyzed damages to determine coverage.