Jeremy Gerdau
New Lexington,OH
Summary
Certified EMT-Basic for nearly 5 years, with background in emergency medical services. Familiarity with basic life support techniques and patient care in high-stress situations blends seamlessly with strong communication skills and ability to work well on team-oriented tasks. Contributed significantly to successful operation of previous EMS teams, demonstrating readiness for fast-paced, high-pressure environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
EMT-Basic
Community Ambulance Service
Zanesville, OH
02.2021 - Current
- Provided emergency medical care to patients in pre-hospital settings.
- Assisted with patient assessments, such as measuring vital signs and assessing conditions.
- Performed CPR, splinting of fractures, wound treatment and other life saving measures.
- Managed airway maintenance, oxygen delivery and suctioning procedures.
- Administered medications per physician instructions or protocol guidelines.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care treatments and transport information.
- Communicated effectively with hospital staff upon arrival at the destination facility.
- Coordinated with other EMTs on scene to ensure safe and efficient patient transport.
- Operated ambulances safely under emergency conditions while following all traffic laws.
- Monitored patient condition during transit and provided appropriate medical attention as needed.
- Responded quickly to 911 calls for medical assistance within designated service area.
- Conducted regular ambulance checks to ensure proper functioning of equipment.
- Participated in continuing education programs to stay current on best practices in EMS care.
- Utilized specialized equipment such as defibrillators, monitors, IV pumps., correctly.
EMT-Basic
ValueCare Ambulance Service
Zanesville, OH
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Provided emergency medical care to patients in pre-hospital settings.
- Assisted with patient assessments, such as measuring vital signs and assessing conditions.
- Performed CPR, splinting of fractures, wound treatment and other life saving measures.
- Managed airway maintenance, oxygen delivery and suctioning procedures.
- Administered medications per physician instructions or protocol guidelines.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care treatments and transport information.
- Took vital signs and blood pressure to observe patient's condition and prepare appropriate resources and medical procedures.
- Documented patient information, condition and treatment while protecting confidentiality and patient rights.
- Transported patients safely to minimize discomfort and prevent further injury.
- Worked closely with accepting hospitals to relay patients' vitals and fill out patient reports.
- Determined nature and extent of injury or medical condition to establish priorities for emergency care.
Education
EMT-B Certification -
Mideast Career And Technology Center
Zanesville12-2019
High School Diploma -
John Glenn High School
New Concord, OH05-2014
Some College (No Degree) - Petroleum Geology, Environmental Science
Muskingum University
New Concord, OHSkills
- Pediatric Care
- Emergency vehicle operation
- Medical emergencies
- Airway Management
- Patient Lifting
- Bleeding control
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Continuing education
- Vital signs monitoring
- Accident response
- Patient Care
- Pre-hospital Care
- Basic Life Support
- CPR and First Aid
- Ambulance driving
- Scene assessments
- Environmental Emergencies
- Patient Assessments
- Oxygen therapy
- Emergency patient triage
Certification
- Ohio EMT-B Certification
- Stop The Bleed Certification
- AHA BLS Certification
- NIMS 20, 100, 200, 700, 800
- Rescue Task Force Awareness
- CE Instructor
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
EMT-Basic
Community Ambulance Service
02.2021 - Current
EMT-Basic
ValueCare Ambulance Service
01.2020 - 01.2021
EMT-B Certification -
Mideast Career And Technology Center
High School Diploma -
John Glenn High School
Some College (No Degree) - Petroleum Geology, Environmental Science
Muskingum University
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