JOAQUIN A. IBARRA
Annandale,VA
Summary
Firefighter/Paramedic and EMS Training Lieutenant with 15+ years elevating emergency service operations. Spearheads training programs that enhance EMS readiness and compliance, leading to improved team performance. Recognized for transforming ALS providers through targeted mentorship and performance management strategies.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Lieutenant (EMS Training)
Arlington County Fire Department
Arlington, USA
01.2010 - Current
- Operational Assignments: Multiple stations with diverse operational exposure
- Developed and led training programs for emergency medical services personnel, improving response capabilities and team preparedness.
- Oversaw operations as lieutenant company officer at assigned station, ensuring readiness and safety of personnel.
- Instructed two recruit classes at fire training academy, enhancing foundational skills for future emergency responders.
Education
Critical Care Paramedic Program -
04-2026
NOVA EMS Coursework -
NOVA
Skills
- Emergency response
- Incident command
- Patient assessment
- Emergency equipment handling
- Program management
- Quality improvement
- Performance evaluation
- Leadership & Supervision
- Team leadership
- Administrative management
- Critical thinking
- Incident reporting
- Conflict resolution
- Patient documentation
- Bilingual Communication (English/Spanish)
- Communication skills
Operations And Incident Management
- Maintain readiness as a paramedic responding to high-acuity incidents across all hazards.
- Serve as Hazardous Materials Technician supporting complex operations.
- Apply ICS principles to guide decision-making and support incident objectives.
Training And Personnel Development
- Oversee progression of 20+ ALS trainees and paramedic students annually from academic phase through independent provider status.
- Improve trainee readiness through structured training plans, reducing remediation needs and increasing first-time testing success.
- Former Fire Training Academy Instructor responsible for recruit development across multiple classes.
- Coordinate CME programs supporting certification compliance for multiple personnel annually.
Program And Administrative Management
- Manage scheduling and coordination for 30+ trainees across GWU, NOVA, ECC, and internal programs.
- Ensure 100% compliance with documentation systems (ImageTrend, Target Solutions, PRISM+).
- Coordinate ALS testing schedules with operations, reducing conflicts and delays in certification progression.
- Oversee training logistics, purchase orders, and administrative documentation supporting department programs.
Interagency Coordination And Communication
- Serve as primary liaison for GWU EMS program, coordinating integration of multiple cohorts into department operations.
- Collaborate with NOVA, ECC, and internal stakeholders to align training standards and operational expectations.
- Facilitate communication across ranks and agencies to ensure consistent program execution.
Education And Certifications
- Nationally Registered Paramedic
- Firefighter I & II (Train-the-Trainer)
- VDFP Instructor I & Test Administrator
- ICS 100, 200, 300, 700, 800
- CPR / ACLS / PALS
- NOVA EMS Coursework (70 credits)
- Currently enrolled: Critical Care Paramedic Program
Leadership And Supervision
- Supervise and mentor firefighters, EMTs, paramedics, and ALS trainees across operational and training environments.
- Provide structured performance feedback and corrective action to improve individual and team performance.
- Develop high-performing teams through accountability, coaching, and consistent leadership presence.
Core Leadership Competencies
- Leadership & Supervision
- Program Management & Training Development
- Incident Command & Operational Decision-Making
- Administrative & Organizational Management
- Mentorship & Performance Evaluation
- QA/QI & Continuous Improvement
- Bilingual Communication (English/Spanish)
Timeline
Lieutenant (EMS Training)
Arlington County Fire Department
01.2010 - Current
Critical Care Paramedic Program -
NOVA EMS Coursework -
NOVA