Joe D. Hill II
Elizabeth,CO
Summary
As a dedicated and experienced Captain/ Paramedic with Aurora Fire Rescue (AFR), I am eager to apply for the position of Battalion Chief (BC). Over the years, I have developed a deep commitment to this organization and its people. I pride myself on fostering an environment of growth and learning for all members. I am excited about the opportunity to contribute to the future of AFR, where I can leverage my skills to enhance the position of Battalion Chief. Focused Paramedic well-versed in patient assessment and emergency care. Reliable and efficient with 12+ years of quality performance in patient-facing. Accustomed to providing critical care in dynamic environments.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Captain/Paramedic
Aurora Fire Rescue
06.2006 - Current
- Current Community Medical Brach Captain
- Field instructor and driver operator for the City of Aurora
- Delivered compassionate care to patients with a variety of medical emergencies, including cardiac arrests, traumas, strokes, and respiratory distress.
- Responsible for teaching new paramedics the AFD protocols, treating patients on scene until arrival at hospital and writing/reviewing all medical reports
- Proficient at IV starts, 12 lead monitoring, airway management and medication administration
E3 Airmen First Class/Pararescue/306th Rescue Squadron
United States Air Force Reserves
04.2017 - 01.2019
- Completing the training pipeline to become one of the Air Forces elite special operations Pararescuemen (PJs), tasked with recovery and medical treatment of personnel in humanitarian and combat environments
Emergency room technician
University of Colorado Hospital
08.2013 - 03.2014
- Responsible for all technician level duties and treatment within the ER
- Duties may include monitoring, patient transport, wound care, surgical set up and preparation, orthopedic care, splinting, care of equipment and supplies, appropriate documentation, as well as other general departmental duties
911 Dispatcher
Adams County Communications
03.2003 - 01.2010
- Answers calls for one of the largest and busiest emergency call centers in the state of Colorado averaging over 300,000+ citizen requests
- ADCOM currently serves a population of approximately 440,000 citizens, through both emergency 911 calls and non-emergency phone calls
- Advises callers on life saving steps through emergency medical dispatching protocols
Firefighter/Emergency Medical Technician
Greater Brighton Fire Protection District
02.2003 - 06.2006
- Served as firefighter, EMT-B, hazardous materials technician and driver operator for a five station fire district covering approximately 150 square miles and serving 55,000 residents
- Daily duties included fire drills, fire inspections, ongoing fire/EMS training and apparatus checks
- Primary BLS instructor for the department
Emergency Medical Technician
Saint Anthony's Hospital, Flight for Life
01.2001 - 01.2003
- Provided critical care transport to patients across several states in the Rocky Mountain Region
- Assisted flight nurses and respiratory therapist with treatment and care of critically ill patients
- Augmented emergency room staff when not transporting with all aspects of emergency care
Education
Bachelors of Arts -
University of Northern Colorado
Associates of Applied Science - Fire Service Technology
Red Rocks Community College
Associates of Applied Science - Emergency Medical Services/Paramedicine
Red Rocks Community College
Skills
- Documentation And Reporting
- Advanced Life Support
- Critical decision-making skills
- Direct Patient Care
Certification
- National Registry Paramedic (NREMT)
- BLS
- ACLS
- PALS
- CPR
- State of Colorado certified Paramedic
- Colorado EMS Assistant Instructor Course
- Colorado EMS Primary Instructor Course
- NAEMT Tactical Combat Casualty Care Course Provider
- National Fire Academy Chief Officer Course
- National Fire Academy Health and Safety Officer Course
- Fire Department Safety Officer Course for Health and Safety
- Graduate of the Carl Holmes Executive Development Institution
- NIMS 100, 300, 700
- Red card wildland certification
- Fire Inspector I
- Fire Instructor I, II
- Firefighter I CMCB
- Firefighter II CMCB
- Hazardous Materials Awareness & Operations
- Colorado POST
- Aurora Police Certificate of Completion
- Patrol Bicycle Operator Course
- Reserve Douglas County Sheriff Deputy
- Basic SWAT Tactical Training Course
- Basic Rifle Operator course
References
References are available upon request.
Awards
- Distinguished public service award
- Citizen Citation award
- Special operation campaign ribbon for Century 16 theater shooting
- Medal of Honor for Century 16 theater shooting
- Emergency operation award x3
Timeline
E3 Airmen First Class/Pararescue/306th Rescue Squadron
United States Air Force Reserves
04.2017 - 01.2019
Emergency room technician
University of Colorado Hospital
08.2013 - 03.2014
Captain/Paramedic
Aurora Fire Rescue
06.2006 - Current
911 Dispatcher
Adams County Communications
03.2003 - 01.2010
Firefighter/Emergency Medical Technician
Greater Brighton Fire Protection District
02.2003 - 06.2006
Emergency Medical Technician
Saint Anthony's Hospital, Flight for Life
01.2001 - 01.2003
Bachelors of Arts -
University of Northern Colorado
Associates of Applied Science - Fire Service Technology
Red Rocks Community College
Associates of Applied Science - Emergency Medical Services/Paramedicine
Red Rocks Community College