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Joel Ball

Remus,Michigan

Summary

Accomplished Paramedic Field Training Officer and Firefighter with a proven track record at Mobile Medical Response Inc. and Wheatland Township Fire and Rescue. Excelled in mentoring, advanced life support, and airway management, significantly enhancing patient care and team proficiency. Demonstrated exceptional leadership and calm under pressure, ensuring high-quality emergency response and patient outcomes.

Professional with experience in emergency medical services and field training. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs. Skilled in advanced life support, patient care, and emergency response. Reliable, effective communicator with leadership abilities and problem-solving skills.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Paramedic Field Training Officer

Mobile Medical Response Inc.
02.2011 - Current
  • Mentored and trained new paramedics, enhancing their skills and knowledge through hands-on instruction and real-world experience.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive pre-hospital emergency care and advanced life support interventions.
  • Administered medications as required based on protocols or under the direction of a physician via radio communication during emergencies.
  • Assisted patients experiencing cardiac arrest by performing CPR immediately upon arrival at the scene.
  • Collaborated with emergency medical teams to ensure seamless patient handoffs, leading to improved continuity of care.

Firefighter

Wheatland Township Fire and Rescue
01.2010 - Current
  • Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
  • Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
  • Demonstrated strong leadership skills while serving as a mentor to new firefighters, fostering a culture of teamwork and professionalism within the department.
  • Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, administering CPR and first aid as needed.
  • Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.

Paramedic

Mobile Medical Response Inc.
02.2010 - 02.2011
  • Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
  • Delivered compassionate care to patients with a variety of medical emergencies, including cardiac arrests, traumas, strokes, and respiratory distress.

EMT-Basic

Mobile Medical Response Inc.
07.2007 - 02.2010
  • Assisted paramedics with advanced life support interventions when necessary, acting as an integral part of the emergency response team.
  • Assessed patient conditions, maintaining calm demeanor in urgent situations.
  • Managed stressful situations calmly under pressure while maintaining composure to provide the best care possible for patients experiencing traumatic events.
  • Utilized ambulances and other vehicles to transport patients to medical facilities.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Lansing Community College
Lansing, MI
12-2024

Skills

  • Airway management
  • Vehicle extrication
  • Intravenous therapy
  • Advanced life support
  • Cardiac monitoring
  • Geriatric care
  • Behavioral emergencies
  • Obstetric emergencies
  • Continuing education
  • Pediatric care
  • Scene management
  • IV insertion

Certification

  • Michigan Driver's License
  • Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification (PALS)
  • Registered Nurse License (RN) – Michigan Board of Nursing.
  • EMS Instructor Coordinator
  • Pre Hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS)

Timeline

Paramedic Field Training Officer

Mobile Medical Response Inc.
02.2011 - Current

Paramedic

Mobile Medical Response Inc.
02.2010 - 02.2011

Firefighter

Wheatland Township Fire and Rescue
01.2010 - Current

EMT-Basic

Mobile Medical Response Inc.
07.2007 - 02.2010

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Lansing Community College

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