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John Leach

Firefighter (Shift)
Alburnett,IA

Summary

Qualified Firefighter with a solid track record in emergency medical services and leadership. Successfully managed and coordinated field operations, ensuring optimal patient care and interdepartmental team efficiency. Demonstrated skills in team management and effective communication.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
8
8
Certifications

Work History

Paramedic Field Supervisor

Area Ambulance Service
Cedar Rapids, Nebraska
04.2022 - Current
  • Enhanced employee satisfaction by advocating for staff needs related to scheduling, workload distribution, and resource allocation.
  • Managed on-scene operations during emergencies, ensuring timely and effective delivery of medical services.
  • Responded to daily emergencies and worked alongside First Responders and EMTs.
  • Served as a mentor to junior paramedics, sharing knowledge of best practices in pre-hospital care while fostering teamwork among colleagues.
  • Developed strong relationships with local hospitals and emergency departments to facilitate seamless patient transfers.
  • Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.

Assistant Fire Chief

Alburnett/Otter Creek Fire Department
Alburnett , IA
06.2016 - Current
  • Established strong relationships with neighboring jurisdictions through mutual aid agreements and collaborative training efforts.
  • Assisted in grant writing efforts to secure additional funding for departmental projects or initiatives.
  • Oversaw proper implementation of best practices, policies and procedures in alignment with regulations and operational needs.
  • Educated the local community on fire safety practices through presentations at schools, businesses, and other public venues.
  • Demonstrated strong leadership skills while serving as a mentor to new firefighters, fostering a culture of teamwork and professionalism within the department.
  • Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
  • Collaborated with other emergency responders on scene to establish adequate fire suppression.

Education

Certificate - Paramedicine

Mercy College Of Health Science's
928 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309
08.2021 - 08.2022

High School Diploma -

Alburnett Community School District
131 Roosevelt St, Alburnett, Iowa, 52202
05.2001 -

Skills

Advanced life support

Quality improvement

Time management

Problem-solving

Multitasking

Operations management

Operational efficiency

Decision-making

Certification

Firefighter 1

Timeline

Firefighter 1

09-2024

ACLS

08-2022

Paramedic Field Supervisor

Area Ambulance Service
04.2022 - Current

PALS

04-2022

ICS 100

02-2022

ICS 200

02-2022

IS 5.A

02-2022

ICS 700

02-2022

ICS 800

02-2022

Certificate - Paramedicine

Mercy College Of Health Science's
08.2021 - 08.2022

Assistant Fire Chief

Alburnett/Otter Creek Fire Department
06.2016 - Current

High School Diploma -

Alburnett Community School District
05.2001 -
John LeachFirefighter (Shift)