Jonathan Barber
Hampton,GA
Summary
Resilient firefighter paramedic known for high productivity and superior patient care. Possess specialized skills in emergency medical response, fire suppression techniques, and hazardous materials handling. Excel in teamwork, problem-solving, and decision-making, ensuring safety and effectiveness in critical situations.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lt. Firefighter Paramedic
Butts County Commissioner's Office
Jackson , GA
09.2023 - Current
- Prepared detailed reports concerning all activities at emergency scenes.
- Transported injured persons safely from accident sites to hospitals for treatment.
- Facilitated public education programs about fire safety awareness.
- Collaborated with other emergency personnel when responding to accident scenes or acute illness calls requiring emergency medical care.
- Conducted fire drills at schools and businesses.
- Provided educational presentations regarding fire prevention techniques to local schools and businesses.
Firefighter Paramedic FTO
Coweta County Fire Rescue
Newnan, GA
09.2017 - 07.2023
- Operated specialized equipment such as pumps, aerial ladder trucks, and hazardous material units.
- Extinguished fires using water hoses, chemical extinguishers, smoke ejectors, and other tools.
- Transported injured persons safely from accident sites to hospitals for treatment.
- Attended trainings to maintain wealth of knowledge in firefighting techniques and suppression methods, enabling quick decision making during actual emergencies.
- Prepared detailed reports concerning all activities at emergency scenes.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Paramedic
AMR Dekalb County EMS
Stone Mountain, GA
08.2012 - 09.2018
- Monitored patients from scene to hospital transfer while conducting in-transit care.
- Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
- Saved lives by administering medications, monitoring cardiac output and performing emergency intubations.
- Responded quickly to medical emergencies to promote best possible health outcomes.
- Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs during transit.
- Reported infectious disease cases to appropriate medical authorities.
- Transported patients from accident scenes to hospitals in emergency vehicles.
- Communicated effectively with other healthcare professionals regarding patient condition and treatment plans.
- Operated specialized medical equipment such as ventilators, defibrillators, suction devices and stretchers.
Firefighter Paramedic
Riverdale Fire Department
Riverdale, GA
12.2014 - 09.2017
- Located victims trapped by fires, extricated and rendered first aid.
- Operated specialized equipment such as pumps, aerial ladder trucks, and hazardous material units.
- Communicated with other firefighters and emergency personnel to relay observations, equipment needs, and other relevant information.
- Tested and inspected tools, equipment and gear to maintain readiness for different fire scenarios.
- Inspected buildings to determine compliance with fire codes and fire prevention protocols.
- Located hydrants and operated pumps at proper pressure to evaluate adequacy of water system and availability of water supply.
- Observed strict safety protocols to maintain personal and coworker safety.
Education
GED -
Luella High School
Locust Grove, GA05-2006
Skills
- Medical assessment
- Report writing
- Patient transport
- Critical thinking
- Public education
- Rescue equipment proficiency
- Stress tolerance and resilience
- Emergency medical response
- Medical services administration
- Staff scheduling
- Administration and management
- Decision-making
Accomplishments
- Region 4 Excellence in Pediatric Care award 2025
- Multiple Cardiac Life Save awards
- Multiple Trauma Life Save awards
Certification
- ACLS
- BLS
- PALS
- GA PARAMEDIC P022558
- GA EMS INSTRUCTOR INS-0883
- NIMS 100;200;700;800
- EVOC-FAO
- CRASH VICTIM EXTRICATION
- NPQ-INSTRUCTOR 1
- GFSTC-FF1/FF2
- FIRE OFFICER 1/ FIRE OFFICER 2 - IN PROGRESS
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Lt. Firefighter Paramedic
Butts County Commissioner's Office
09.2023 - Current
Firefighter Paramedic FTO
Coweta County Fire Rescue
09.2017 - 07.2023
Firefighter Paramedic
Riverdale Fire Department
12.2014 - 09.2017
Paramedic
AMR Dekalb County EMS
08.2012 - 09.2018
GED -
Luella High School
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