Jonathan Price
Columbus,USA
Summary
Dedicated firefighter with over 5 years of experience in emergency response and fire suppression. Proficient in life-saving techniques and skilled in operating equipment and fire apparatus. Proficient in fire suppression techniques, rescue operations, and providing emergency medical care. Strong communicator with the ability to work effectively in high-pressure situations and collaborate with diverse teams. Skilled in effectively working under pressure in high-stress environments to ensure public safety. Committed to continuous training and development to stay current with firefighting technologies and practices.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Part Time Paramedic
Polk County EMS
Columbus, NC
01.2022 - Current
- 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.
- Enhanced team efficiency through clear communication and collaboration during high-pressure emergency situations.
- Responded to daily emergencies and worked alongside firemen and EMTs.
- Coordinated with other emergency services personnel such as police officers and firefighters during complex incidents for optimal scene management and resource allocation.
- Administered fluid replacement via IV, IO, and IM to replace fluid volumes and correct electrolyte imbalances.
- Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome.
- Managed challenging or combative patients using de-escalation techniques and appropriate physical restraints when necessary, prioritizing safety for both the patient and medical team.
- Trained new paramedics on proper procedures and protocols to maintain best practices and promote great patient care.
Full Time Firefighter/EMT/ Technical Rescuer
Etowah Horseshoe Fire and Rescue
03.2020 - Current
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills while serving as a mentor to new firefighters, fostering a culture of teamwork and professionalism within the department.
- Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
- Utilized technical expertise in operating specialized firefighting equipment such as aerial ladders, hydraulic extrication tools, and thermal imaging cameras.
- Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities.
- Trained new firefighters to comply with safety protocols and equipment usage.
- Contributed to positive outcomes during multi-agency responses by effectively collaborating with law enforcement personnel, paramedics, and other emergency service providers.
- Educated the local community on fire safety practices through presentations at schools, businesses, and other public venues.
- Provided station tours, pre-incident surveys and installed smoke detectors to provide fire education to public.
EMT/ Technical Rescuer
Polk County Rescue Squad
Polk County, USA
04.2015 - Current
- Provide patient care and ambulance transport to sick and injured persons. Perform vehicle extrication as well as high angle rope rescue, swiftwater rescue and locate missing and lost persons. Provide rehabilitation services to firefighters on scene of structure fires. Also responsible for completing station chores and truck checks during the shift.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering appropriate treatments based on thorough assessments of vital signs, physical conditions, and medical histories.
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently assessing and addressing medical emergencies in high-pressure situations.
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
- Ensured accurate documentation of patient information, assessment findings, interventions performed, and overall condition by completing detailed reports in compliance with legal requirements and industry standards.
- Increased public trust in EMS services by maintaining a professional demeanor during interactions with patients, families, bystanders, and other healthcare professionals at all times.
Part Time Firefighter/EMT/ Technical Rescuer
Columbus Fire Department
Columbus, North Carolina, USA
10.2011 - 02.2025
- Part Time Firefighter/EMT/Technical Rescuer Respond to fire, medical and rescue emergencies and safely provide incident mitigation. Provide patient care to sick and injured persons. Extinguish fires (such as brush, vehicle, structure) and perform vehicle extrication as well as high angle rope rescue, swiftwater rescue and locate missing and lost persons. Also responsible for completing station chores and truck checks during the shift.
Part Time Firefighter/EMT/ Technical Rescuer
Green Creek Fire Department
Columbus, North Carolina, USA
12.2019 - 03.2020
- Respond to fire, medical and rescue emergencies and safely provide incident mitigation. Provide patient care to sick and injured persons. Extinguish fires (such as brush, vehicle, structure) and perform vehicle extrication as well as high angle rope rescue, swiftwater rescue and locate missing and lost persons. Also responsible for completing station chores and truck checks during the shift.
Part Time EMT/ Technical Rescuer
Hickory Nut Gorge EMS and Rescue
09.2019 - 12.2019
- Provide patient care and ambulance transport to sick and injured persons. Perform vehicle extrication as well as high angle rope rescue, swiftwater rescue and locate missing and lost persons. Provide rehabilitation services to firefighters on scene of structure fires. Also responsible for completing station chores and truck checks during the shift.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Emergency and Disaster Management
Western Carolina University
01.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Cleveland Community College
01.2017
Associate of Science - undefined
Cleveland Community College
01.2017
Skills
- Teamwork
- Problem-Solving
- Critical Thinking and Decision Making
- Leadership
- Dependable
- Communication
- Interpersonal Skills
- Loyalty
- Equipment/Vehicle Operation
- Fire Suppression
- Technical Rescue
- Incident Command
Accomplishments
- Received the chief's award at Columbus Fire Rescue in 2017.
- Received most training hours award at Columbus Fire Rescue in 2017.
- Received and allocated grant funding for Polk County Rescue Squad to acquire a new battery operated stretcher.
- Received the squadman of the year award in 2019.
- Received the paid firefighter of the year at Etowah Horseshoe Fire and Rescue in 2022.
- Received an accommodation award at Etowah Horseshoe Fire and Rescue for going above and beyond the call of duty during hurricane helene in 2024.
Timeline
Part Time Paramedic
Polk County EMS
01.2022 - Current
Full Time Firefighter/EMT/ Technical Rescuer
Etowah Horseshoe Fire and Rescue
03.2020 - Current
Part Time Firefighter/EMT/ Technical Rescuer
Green Creek Fire Department
12.2019 - 03.2020
Part Time EMT/ Technical Rescuer
Hickory Nut Gorge EMS and Rescue
09.2019 - 12.2019
EMT/ Technical Rescuer
Polk County Rescue Squad
04.2015 - Current
Part Time Firefighter/EMT/ Technical Rescuer
Columbus Fire Department
10.2011 - 02.2025
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Cleveland Community College
Associate of Science - undefined
Cleveland Community College
Bachelor of Science - Emergency and Disaster Management
Western Carolina University