Jose H. Becerra
Madera,CA
Summary
Adept in bilingual communication and thriving under pressure, I leveraged my critical thinking and customer service skills at American Ambulance to enhance patient outcomes and foster team collaboration. I have demonstrated excellence in emergency response and patient care, ensuring readiness and adaptability across diverse situations. I have strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with a proven ability to adapt quickly to new environments. I am eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. I bring a positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Events/Disaster Response Team
American Ambulance
03.2020 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Paramedic
American Ambulance
09.2011 - 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.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments, treatments, and interventions.
- Worked en-route to hospital to prepare patients for arrival or surgery and control wounds.
- Documented patient care accurately using electronic medical records software according to regulatory guidelines for billing purposes and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
- Transferred patients safely and securely to medical facilities for continued care.
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
- Ensured patient safety by adhering to strict protocols for proper lifting techniques, equipment use, and infection control.
- Identified appropriate medications based on potential interactions with other medicines, accurately calculating correct dosages according to drugs on hand and patient's weight.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities such as conferences or workshops to stay current on best practices in pre-hospital emergency medicine.
- Promoted health equity within the community by offering culturally sensitive care to diverse populations while respecting individual preferences or needs.
- Managed challenging or combative patients using de-escalation techniques and appropriate physical restraints when necessary, prioritizing safety for both the patient and medical team.
- Provided critical incident stress debriefing to fellow emergency medical services personnel following traumatic calls, fostering a supportive work environment for all team members.
- Attended training classes to maintain certification licensure, keep abreast of new developments in field and maintain existing knowledge.
- Took patient health histories and asked questions to determine cause of illness or injury.
EMT
American Ambulance
03.2005 - 09.2011
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Maintained a clean and organized ambulance, ensuring optimal readiness for emergency calls.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies, ensuring adequate stock levels for effective emergency response.
Sales Associate
Home Depot
06.1999 - 03.2004
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
Education
No Degree - Paramedicine
Fresno County
Fresno08-2011
Associate of Science - Fire Technology
College of San Mateo
San Mateo, CA06-2004
High School Diploma -
Woodside High School
Woodside, CA06-1992
Skills
- Bilingual Spanish/English
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Flexible and adaptable
- Dependable and responsible
- Multitasking Abilities
- Critical thinking
- Calm under pressure
- Active listening
- Customer service
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with teams in the development of disaster response during LA fires this past January, Bakersfield fires last summer, and San Francisco APSO before the Disaster team was created. Covered special events at the Savemart Center and Fresno Fairgrounds for over a decade.
Certification
- Incident Command System Certifications 100/200/700/800 – Federal Emergency Management Agency's Independent Study Program.
- Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations Level Training – Department of Homeland Security, FEMA, or accredited entities.
- Certified Emergency Vehicle Operator (CEVO or EVOC)- Various issuing bodies, including state-specific programs or national safety councils.
- Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) - National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians.
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers - American Heart Association.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Special Events/Disaster Response Team
American Ambulance
03.2020 - Current
Paramedic
American Ambulance
09.2011 - Current
EMT
American Ambulance
03.2005 - 09.2011
Sales Associate
Home Depot
06.1999 - 03.2004
- Incident Command System Certifications 100/200/700/800 – Federal Emergency Management Agency's Independent Study Program.
- Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations Level Training – Department of Homeland Security, FEMA, or accredited entities.
- Certified Emergency Vehicle Operator (CEVO or EVOC)- Various issuing bodies, including state-specific programs or national safety councils.
- Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) - National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians.
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers - American Heart Association.
No Degree - Paramedicine
Fresno County
Associate of Science - Fire Technology
College of San Mateo
High School Diploma -
Woodside High School
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