Joshua Bostrom
Hardinsburg,KY
Summary
Proactive employee with experience executing quality care in high-pressure situations. Deep knowledge in Emergency Services and outstanding team communication skills. Proudly demonstrated commitment, compassion and reasoned thinking while performing tasks rapidly to enhance patient outcomes. WIth my years of experience in EMS and management experience, I feel I would be a great asset to Perry County Memorial EMS.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Medical Technician, CPST
Perry County Memorial Hospital EMS
Tell City, IN
11.2022 - Current
- Respond quickly to emergency calls, assess the situation and provide appropriate treatment for illnesses or injuries.
- Participated in continuing education courses to maintain certification requirements.
- Meet with community partners on infant and pediatric mortality.
- Performed hands-on installations of car seats to ensure proper fit and secure attachment.
Fire Chief
Cloverport City Fire
Cloverport, KY
09.2021 - 01.2023
- Plan direct and supervise through subordinate officers the activities of the fire department as specified in departmental policies & procedures
- Ensure adequate records are kept of all required maintenance and training
- Maintain an effective working relationship with all local government departments and carry out such additional duties as requested by the mayor
- Ensure that inquiries and complaints regarding fire department activities or responsibilities are handled promptly, efficiently, effectively and with courtesy
- Liaise with representatives of neighboring fire departments to ensure adequate mutual aid agreements are made for mitigating major emergency incidents
- Participate in the local and regional emergency planning process
- Participate in Fire Chiefs' Association at the local or regional level
- Other related duties as assigned by the mayor.
- Managed daily operations of the Fire Department by developing policies and procedures related to safety, training, recruitment and retention, records management, discipline and administrative issues.
- Provided leadership and direction to department personnel in the development and implementation of fire prevention, suppression, hazardous materials, emergency medical services, technical rescue and public education programs.
- Reviewed reports from subordinate staff regarding operational performance metrics such as response times.
- Established relationships with local government officials to coordinate mutual aid agreements for emergency response activities.
- Collaborated with other community stakeholders on initiatives related to public safety information sharing systems.
- Responded to emergency incidents at various locations within the jurisdiction when necessary.
- Maintained an inventory of supplies and equipment needed for responding to emergencies efficiently.
- Ensured proper maintenance of vehicles and equipment used by firefighters.
- Participated in professional organizations in order to stay abreast of industry trends.
- Attended meetings with city council members or other governmental agencies as required.
- Developed strategies for increasing public awareness about fire safety measures.
Stamping Team Leader
Toyotetsu Mid America
Owensboro, KY
10.2021 - 11.2022
- Developed strategies for problem solving and conflict resolution among team members.
- Provided coaching and feedback on employee performance, encouraging professional development.
- Monitored daily workflow to ensure adherence to established policies and procedures.
- Established clear expectations for employees, providing guidance when needed.
- Identified opportunities for process optimization using Lean Six Sigma principles.
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure alignment of goals across teams.
- Maintained a positive work environment that promoted collaboration between team members.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations in the workplace.
- Offered training and support to keep team members motivated and working toward objectives.
- Kept work areas clean, neat and free of safety hazards to maximize efficiency.
Stamping Press Operator
Toyotetsu Mid America
Owensboro, KY
04.2021 - 10.2021
- Starts assembly and production machinery at beginning of shift
- Monitors equipment to ensure that products are being assembled properly
- Makes sure that workstation is clean and free of hazardous materials
- Addresses problems with production equipment and machinery and fixes them as needed
- Cleans equipment
- Observes and removes faulty product parts from assembly line
- Inspects assembled products to ensure they are up to quality standards
- Affixes labels, company logos, and other exterior details to products
- Packs up completed products and prepares them for shipment
- Keeps factory floor clean
- Unloads, organizes, and stocks shipments
- Adheres to all safety guidelines dictation the production and handling of materials in the factory
- Ensures that all production deadlines are met.
Emergency Medical Technician - Basic
Breckenridge Central EMS
Hardinsburg, KY
09.2014 - 07.2021
- Safe and efficient operation of ambulances and other company equipment
- Basic life support treatment and transportation of sick and injured persons
- Providing emergency medical treatment, while not exceeding the level of skill, training and certification of the individual employee
- Full compliance with all applicable state, local, and federal regulations and laws, pertaining to but not limited to protocols, standards of care, motor vehicle operations, and patient rights
- Observes patient, records significant conditions and treatments rendered
- Takes temperature, pulse, blood pressure, and other vital signs to detect deviations from normal and assess condition of patient
- Performs EKG's
- Assist with ALS interventions
- Prepares inventories and stocks supplies and inspects equipment for proper operation
- Clean and disinfect interior of ambulance
- Cleans and details exterior of ambulance
- Cleaning and maintaining the cleanliness and proper stocking of the ambulance, company vehicles, equipment, office, lounge, and bathrooms
- Other duties as assigned by Administration.
Service Excellence Advisor
Perry County Memorial Hospital
Tell City, IN
01.2021 - 04.2021
- Attend A team meetings
- Attend seminars and bring back knowledge to improve customer satisfaction
- Create and implement employee orientation
- Recruitment.
Pediatric Outreach Coordinator / EMT-B / CPST
Perry County Memorial Hospital
Tell City, IN
08.2017 - 04.2021
- Teach child safety restraint safety to parents and care givers
- IT support
- Inspect and install the child restraint
- Teach Safe Sleep to parents and care givers
- Create and organize a Safe Kids Collation in Perry County
- Report to Indiana Homeland Security, Safe Kids World Wide, PCMH A Team
- Work with Dep
- Of Child Based Services on emergency inspection calls at the clients residence
- Act as Field Training Officer
- Organize and implement new hire orientation
- Organize and manage all reporting data at the Admin and State level
- Prepares inventories and stocks supplies and inspects equipment for proper operation
- Safe and efficient operation of ambulances and other company equipment
- Basic life support treatment and transportation of sick and injured persons
- Providing emergency medical treatment, while not exceeding the level of skill, training and certification of the individual employee
- Full compliance with all applicable state, local, and federal regulations and laws, pertaining to but not limited to protocols, standards of care, motor vehicle operations, and patient rights
- Clean and disinfect interior of ambulance
- Cleans and details exterior of ambulance
- Cleaning and maintaining the cleanliness and proper stocking of the ambulance, company vehicles, equipment, office, lounge, and bathrooms.
Head Archery Coach
Cloverport Independent Schools
Cloverport, KY
08.2015 - 03.2018
- Instructed students on proper archery form, safety and technique.
- Demonstrated and evaluated student performance in shooting drills.
- Maintained a safe environment for all participants.
- Developed lesson plans to best suit individual needs of each student.
- Provided feedback and guidance to help improve accuracy and consistency.
- Organized tournaments and competitions for archers of varying skill levels.
- Conducted equipment maintenance such as restringing bows, tuning arrows and adjusting sights.
- Reviewed range rules and regulations with students prior to shooting sessions.
- Created a positive learning atmosphere by providing encouragement throughout lessons.
Plant Safety Manager
WGS GLOBAL SERVICES, LC
Tell City, IN
07.2012 - 07.2017
- Assessed overall company safety, identified areas in need of improvement and spearheaded changes to protect personnel
- Performed regular safety hazard assessments to reduce risks and promote positive behaviors at all levels
- Reviewed standard operating procedures against optimal safety standards to verify company conformance and employee adherence with policies
- Investigated industrial accidents, injuries or occupational diseases to determine causes and preventive measures
- Developed team communications and information for meetings
- Led projects and analyzed data to identify opportunities for improvement
- Developed and implemented performance improvement strategies and plans to promote continuous improvement
- Performed duties in accordance with all applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere
- Promoted worksite safety by implementing enhanced lockout and tagout maintenance processes
- Reduced injuries among personnel to 40% with development and implementation of robust safety programs and policies.
Assistant Manager
Little Dave's
Hardinsburg, KY
10.2010 - 07.2012
- Upheld a high standard of customer service
- Managed daily reports of transactions
- Pursued sales leads to advance restaurant growth
- Ordered and stocked restaurant merchandise
- Recruited, interviewed and hired individuals who brought passion, dedication, and enthusiasm to the team
- Handled all employee scheduling
- Counseled, mentored and disciplined staff.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Paramedicine
Owensboro Community And Technical College
Owensboro, KY05-2024
High School Diploma -
Breckinridge County High School
05-2009
Skills
- Regulations and compliance
- Risk Identification
- Safety hazards analysis
- Incident Investigation
- Training Program Development
- Developing training programs
- New Employee Orientation
- Critical Thinking
- Ambulance operations
- Emergency medical care
Certification
- NREMT-B
- EMT-B Kentucky
- EMT-B Indiana
- ACLS
- PALS
- PHTLS
- PHAT
- Archery Instructor
- Child Passenger Safety Technician
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Emergency Medical Technician, CPST
Perry County Memorial Hospital EMS
11.2022 - Current
Stamping Team Leader
Toyotetsu Mid America
10.2021 - 11.2022
Fire Chief
Cloverport City Fire
09.2021 - 01.2023
Stamping Press Operator
Toyotetsu Mid America
04.2021 - 10.2021
Service Excellence Advisor
Perry County Memorial Hospital
01.2021 - 04.2021
Pediatric Outreach Coordinator / EMT-B / CPST
Perry County Memorial Hospital
08.2017 - 04.2021
Head Archery Coach
Cloverport Independent Schools
08.2015 - 03.2018
Emergency Medical Technician - Basic
Breckenridge Central EMS
09.2014 - 07.2021
Plant Safety Manager
WGS GLOBAL SERVICES, LC
07.2012 - 07.2017
Assistant Manager
Little Dave's
10.2010 - 07.2012
Associate of Applied Science - Paramedicine
Owensboro Community And Technical College
High School Diploma -
Breckinridge County High School
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