Justin Ortega
Houston,TX
Summary
Experienced EMS professional and military veteran with a strong background in emergency medical services, emergency management, and firefighting. Skilled in diverse settings, including city, urban, and rural environments. Proven ability to excel under pressure, deliver timely life-saving interventions, and collaborate effectively within teams. Demonstrates strong leadership and unwavering commitment to advancing emergency response capabilities.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Firefighter/EMT-Basic
Harris County Emergency Svcs Dist 12
Houston, TX
01.2024 - Current
- Assisted in responding to emergency calls, assessing situations, and providing necessary medical aid.
- Responded immediately to alarms for fires, vehicle accidents, and other emergency situations.
- Participated in training drills and exercises to maintain proficiency in fire suppression tactics.
Emergency Medical Technician
Code 4 Emergency Medical Service
Austin , TX
08.2021 - 09.2024
- Assisted in providing medical care to patients with life-threatening conditions and injuries.
- Implemented emergency protocols to execute basic life support measures in critical scenarios.
- Promptly responded to emergency calls, evaluating conditions and delivering suitable medical care for various ailments and injuries.
Occupational Health and Safety Officer
Tang and company - Care on site.
Austin , TX
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Conducted safety training programs showcasing proper safety equipment usage
- Responded to medical emergencies and delivered prompt medical assistance.
- Verified compliance with government safety standards for workplace environments, equipment, and practices.
- Produced technical reports, performed data entry, and generated queries for multiple safety and health databases.
Firefighter
Burnet Fire Department
Burnet, TX
08.2022 - 02.2023
- Collaborated with other emergency personnel when responding to accident scenes or acute illness calls requiring emergency medical care.
- Responded immediately to alarms for fires, vehicle accidents and other emergency situations.
- Cleaned, serviced and maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
Emergency Medical Technician - Basic
American Medical Response, AMR - 911 system
Milam, TX
11.2020 - 11.2022
- Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs during transit.
- Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
- Documented calls in reports detailing incident type and course of treatment.
Emergency Department Technician
Orlando Health
Orlando, FL
08.2019 - 08.2020
- Assisted nurses and doctors with patient care by taking vital signs, administering medications, providing wound care, and collecting specimens.
- Performed EKGs on patients to monitor heart rate and rhythm as requested by physician or nurse.
- Maintained accurate records of patient medical histories, treatments, and test results in accordance with hospital policies.
Noncommissioned Training Officer
United States Marine Corps, USMC
Oahu , Hawaii
08.2014 - 08.2018
- Developed and implemented comprehensive training programs for new staff members.
- Created and maintained a database of employee training records.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate the effectiveness of current training methods.
Education
Emergency Management
Austin Community College (Currently Enrolled)
Austin, TXSkills
- Hazard Identification
- Basic Life Support
- EVOC Certified
- Problem Anticipation and Resolution
- Emergency Management
- Prehospital Care
Certification
• TCFP Basic Structure Firefighter.
• Texas State Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians.
• Basic Life Support – American Heart Association.
• Emergency Vehicle Operation Course Completion certification.
• IS-00100.c -Introduction to Incident Command System, ICS-100 Certification.
• IS-00200.c -Basic Incident Command System for Initial Response Certification.
• IS-00700.b- An Introduction to the National Incident Management System Certification.
Timeline
Firefighter/EMT-Basic
Harris County Emergency Svcs Dist 12
01.2024 - Current
Occupational Health and Safety Officer
Tang and company - Care on site.
01.2023 - 01.2024
Firefighter
Burnet Fire Department
08.2022 - 02.2023
Emergency Medical Technician
Code 4 Emergency Medical Service
08.2021 - 09.2024
Emergency Medical Technician - Basic
American Medical Response, AMR - 911 system
11.2020 - 11.2022
Emergency Department Technician
Orlando Health
08.2019 - 08.2020
Noncommissioned Training Officer
United States Marine Corps, USMC
08.2014 - 08.2018
Emergency Management
Austin Community College (Currently Enrolled)
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