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Kaleb Westerman

Harrisburg,SD

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Immediately

Desired Job Title

ParamedicParamedic Field Training OfficerEMS Educator

Work Type

Part Time

Location Preference

On-SiteHybridRemote
Location: Harrisburg, SD, USSioux Falls, SD
Open to relocation: No

Salary Range

$18/hr - $40/hr

Summary

Dynamic Paramedic Field Training Officer with expertise in advanced life support and critical decision-making. Enhanced patient outcomes through effective triaging and providing life saving interventions. Delivered thorough training programs, fostering team performance and operational readiness while upholding safety protocols in high-pressure environments.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
7
7
Certification

Work History

Paramedic Field Training Officer

PatientCare EMS
07.2023 - 09.2025
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive pre-hospital emergency care and advanced life saving interventions.
  • Identified appropriate medications based on potential interactions with other medicines, accurately calculating correct dosages according to drugs on hand and patient's weight.
  • Managed challenging scenes with multiple casualties by triaging patients, prioritizing patient care, delegating tasks efficiently, and maintaining clear communication among team members.
  • Established airway management techniques when necessary for patients with respiratory distress or failure.
  • Created detailed reports documenting each call's events from start to finish while maintaining accuracy and confidentiality.
  • Delivered comprehensive training programs to new paramedics, enhancing operational readiness and team performance.
  • Collaborated with management to refine training materials, improving clarity and effectiveness of instructional content.
  • Upheld strict safety regulations for both self and team members while navigating through hazardous situations.

EMT-Basic

PatientCare EMS
01.2022 - 07.2023
  • Administered basic life support to patients during emergency situations.
  • Assisted in patient assessment and vital sign monitoring.
  • Communicated effectively with medical teams to ensure coordinated care.
  • Learned and applied safety protocols for handling medical equipment.
  • Participated in training sessions to enhance emergency response skills.
  • Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of emergency response vehicles.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biology

University of Sioux Falls
Sioux Falls, SD

Skills

  • Critical decision-making skills
  • Airway management
  • Intravenous therapy
  • Advanced life support
  • Cardiac monitoring
  • Geriatric care
  • Mass casualty incident response
  • Obstetric emergencies
  • Pediatric care
  • Scene management
  • Direct patient care
  • Vital signs assessment and monitoring
  • CPR
  • Patient assessments
  • Safety protocols
  • Patient transport
  • Medication administration
  • Documentation and reporting

Certification

  • Current national paramedic license
  • Current South Dakota paramedic license
  • Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
  • Advanced Medical Life Support (AMLS)
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
  • Pre-hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS)

Timeline

Paramedic Field Training Officer

PatientCare EMS
07.2023 - 09.2025

EMT-Basic

PatientCare EMS
01.2022 - 07.2023

Bachelor of Science - Biology

University of Sioux Falls

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