Karyn Black
Athens,AL
Summary
Fast-thinking Emergency Medical Technician with 9 years of experience. Known for efficiency and accuracy in stressful situations with excellent decision-making skills and attention to detail. Dedicated to comprehensive and compassionate patient care.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
EMT-B
Athens EMS
11.2021 - Current
- Reduced response times by effectively utilizing advanced navigation tools and prioritizing dispatch calls.
- Administered CPR, oxygen and other life-saving medical treatments.
- Trained new EMTs on proper protocols and procedures.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Communicated with patients about pain, comfort, and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
- Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
- Maintained optimal ambulance readiness by regularly inspecting vehicles for cleanliness, functionality, and proper stock levels.
- Assessed medical conditions of patients in pre-hospital settings.
- Immobilized patient for placement on stretcher and ambulance transport.
- Responded to 911 calls for medical emergencies.
- Followed all safety protocols and took necessary precautions while providing care.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation of treatments to enable tracking history and safeguard information.
- Ensured patient safety by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of emergency care protocols and procedures.
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Transported patients to medical facilities and provided transportation to follow-up appointments.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Assisted with lifting and moving patients.
- Handled patient transfers from one medical facility to another.
EMT-B
Cullman EMS
06.2018 - 11.2021
- Same description listed above
Veterinary Assistant
Countryside Veterinary Small Animal Clinic
06.2002 - 04.2008
- Fostered positive relationships clients staff vendors community members promote collaborative inclusive atmosphere professional growth.
- Provided customer support to clients, answering questions and addressing concerns.
- Helped with training of new veterinary assistants and support staff to improve individuals' capabilities.
- Monitored laboratory animal behavior and health.
- Collaborated with veterinary staff to provide exceptional customer service while managing phone calls and front desk tasks.
- Reduced stress for patients with calming techniques during exams and procedures, creating a positive experience.
- Cleaned, sterilized and maintained surgical instruments and equipment.
- Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.
- Collected and prepared specimens and samples for outside laboratory analysis.
- Assisted in emergency situations effectively providing first aid or life-saving measures under veterinarian supervision.
- Restrained animals for examination and treatment.
- Assisted veterinarian during immunologic, medical, surgical, and diagnostic procedures.
- Prepared animals for surgical procedures.
- Administered injections, oral medications and topically applied medications prescribed by veterinarian.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
- Managed medical intervention and therapy for animals in collaboration with veterinarian.
- Cleaned, sterilized and maintained kennels, operating rooms, and surgical equipment.
- Monitored vital signs and provided nursing care for animals.
Education
No Degree - General Studies
University of Alabama At Huntsville
Huntsville, ALNo Degree - General Studies
Motlow State
Lynchburg, TNNo Degree - Emergency Medical Technology
Wallace State Community College - Hanceville
Hanceville, ALNo Degree - Emergency Medical Technology
Calhoun Community College
Tanner, AL12.2015
Skills
- Oxygen Therapy Application
- Patient evaluations
- Vital sign assessment
- Basic Life Support
- Patient Transport
- Rapport Building
- Burn Treatment Procedures
- Neurological Assessments
- Emergency Treatment Procedures
- Ambulance Decontamination
- Patient Positioning
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
- Oxygen Equipment
- Emergency vehicle operation
- Patient Assessments
Timeline
EMT-B
Athens EMS
11.2021 - Current
EMT-B
Cullman EMS
06.2018 - 11.2021
Veterinary Assistant
Countryside Veterinary Small Animal Clinic
06.2002 - 04.2008
No Degree - General Studies
University of Alabama At Huntsville
No Degree - General Studies
Motlow State
No Degree - Emergency Medical Technology
Wallace State Community College - Hanceville
No Degree - Emergency Medical Technology
Calhoun Community College
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