Keith Koerber
Paramedic
Sebring,FL
Summary
Dedicated and highly experienced Paramedic seeking to join Ambitrans Ambulance Service, bringing more than three decades of prehospital, emergency department, and military rescue experience. Committed to delivering safe, efficient, and compassionate patient transport while upholding Ambitrans’ standards for clinical excellence, rapid response, and professional integrity. Skilled in rapid assessment, clinical decision‑making, and critical/high‑acuity patient care in both ground and air transport environments, with a proven ability to remain calm, focused, and effective during complex medical emergencies.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Paramedic
Aloha Medical Transport
01.2026 - Current
- Administered emergency medical care to patients during transport, ensuring safety and comfort.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Assisted in the training of new team members on protocols and emergency response techniques.
- Operated advanced life support equipment effectively, enhancing patient outcomes during critical situations.
- Demonstrated strong communication skills while coordinating with dispatchers and emergency personnel during calls.
Emergency Department Paramedic
HCA Highlands Regional Medical Center
03.2022 - 12.2025
- Performed triage and documented vital signs, facilitating early critical-care communication. Supervised patient flow and coordinated room assignments to streamline operations.
- Initiate IV access using ultrasound guidance, secure lab specimens, conduct 12-lead EKGs, and facilitate monitoring/oxygen therapy.
- Execute transport of admitted patients to inpatient units, emphasizing thorough and accurate handoff communication.
Campus Emergency Response Team (CERT) Paramedic
Mayo Clinic
2020 - 2022
- Coordinated actions for code 250 code blue brain attack and rapid response events across campus.
- Safeguarded and transferred medical and trauma patients via foot response or miniature emergency response vehicle (MERV)
- Executed daily operational checks on certification equipment to uphold quality standards. Facilitated IV and lab draws for educational staff, improving overall patient throughput.
Emergency Department Paramedic
Mayo Clinic
2012 - 2020
- Conducted triage, IV/lab draws, USIV placement, EKGs, and monitoring for urgent patients.
- Coordinated safe movement and delivery of admitted patients to inpatient units.
Emergency Department Tech II
St. Vincent’s Medical Center South
2010 - 2012
- Executed triage, performed IV and lab draws, conducted EKGs, administered oxygen therapy, and facilitated patient transport.
- Coordinated supply inventory and facilitated room turnover activities.
- Provided OCL splint application, conducted wound care activities, and assisted in placement of Foley and NG tubes.
- Engaged in ED unit council aimed at refining workflow and increasing patient satisfaction.
Rescue Swimmer Instructor / Master Training Specia
U.S. Navy Active Duty
2000 - 2011
- Functioned as combat search and rescue medical technician-paramedic in Kuwait, Iraq, and northern Persian Gulf.
- Served as Instructor, Instructor Evaluator, Leading Petty Officer, and Master Training Specialist.
- Crafted comprehensive 74-page advanced emergency treatment protocol aimed at improving prehospital care standards.
- Achieved zero mishaps while supervising high-risk training for more than 300 students each year. Guided junior instructors toward obtaining master training specialist certifications.
Search and Rescue Medical Technician
U.S. Navy
1991 - 1999
- Recorded more than 2400 flight hours alongside completion of 200+ search and rescue and medical evacuation missions.
- Honored with three Navy & Marine Corps Commendation Medals, notably for heroic actions during 1997 Big Sur flood rescue.
- Managed ambulance and emergency room operations at Naval Station Guantanamo Bay. Performed as sole ALS air-evacuation paramedic for transfers to U.S., Puerto Rico, Haiti, and Jamaica.
Education
Education And Cerifications
Skills
- Over 35 years of emergency medical experience across civilian, hospital‑based, and military environments
- Florida Licensed Paramedic with AHA BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP certifications
- Retired US Navy Veteran with extensive flight and rescue operations as the sole medical provider during fixed‑ and rotary‑wing missions
- Proven ability to make rapid, sound decisions in high‑stress, high‑acuity situations
- Strong leadership, reliability, and a mission‑focused work ethic
- Comprehensive documentation skills
Timeline
Paramedic
Aloha Medical Transport
01.2026 - Current
Emergency Department Paramedic
HCA Highlands Regional Medical Center
03.2022 - 12.2025
Campus Emergency Response Team (CERT) Paramedic
Mayo Clinic
2020 - 2022
Emergency Department Paramedic
Mayo Clinic
2012 - 2020
Emergency Department Tech II
St. Vincent’s Medical Center South
2010 - 2012
Rescue Swimmer Instructor / Master Training Specia
U.S. Navy Active Duty
2000 - 2011
Search and Rescue Medical Technician
U.S. Navy
1991 - 1999
Education And Cerifications