Kevin Brace
Summary
Experienced with analyzing medical and vocational evidence to determine eligibility for disability benefits. Utilizes comprehensive knowledge of disability regulations and policies to ensure accurate assessments. Track record of effective communication and thorough documentation, ensuring fair and just evaluations.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Disability Examiner
Florida Department of Health
08.2023 - Current
- Fostered a positive work environment through active participation in staff meetings, trainings, and professional development opportunities.
- Streamlined communication between internal departments by developing clear written correspondence related to case updates or requests for additional information.
- Expedited decision-making process for disability claims by effectively managing a high-volume caseload under strict deadlines.
- Handled sensitive personal information with discretion while adhering to strict confidentiality guidelines set forth by the Social Security Administration.
- Assisted claimants in understanding their rights and responsibilities throughout the application process, enhancing customer satisfaction levels.
- Reduced error rates by consistently applying critical thinking skills to analyze and interpret complex medical records and test results.
- Researched claims and incident information to deliver solutions and resolve problems.
- Maintained contact with claimants and attorneys to determine treatment status.
Assembly Line Worker
Petroleum Containment
04.2022 - Current
- Used established assembly instructions to complete jobs quickly, accurately and with zero errors.
- Assembled components with minimal supervision, exceeding expected project milestones.
- Boxed, labeled and transported items to support assembly operations.
- Assisted quality assurance by inspecting items and removing defective parts.
- Performed hand-finishing of final products after assembling component parts for items.
- Completed durable assemblies and subassemblies with hand and power tools.
- Buffed out minor scratches and imperfections to improve product quality.
Delivery Driver
DP Logistics
09.2021 - 04.2022
- Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
- Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
- Completed rush deliveries on tight timetables to satisfy customer needs.
- Delivered packages to customer doorsteps and business offices.
- Loaded truck and properly secured items to prevent damage for deliveries.
- Performed walk around on delivery vehicle before beginning shift to verify correct and safe operating order.
Emergency Medical Technician
Liberty Ambulance
09.2016 - 03.2021
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Communicated with lucid patients to gather incident and medical history information.
- Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
- Communicated with patients about pain, comfort and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
- Used [Equipment] to administer treatments in [Type] situations with accuracy, safety and speed.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Controlled wounds and injuries en-route to hospitals, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions pre-arrival.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as vents, ET tubes, medication and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
Line Worker
Spears Manufacturing
02.2015 - 08.2015
- Inspected final products to assess compliance with quality standards and established tolerances.
- Maintained maximum organization and productivity by properly sorting project components on work tables.
- Monitored machinery in operation to identify concerns and make corrections or report complex problems.
- Supported current production needs by moving items between equipment, conveyors and staging areas.
- Inspected and tested components, assemblies and power tools for proper functionality.
- Demonstrated proper use of equipment to newly hired employees to avoid workplace injuries.
- Used hand trucks, forklifts and scissor lifts to complete tasks and transport items.
- Assisted quality assurance by inspecting items and removing defective parts.
- Supported machine operators in setup and operation of production equipment resulting in efficient runs.
- Took part in all company-offered training sessions to improve skills and knowledge.
- Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
Line Worker
T.O. Plastics
06.2013 - 12.2014
- Inspected final products to assess compliance with quality standards and established tolerances.
- Maintained maximum organization and productivity by properly sorting project components on work tables.
- Monitored machinery in operation to identify concerns and make corrections or report complex problems.
- Reviewed job specifications to determine appropriate setups for production runs.
- Performed hand-finishing of final products after assembling component parts for items.
- Supported current production needs by moving items between equipment, conveyors and staging areas.
- Documented production information via daily system logs and discussed issues with management.
- Maintained machinery to prevent overloads and avoid malfunctions.
- Demonstrated proper use of equipment to newly hired employees to avoid workplace injuries.
- Used hand trucks, forklifts and scissor lifts to complete tasks and transport items.
- Graded and packaged finished products, transporting items for additional processing, storage or shipment off-site.
- Took on additional shifts during peak work periods to keep projects on schedule.
- Assisted quality assurance by inspecting items and removing defective parts.
- Supported machine operators in setup and operation of production equipment resulting in efficient runs.
- Took part in all company-offered training sessions to improve skills and knowledge.
- Conducted quality inspections of finished products and made minor repairs to meet project expectations.
- Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
- Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.
Education
Emergency Medical Technician Certificate - EMT
Camsen Career Institute
4401 Salisbury Rd, Jacksonville Florida06.2016
GED -
Elk River Senior High School
Elk River, MN2008
Skills
- Patient Condition Observation
- Prehospital Care
- Emergency Medical Team Coordination
- Medical Procedure Prioritization
- Ambulance Decontamination
- Dispatcher Communication
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Emergency Vehicle Driving
- Medical Equipment Maintenance
- Spinal Demobilization Devices
- Patient Immobilization
- First Aid
- Injury Assessment and Prioritization
- Ambulance Transport
- Medical Supply Replenishment
- Stretcher and Backboard Use
- Vital Sign Assessment
- Stair Chairs
- Patient Positioning
- Oxygen Equipment
- Treatment Documentation
- Airway Management
- Medical History Recording
- Emergency Treatment Procedures
- Interpret medical records
- Assertiveness
- Flexibility
- Medical terminology proficiency
- Medical evaluation expertise
- Disability determination
- Medical terminology expertise
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking
- Excellent communication
- Computer skills
- Customer service and support
Certification
State EMT License
CPR Certified
Timeline
Medical Disability Examiner
Florida Department of Health
08.2023 - Current
Assembly Line Worker
Petroleum Containment
04.2022 - Current
Delivery Driver
DP Logistics
09.2021 - 04.2022
Emergency Medical Technician
Liberty Ambulance
09.2016 - 03.2021
Line Worker
Spears Manufacturing
02.2015 - 08.2015
Line Worker
T.O. Plastics
06.2013 - 12.2014
Emergency Medical Technician Certificate - EMT
Camsen Career Institute
GED -
Elk River Senior High School
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