Kory Jones
Flight Paramedic
Stockton,UT
Summary
Purpose-driven Flight Paramedic with 13 years of experience caring for patients with acute health emergencies while being transported by air. Highly proficient in providing efficient patient assessments and advanced life-saving techniques to contribute to ideal health outcomes. Expert communicator providing effective teamwork with colleagues, hospital staff and EMS representatives. Accustomed to providing critical care in dynamic environments. Enthusiastic and eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of the value of teamwork and effective communication. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in the information technology world.
Overview
3
3
years of post-secondary education
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Critical Care Flight Paramedic
Air Life Utah (Airmethods Corporation)
Ogden, UT
01.2020 - Current
- Communicated pertinent patient information and status to hospital staff upon arrival.
- Provided visual guidance, navigation and radio communications assistance to pilot.
- Treated critical patients being transported by air due to their need for immediate intervention.
- Completed numerous continuing education courses each quarter to maintain relevant knowledge.
- Administered tests and medication to stabilize patients in field or in transit.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Maintained and repaired facilities, equipment and tools to achieve operational readiness, safety and cleanliness.
- Delivered exceptional level of service to each customer by listening to concerns and answering questions.
- Collaborated with area management to achieve base related goals.
- Communicated with dispatchers or treatment center personnel to provide information about situation, to arrange reception of victims or to receive instructions for further treatment.
Paramedic
Mountain West Ambulance Service
Tooele, UT
09.2008 - Current
- Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
- Performed intubations to secure airway in patients under respiratory and cardiac arrest.
- Communicated with treatment center personnel and dispatchers to provide information about situation, arrange reception of victims and receive instructions for further treatment.
- Used multiple hospital based software systems to accurately document services provided to reduce liability and improve patient care.
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
- Prioritized tasks to provide effective care for multiple daily patients.
Fire Captain / Lead Paramedic
North Tooele Fire District
Stansbury Park, UT
01.2015 - 05.2019
- Compiled and maintained variety of departmental documentation, including log books, run reports and training records.
- Led team in fighting fires and exercised considerable judgment in deciding best way to extinguish based on type of fuel and environment.
- Made daily inspections of facilities and equipment.
- Conducted periodic firefighter written performance evaluations and completed written recommendations on probationary firefighters.
- Oversaw proper implementation of best practices, policies, and procedures in alignment with regulations and operational needs.
- Directed implementation of comprehensive training operations, including drills, inspections, tests, and performance evaluations.
- Optimized fire services management with introduction of new systems, policies, procedures, and tools.
- Performed duties in accordance with all applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Offered friendly and efficient service to all customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
- Supervised firehouse operations, maintaining inventory and liaising with vendors to secure necessary supplies.
Specialty Assistant Store Manager
Home Depot, USA
Park City, UT
07.2003 - 04.2008
- Managed opening and closing procedures and recommended changes to enhance efficiency of daily activities.
- Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
- Conducted weekly staff meetings to motivate staff members, address concerns and questions, plan improvements, and evaluate progress toward goals.
- Maintained positive customer relationships by responding quickly to customer service inquiries.
- Evaluated suppliers by assessing quality, timeliness and compliance of deliveries to maintain tight cost controls and maximize business operational efficiency.
- Promoted professional growth and facilitated talent development of each associate to drive performance excellence.
- Interviewed, hired and trained staff associates and equipped to comply with company policies and procedures.
- Walked through store areas daily to identify and proactively resolve issues negatively impacting operations.
- Directed merchandising, promotion and brand loyalty efforts for business segment with greatest sales volume.
Education
No Degree - BS Information Technology / Cloud Computing
Western Governors University
Online 11.2020 - Current
No Degree - Paramedicine
University Of Utah
Salt Lake City, UT 01.2013 - 07.2013
General Education - Health Sciences
Salt Lake Community College
Salt Lake City, UT 01.2008 - 06.2010
Skills
Adaptability
Additional Information
My wife and I have been fortunate enough to be able to work in humanitarian medical missions to Guatemala. We have flown down 3 times working in medical clinics and creating training labs with the bomberos (firefighters). These were exceptional learning experiences and gave us much needed perspective concerning our own way of life and how people in other cultures live their everyday lives.
Humanitarian Work
Humanitize Expeditions
September 2017, 2018 & 2019
Medical missions to Solola, Guatemala
Including direct medical care in clinics, Helping visit and teach physics in local schools and conducting medical training labs with the local firefighters.
Timeline
No Degree - BS Information Technology / Cloud Computing
Western Governors University
11.2020 - Current
Critical Care Flight Paramedic
Air Life Utah (Airmethods Corporation)
01.2020 - Current
Fire Captain / Lead Paramedic
North Tooele Fire District
01.2015 - 05.2019
No Degree - Paramedicine
University Of Utah
01.2013 - 07.2013
Paramedic
Mountain West Ambulance Service
09.2008 - Current
General Education - Health Sciences
Salt Lake Community College
01.2008 - 06.2010
Specialty Assistant Store Manager
Home Depot, USA
07.2003 - 04.2008