Maritza Alvarado
Fort Novosel,AL
Summary
Experienced Flight Medic with a proven track record in critical care transport and point-of-injury care. Skilled in patient assessment and team collaboration, ensuring optimal outcomes in high-pressure environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Flight Medic
US Army
Fort Rucker, Alabama
03.2024 - Current
- Performed rapid medical response to a crashed helicopter, transporting multiple patients to a higher level of care.
- Conducted critical care transport for patients moving from intensive care units to other facilities.
- Monitored patient vital signs during flight, adjusting treatments to stabilize conditions.
- Managed medical supply budget exceeding 200K, ensuring optimal inventory levels and minimizing losses.
Paramedic Student
US Army
Fort Sam Houston, TX
12.2022 - 03.2024
- Recognized changes in patient status during transport and took appropriate action based on protocol guidelines.
- Coordinated with hospitals to ensure effective and timely patient handoff upon arrival.
- Demonstrated knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, pathophysiology and medical terminology relevant to pre-hospital care.
- Participated in medical lectures and seminars to deepen understanding of paramedicine practices.
Healthcare Sergeant
US Army
Fort Hood, Texas
05.2021 - 12.2022
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders with precision.
- Responded to emergencies with critical thinking, effectively stabilizing patients.
- Managed medical supply inventory to maintain preparedness for emergencies.
- Created work schedules and assigned staff according to workload and equipment needs.
Combat Medic
US Army
Schofield Barracks , HI
09.2017 - 05.2021
- Coordinated emergency response efforts with other medical staff and emergency services.
- Carried out pre-hospital assessment techniques including airway management and cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
- Investigated incidents that resulted in injury or illness to determine root causes and potential improvements.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Paramedicine
Uniformed Services Unversity
Bethesda, MD12-2023
Skills
- Critical care transport
- Advanced life support
- Ventilator management
- Patient assessment
- Medical supply management
- Pediatric support
- Team collaboration
- Leadership development
- Personnel management
- Problem solving
Timeline
Flight Medic
US Army
03.2024 - Current
Paramedic Student
US Army
12.2022 - 03.2024
Healthcare Sergeant
US Army
05.2021 - 12.2022
Combat Medic
US Army
09.2017 - 05.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Paramedicine
Uniformed Services Unversity