Mark Carder
El Paso,TX
Summary
With a proven track record at the City of El Paso Fire Dept, I excel in emergency medical response and team leadership. My expertise in firefighting equipment operation and fostering teamwork has significantly enhanced community safety and team efficiency. I bring a strong foundation in technical rescue operations and a commitment to continuous professional development.
Experienced with emergency response and fire suppression. Utilizes rapid decision-making and effective communication to manage high-stress situations. Track record of teamwork and adaptability in evolving environments.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Professional Firefighter/Paramedic
City of El Paso Fire Dept
04.2008 - 02.2022
- Advanced firefighting skills through continuous professional development, attending workshops and conferences relevant to the field.
- Enhanced community safety by responding to various emergency situations, including fires, medical emergencies, and hazardous materials incidents.
- Improved team efficiency with regular training sessions and drills to maintain optimal performance during emergencies.
- Supported fellow firefighters during high-pressure situations by maintaining clear communication channels and offering necessary guidance when needed.
- Utilized portable ECG machines to monitor patients' heart activity during emergency transport.
- Applied advanced airway management techniques to secure patient airways in critical situations.
- Stabilized patients by providing wound care, splinting fractures, and managing airway obstructions.
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Delivered compassionate care to patients with a variety of medical emergencies, including cardiac arrests, traumas, strokes, and respiratory distress.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments, treatments, and interventions.
- Worked en-route to hospital to prepare patients for arrival or surgery and control wounds.
- Documented patient care accurately using electronic medical records software according to regulatory guidelines for billing purposes and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Enhanced team efficiency through clear communication and collaboration during high-pressure emergency situations.
- Transferred patients safely and securely to medical facilities for continued care.
- Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
- Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members and identified appropriate medical facility for transport.
- Identified appropriate medications based on potential interactions with other medicines, accurately calculating correct dosages according to drugs on hand and patient's weight.
- Assisted in training new paramedics by serving as a preceptor and sharing clinical expertise during ridealongs.
- Streamlined patient handoff processes at hospitals by clearly communicating relevant information to receiving staff, ensuring seamless continuity of care.
Assistant Manager
Lowe's Home Centers, LLC
02.2005 - 04.2008
- Led training initiatives, enhancing employee skills and confidence.
- Developed contingency plans with team to address potential disruptions.
- Established open lines of communication with team for feedback and suggestions.
- Addressed service gaps with targeted initiatives to exceed customer expectations.
- Cultivated cohesive team environment by providing clear direction and support.
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
Paramedic
Upper Valley Urgent Care Center
05.2014 - 03.2020
- Stabilized patients by providing wound care, splinting fractures, and managing airway obstructions.
- Utilized portable ECG machines to monitor patients' heart activity during emergency transport.
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Delivered compassionate care to patients with a variety of medical emergencies, including cardiac arrests, traumas, strokes, and respiratory distress.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments, treatments, and interventions.
Education
Paramedic License - Emergency Medicine
El Paso Community College
El Paso, TX10-2011
Fire Science - Fire Science
El Paso Community College
El Paso, TX06-2006
Skills
- Firefighting equipment operation
- Teamwork and cooperation
- Rope rescue techniques
- Fire service leadership
- Emergency vehicle driving
- Personal protective equipment
- Search and rescue techniques
- Physical fitness maintenance
- Fireground communications
- Forcible entry techniques
- Incident command system
- Emergency medical response
- Fire behavior analysis
- Fire prevention strategies
- Public education programs
- First aid and CPR
- Water supply management
- Breathing apparatus use
- Building construction
- Stress management techniques
- Emergency medical treatment
- Public speaking
- Apparatus inspection
- Cultural sensitivity
- Trauma assessments
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of several staff members.
- Recipient of several awards for life saving efforts and unit functions.
Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
- OSHA Certified
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- DSHS certification for Paramedic in Texas
- Texas State Class B Driver's License
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
- First Aid Certification
Timeline
Paramedic
Upper Valley Urgent Care Center
05.2014 - 03.2020
Professional Firefighter/Paramedic
City of El Paso Fire Dept
04.2008 - 02.2022
Assistant Manager
Lowe's Home Centers, LLC
02.2005 - 04.2008
- CPR/AED Certification
- OSHA Certified
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- DSHS certification for Paramedic in Texas
- Texas State Class B Driver's License
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
- First Aid Certification
Paramedic License - Emergency Medicine
El Paso Community College
Fire Science - Fire Science
El Paso Community College
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