Mathew Rager
Mechanicsburg,PA
Summary
Proactive EMT with experience executing quality care in high-pressure situations. Deep knowledge in Emergency medical field and outstanding team communication skills. Proudly demonstrated commitment, compassion and reasoned thinking while performing tasks rapidly to enhance patient outcomes. Adaptable EMT with over 25 years of experience applying exceptional critical thinking and decision-making skills. Effectively assessed patients and performed life-saving treatments and procedures. Repeatedly acknowledged for critical thinking and demonstrated exceptional healthcare performance. Attentive and compassionate EMT with calm and organized approach to emergency response needs. Facilitates field triage and critical interventions to address severe injury and illness. Established care plan and carries out in-field care to stabilize patients for transport . Hardworking and reliable employee with strong ability in problem solving. Offering experience and knowledge. Highly organized, proactive and punctual with team-oriented mentality.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
EMT-Basic
Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center
Hershey, PA
06.2011 - Current
- Provided emergency medical care to patients in pre-hospital settings.
- Assisted with patient assessments, such as measuring vital signs and assessing conditions.
- Performed CPR, splinting of fractures, wound treatment and other life saving measures.
- Managed airway maintenance, oxygen delivery and suctioning procedures.
- Administered medications per physician instructions or protocol guidelines.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care treatments and transport information.
- Communicated effectively with hospital staff upon arrival at the destination facility.
- Operated ambulances safely under emergency conditions while following all traffic laws.
- Responded quickly to 911 calls for medical assistance within designated service area.
- Assisted paramedics in more advanced procedures such as intubation or administering medication intravenously.
- Documented patient information, condition and treatment while protecting confidentiality and patient rights.
- Monitored patients from scene to hospital transfer while conducting in-transit care.
ED Technician
Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center
Hershey, PA
08.2003 - 06.2011
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
- Preformed Blood draws
- Prepared specimens to be sent to lab
- POC testing
- Stocking of supplies
- Load and unload helicopters
- Room patients and assist with discharge process
- Transport patients throughout the hospital
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
EMT-Basic
Penn State Hershey Medical Center
Hershey, PA
09.2001 - 08.2003
- Operated ambulances safely under emergency conditions while following all traffic laws.
- Communicated effectively with hospital staff upon arrival at the destination facility.
- Responded quickly to 911 calls for medical assistance within designated service area.
- Educated patients on how to prevent injuries or illnesses through lifestyle changes.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care treatments and transport information.
- Coordinated with other EMTs on scene to ensure safe and efficient patient transport.
- Participated in continuing education programs to stay current on best practices in EMS care.
- Assisted paramedics in more advanced procedures such as intubation or administering medication intravenously.
EMT-Basic
Lower Swatara EMS
Middletown PA, PA
02.2000 - 09.2001
- Operated ambulances safely under emergency conditions while following all traffic laws.
- Communicated effectively with hospital staff upon arrival at the destination facility.
- Responded quickly to 911 calls for medical assistance within designated service area.
- Conducted regular ambulance checks to ensure proper functioning of equipment.
- Monitored patient condition during transit and provided appropriate medical attention as needed.
- Assisted with patient assessments, such as measuring vital signs and assessing conditions.
- Transported patients to hospitals or other healthcare facilities using ambulances or other vehicles.
- Monitored patient status during transport ensuring safety at all times.
Dispatcher
Life Team EMS
Harrisburg , PA
03.1998 - 02.2000
- Resolved customer complaints related to service issues or delays.
- Coordinated with other dispatchers to ensure efficient delivery schedules were met.
- Maintained logs of all incoming calls and assigned tasks.
- Assigned drivers to appropriate routes based on customer needs.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
- Managed a large volume of phone calls while ensuring accuracy in data entry.
- Monitored radio frequencies to ensure proper communication between personnel in the field and dispatch office.
- Monitored dispatch board and adjusted call priorities regularly based on caller needs.
- Reported delays, accidents or other traffic and transportation situations.
- Addressed questions, problems or requests for service or equipment.
Education
High School Diploma -
East Pennsboro Area Senior High School
06-1992
Certification
EMT certification
NIMS certified
Emergency Vehicle Operations
Hazard materials essentials
Timeline
EMT-Basic
Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center
06.2011 - Current
ED Technician
Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center
08.2003 - 06.2011
EMT-Basic
Penn State Hershey Medical Center
09.2001 - 08.2003
EMT-Basic
Lower Swatara EMS
02.2000 - 09.2001
Dispatcher
Life Team EMS
03.1998 - 02.2000
High School Diploma -
East Pennsboro Area Senior High School
EMT certification
NIMS certified
Emergency Vehicle Operations
Hazard materials essentials