Matthew Anton
Powhatan,VA
Summary
Certified, entry-level Emergency Medical Technician and Firefighter with educational background adept at learning processes associated with assessing emergencies and delivering exceptional problem-solving and decision-making processes. Highly-skilled emergency services professional calmly and quickly assesses medical situations.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
EMT-B
Powhatan Volunteer Rescue Squad
05.2024 - Current
- Communicated with patients about pain, comfort, and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
- Trained EMTs in basic life support skills, oxygen therapy, and wound care.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Collaborated with medical professionals to communicate patient needs with accuracy and speed using hospital and medical codes.
Automotive Warranty Specialist
C & K Auto Parts
02.2024 - Current
- Investigate Warranty Claims
- Authorize Repairs and Replacements
- Liaison between Warranty Company and Shops/Customers
Firefighter / EMT
Powhatan Volunteer Fire Department
05.2022 - Current
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
- Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities.
- Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
- Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
- Monitored and responded to hazardous gas levels and smoke detectors to avoid injuries and fatalities.
Installer Service Specialist
O'Reilly Auto Parts
05.2016 - 02.2024
- Coordinated with parts department to determine availability of necessary components.
- Investigated customer complaints to identify cause of malfunctions.
- Implemented tracking systems to monitor parts inventory and transactions to reduce discrepancies.
- Retained accurate records of purchases and collected payments from shops
- Developed and maintained professional relationships with customers and vendors to promote loyalty and referrals.
EMT-B Junior Lieutenant
Forest View Volunteer Rescue
09.2005 - 06.2007
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Communicated with patients about pain, comfort, and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
- Performed medical assessments, including airway management and splinting of fractures.
Education
No Degree - EMT - B
Brightpoint Community College
Chester, VA05-2024
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA08-2019
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
John Tyler Community College
Chester, VA05-2017
Skills
- Basic life support
- CPR
- Stop the Bleed Certificate
- Firefighter I & II
- EVOC I, II, III
- Rural Water Supply Certificate
- HAZMAT Awareness & Operations
- FEMA IS - 5A, IS - 100, IS - 200, IS - 700, IS - 800
- FEMA Terrorism Awareness for Emergency Responders
Timeline
EMT-B
Powhatan Volunteer Rescue Squad
05.2024 - Current
Automotive Warranty Specialist
C & K Auto Parts
02.2024 - Current
Firefighter / EMT
Powhatan Volunteer Fire Department
05.2022 - Current
Installer Service Specialist
O'Reilly Auto Parts
05.2016 - 02.2024
EMT-B Junior Lieutenant
Forest View Volunteer Rescue
09.2005 - 06.2007
No Degree - EMT - B
Brightpoint Community College
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Old Dominion University
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
John Tyler Community College
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