Matthew Cates
Palm Bay,Florida
Summary
I'm a firefighter/paramedic that has been working in pre- hospital emergency care for almost 5 years now. I'm a newly trained paramedic that is motivated to help as many patients as possible and eager to learn to become the best paramedic I can be. I already have a career as a pre- hospital paramedic but I am looking for another job as a ER hospital paramedic to get as much experience as I can under my belt to further my knowledge and my career.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Firefighter/paramedic
Palm Bay Fire Rescue
2020.12 - Current
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
- Collaborated with other emergency responders on scene to establish adequate fire suppression.
- Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
Firefighter/EMT
Malabar Fire Department
2020.01 - 2020.12
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
- Collaborated with other emergency responders on scene to establish adequate fire suppression.
Emergency Medical Technician
Port Saint Lucie Volunteer Ambulance Company
2019.09 - 2020.12
- Administered CPR, oxygen and other life-saving medical treatments.
- Assisted with lifting and moving patients.
- Followed all safety protocols and took necessary precautions while providing care.
- Responded to 911 calls for medical emergencies.
Emergency Medical Technician
All County Ambulance
2019.01 - 2020.12
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation of treatments to enable tracking history and safeguard information.
- 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.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Evaluated patient histories to assess and prioritize levels of care.
- Assisted with lifting and moving patients.
Education
Paramedic Certificate - Emergency Management
Eastern Florida State College
Melbourne, FL08.2023
Business
Southeastern University
Lakeland, FL07.2018
High School Diploma -
Palm Bay Magnet Senior High School
Melbourne, FL07.2017
Skills
- Facility and Equipment Maintenance
- File and Records Management
- Semiannual Drills
- Disaster Management
- Vital Sign Assessment
- Drug Inventory Management
- IV Insertion
- EKG Procedures
- Patient Examination
Certification
- EVOC - Emergency Vehicle Operators Course
- PHTLS - Prehospital Trauma Life Support
- Paramedic
- ACLS
- PALS
- EMT
- CPR
Timeline
Firefighter/paramedic
Palm Bay Fire Rescue
2020.12 - Current
Firefighter/EMT
Malabar Fire Department
2020.01 - 2020.12
Emergency Medical Technician
Port Saint Lucie Volunteer Ambulance Company
2019.09 - 2020.12
Emergency Medical Technician
All County Ambulance
2019.01 - 2020.12
Paramedic Certificate - Emergency Management
Eastern Florida State College
Business
Southeastern University
High School Diploma -
Palm Bay Magnet Senior High School
- EVOC - Emergency Vehicle Operators Course
- PHTLS - Prehospital Trauma Life Support
- Paramedic
- ACLS
- PALS
- EMT
- CPR
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