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Overview
Work History
Education
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Accomplishments
Certification
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Matthew Feldman

Palo Pinto,Texas

Summary

Dedicated Patient Care Technician with a successful track record at Stephens Memorial Hospital, specializing in emergency response and patient hygiene management. Proven leadership skills demonstrated through supervision of teams at Sacred Cross EMS, contributing to enhanced patient care and safety protocols. Notable achievements include significant improvements in patient satisfaction and recipient of two life-saving awards from Parkland and Texas Health Resources. Committed to advancing knowledge in the healthcare field while delivering exceptional patient outcomes.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Patient Care Technician

Stephens Memorial Hospital
Breckenridge, TX
03.2017 - Current
  • Conducted safety rounds regularly to ensure safe environment for patients.
  • Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
  • Administered medications and educated patients and families on correct at-home administration.
  • Assisted with patient transfers from bed to wheelchair or stretcher as needed.
  • Transported specimens, laboratory items or pharmacy items, verifying proper documentation and delivery to authorized personnel.
  • Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
  • Participated in quality improvement activities within the department.
  • Provided direct patient care and assistance to healthcare team members.
  • Kept instruments and equipment clean and sanitized.
  • Responded to bell or light signal calls to assist patients with needs.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
  • Reported any observed changes in behavior or physical condition to the nursing staff immediately.
  • Instructed new employees on proper techniques of performing daily tasks.
  • Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
  • Notified senior staff of patient emergencies to optimize outcomes.
  • Provided emotional support for patients and families during difficult times.
  • Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to requests from patients, families, staff members.
  • Delivered outstanding patient care based on physical, psychological, educational and related criteria.
  • Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
  • Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
  • Responded quickly in emergency situations by providing appropriate first aid measures.
  • Performed variety of delegated basic patient care services to support nursing functions and activities of daily living.
  • Performed EKGs, phlebotomy, and other laboratory tests as directed by physician or RN.
  • Assisted with patient admissions, discharges and transfers.

Paramedic Supervisor

Sacred Cross EMS
Palo Pinto, Texas
03.2017 - 01.2025
  • Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
  • Transported patients from accident scenes to hospitals in emergency vehicles.
  • Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
  • Assessed need for additional staff, equipment and services based on historical data and seasonal trends.
  • Inspected ambulances prior to each shift for cleanliness, proper functioning of equipment.
  • Supervised the daily operations of a fleet of ambulances and paramedics.
  • Administered CPR and other life-saving techniques on patients in cardiac arrest.
  • Recruited, hired and trained new medical and facility staff.
  • Conducted regular drills, training sessions, and emergency response exercises for staff members.
  • Provided clinical guidance to paramedics regarding diagnosis, treatment protocols, medications.
  • Investigated any incidents involving negligence or misconduct reported by paramedics or other personnel.
  • Saved lives by administering medications, monitoring cardiac output and performing emergency intubations.
  • Treated patients suffering from heart attacks, strokes and motor vehicle accident injuries.
  • Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
  • Directed, supervised and evaluated medical, clerical or maintenance personnel.
  • Maintained communication and transparency with governing boards, department heads and medical staff.
  • Updated procedures necessary for compounding, mixing, packaging, and labeling medications.
  • Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
  • Served as an instructor for new hires during orientation programs or refresher courses.
  • Explained policies, procedures and services to patients.
  • Built work schedules and staff assignments, taking workload, space and equipment availability into consideration.
  • Coordinated work activities and scheduling of medical, nursing and physical plant staff.

Paramedic

Heart of Texas EMS
Breckenridge, TX
09.2016 - 04.2017
  • Responded quickly to medical emergencies to promote best possible health outcomes.
  • Executed non-medical, non-emergency transfers for immobile persons.
  • Provided pre-hospital care to those in need within the community, including administering medications, providing wound care and performing intubations.
  • Evaluated patient response to treatments administered during transport to ensure optimal outcomes.
  • Responded to emergency calls quickly and safely while utilizing appropriate driving techniques.

Mechanical Technician

JW Powerline
Mineral Wells, Texas
04.2007 - 09.2016
  • Diagnosed mechanical problems and determined solutions to correct concerns.
  • Prepared equipment inspection schedules, work plans or other records.
  • Inspected completed work for accuracy and quality assurance.
  • Assembled or disassembled complex mechanical systems.
  • Conducted routine lubrication of moving parts according to safety protocols.
  • Inspected and tested machinery, equipment and component parts to identify defects, diagnose malfunctions and facilitate repairs.
  • Troubleshot, diagnosed, and repaired engineering equipment.

Education

High School Diploma -

The Woodlands High School
The Woodlands, TX
05-2000

Some College (No Degree) -

Weatherford College
Weatherford, TX

Possum Kingdom EMS Education
Graford, TX

Skills

  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Restocking supplies
  • Emergency response
  • IV insertion
  • CPR certification
  • Qualified in patient transport
  • Health monitoring
  • EKG interpretation
  • Infection control
  • Basic life support

Affiliations

I am a hard working individual who can be counted on to be there but in my off time I enjoy the outdoors, hunting and fishing, and volunteering.

Accomplishments

  • Life Aving award from Parkland hospital
  • Life saving award from Texas Health Resources

Certification

  • EMT P 10/31/2025
  • Administrator of Records
  • Infectious disease control officer
  • EMS instructor 7/31/20261
  • ICS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, 800
  • Basic and advanced Wildland Firefighter
  • BLS instructor
  • ACLS instructor
  • Stop the bleed instructor
  • EVOC instructor

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Patient Care Technician

Stephens Memorial Hospital
03.2017 - Current

Paramedic Supervisor

Sacred Cross EMS
03.2017 - 01.2025

Paramedic

Heart of Texas EMS
09.2016 - 04.2017

Mechanical Technician

JW Powerline
04.2007 - 09.2016

High School Diploma -

The Woodlands High School

Some College (No Degree) -

Weatherford College

Possum Kingdom EMS Education

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