Matthew Rooney
Emergency Medical Technician
Staten Island,NY
Summary
Emergency Medical professional certified in BLS with a 7-year background in emergency medicine and a recent upgrade in certification to A-EMT. Maintains composure and focus in high-pressure and critical circumstances. Utilizes sound judgment and reasoned thinking to triage patients and delegate tasks. Certified as an American Heart Association CPR Instructor.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
EMT/Site Safety Supervisor
Safe Site Medical
Newark, NJ
10.2021 - 2 2022
- Safe Site Medical, Newark, NJ
- Hours per week : 16-32
- Manage site-wide EMS operations/search and rescue and safety operations.
- Conducts ongoing safety patrols and audits for safety of personnel visitors of site.
- Required subcontractors and site visitors to follow safety rules, regulations and OSHA standards.
- Provide job training to EMTs that are new on site.
- Verified that team members wore personal protective equipment in construction areas.
- Maintained safe and healthful job site while meeting or exceeding standard safety policies.
- Drafts safety guides, standards and orders such as Job Hazard Analyses and Standard Operating Procedures.
- Communicated safe methods and procedures to accomplish construction tasks and delivered safety training classes.
- Conducted safety evaluations to recommend alternate safety procedures.
- Monitored safety and assessed risk levels and mitigation strategies at industrial worksites and on construction jobs.
- Conducted new employee interviews, orientation and training at least three times weekly , and provided ongoing monitoring and evaluation.
- Conducted multi-point safety checks twice daily to ensure safety of sites and those working are in compliance with OSHA standards.
Emergency Medical Technician (GS-5/GS-7)
National Park Service
New York, New York
08.2020 - Current
- National Park Service, New York,NY
- Hours per week: 40-60
- Respond on foot to emergencies while adhering to park standard operating procedures.
- Conducts inspections to ensure facilities and work centers are free from common hazards affecting safety and health of personnel, and to ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines.
- Executed emergency diagnostic procedures to treat patients, including stomach suction, airway management as well as heart monitoring.
- Evaluated patient vital signs, as well as status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Works with management staff to achieve safe workplace visitor experience.
- Extensive training on procedures, methods, and techniques to perform developmental tasks and recurring assignments while learning how to perform full range of such tasks found in emergency services programs.
- Communicated with patients about pain, comfort and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering appropriate treatments based on thorough assessments of vital signs, physical conditions, and medical histories.
- Participates in rescue, care or treatment of injured person(s). Duties may involve responding to and searching for lost persons assisting in evacuation of buildings, boats or grounds, performing triage of patients in mass-casualty incidents.
- Conducted equipment/vehicle checks to maintain continuous safe operation.
- Ensures excellent condition of all supplies, medication and equipment to include checking expiration dates, stock amounts, functionality, cleanliness and repair/replacement as needed.
- Lead emergency service training with peers.
- Work with other emergency medical agencies as well as city departments to provide best care for patients.
- Assist in crowd control during times of public visitation. Oversee VIP guests while working with management to provide safe workplace and visitor experience.
- Provide information to visitors and advise them with he best practices while visiting.
- Conduct safety patrols and inspections while working to mitigate any issues found.
- Assists in training other park, partner, contractor and/or concessioner employees in CPR and Emergency Response.
- Participated in Operational Leadership course. (16 hour)
- Conduct equipment checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Assisted new seasonal employees in completing field task book.
- Participated in CBRN training and became proficient in using PRD and RIID.
- Participated in K9 first aid training with U.S. Park Police.
- Supervisor: Eugene Kuziw 347-850-5025
Emergency Medical Technician
NYU Langone Medical Center
Brooklyn, NY
07.2018 - 01.2019
- NYU Langone Health, Brooklyn,NY
- Hours per week:20
- Executed emergency diagnostic procedures to treat patients, including stomach suction, airway management and heart monitoring.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Respond to Emergency calls with great caution of surroundings while operating Emergency vehicles.
- Recognize signs and symptoms of life-threatening and non life threatening trauma and medical emergencies.
- Worked alongside FDNY & NYPD to ensure safe and efficient emergency services.
- Controlled wounds and injuries en-route to hospitals, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions pre-arrival.
- Served as principal liaison between emergency medical response department and other city departments, public organizations and private agencies.
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Supervisor: Danielle Moulton 646-872-4324
Emergency Medical Technician
Richmond County Ambulance
Staten Island, New York
03.2017 - 07.2020
- Richmond County Ambulance, Staten Island,NY
- Hours per week:40
- Executed emergency diagnostic procedures to treat patients, including stomach suction, airway management and heart monitoring.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Trained 20+ EMTs in basic life support skills, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation, oxygen therapy, wound care, patient history elicitation and splinting.
- Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as BLS drugs, oxygen therapy & trauma equipment.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Collaborated with medical professionals to communicate patient needs with accuracy and speed using hospital and medical codes.
- Collaborated with city departments to ensure adequate patient care and safety.
- Completed CEVO & EVOC defensive diver training.
- Occasionally covered dispatch operations.
- Call taking/dispatching units to priority calls.
- Served on incident response/management team responding to natural disasters in collaboration with FEMA for long periods of time.
- Supervisor Kim O'Connor 718-273-3555 ext.222
Work Study Student
College Of Staten Island
Staten Island, New York
08.2015 - 05.2016
- College of Staten Island, Staten Island,NY
- Hours per week:20-30
- Supervised recreational activities in gymnasium to ensure safety, also proper use of gym equipment.
- Cleaned and disinfected all gym equipment such as, weights, stationary bikes, elliptical machines, etc.
- Greeted incoming visitors, answered questions, as well as, directing individuals to desired locations to enhance team efficiency.
- Performed administrative support, including managing incoming calls, coordinating files and sorting mail.
- Held responsibility to oversee students/visitors sign in and out.
Cashier
Beyar's Market
Staten Island, New York
10.2013 - 02.2015
- Beyar's Market, Staten Island ,NY
- Hours per week:25-35
- Processed POS transactions, including checks, cash and credit purchases or refunds.
- Checked identification for proof-of-age and refusing alcohol and tobacco sales to underage customers.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs to promote loyalty, satisfaction and sales numbers.
- Counted cash in register drawer at beginning and end of shift.
- Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks and bins for optimal appearance.
- Restocked, arranged and organized merchandise in front lanes to drive product sales.
- Checked bills with counterfeit pens and examined coins to spot and refuse foreign currency.
- Operated cash register for cash, check and credit card transactions with 100% accuracy.
- Supervisor Robert Mumblow 718-761-4215
Education
Certification in Safety Management - Safety And Occupational Health
DOI Talent
New York, NY 08.2020 - Current
Certification - Radiation Detection
US Department of Homeland Security
Jersey City, NJ 03.2024 - 03.2024
Certification/License - CPR Instructor
Dimapilis Life Care
Dobbs Ferry, NY 11.2023 - 2023.11
National Registry AEMT Certification/ License - Emergency Medical Services
North American Rescue
Las Vegas, NV 03.2023 - 2023.08
Occupational Safety And Health Certification - Occupational Safety And Health
OSHA
New York, NY 01.2022 - 2022.02
NFPA Certification - Hot Work Safety
NFPA
New York, NY 02.2022 - 2022.02
Certification in Emergency Medical Services - Emergency Medical Services
Staten Island Emergency Medical Training
Staten Island, NY 08.2016 - 2017.01
No Degree - Liberal Arts And General Studies
College Of Staten Island Of The City University Of New York
Staten Island, NY 08.2015 - 2016.05
High School Diploma -
Port Richmond High School
Staten Island, NY 09.2011 - 2015.06
Skills
Patient Management
Emergency vehicle operation
Pre-hospital Care
Medical Records Management
Patient Assessments
Multitasking abilities
Communication
Staff Training
First Aid/CPR
Safety and compliance inspections
Multitasking Abilities
Timeline
Certification - Radiation Detection
US Department of Homeland Security
03.2024 - 03.2024
Certification/License - CPR Instructor
Dimapilis Life Care
11.2023 - 2023.11
National Registry AEMT Certification/ License - Emergency Medical Services
North American Rescue
03.2023 - 2023.08
NFPA Certification - Hot Work Safety
NFPA
02.2022 - 2022.02
Occupational Safety And Health Certification - Occupational Safety And Health
OSHA
01.2022 - 2022.02
EMT/Site Safety Supervisor
Safe Site Medical
10.2021 - 2 2022
Emergency Medical Technician (GS-5/GS-7)
National Park Service
08.2020 - Current
Certification in Safety Management - Safety And Occupational Health
DOI Talent
08.2020 - Current
Emergency Medical Technician
NYU Langone Medical Center
07.2018 - 01.2019
Emergency Medical Technician
Richmond County Ambulance
03.2017 - 07.2020
Certification in Emergency Medical Services - Emergency Medical Services
Staten Island Emergency Medical Training
08.2016 - 2017.01
Work Study Student
College Of Staten Island
08.2015 - 05.2016
No Degree - Liberal Arts And General Studies
College Of Staten Island Of The City University Of New York
08.2015 - 2016.05
Cashier
Beyar's Market
10.2013 - 02.2015
High School Diploma -
Port Richmond High School
09.2011 - 2015.06
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