EMS Committee
Roanoke Fire-EMS
- Contributed to the planning, and completion of project initiatives.
Matthew P Wheeling
701 Mount Vernon Avenue, Salem,VA
Summary
Paramedic supervisor with extensive emergency experience in clinical and field settings. Proven skills in problem-solving and collaboration to enhance workflow in high-pressure environments, at the same time promoting teamwork. Expertise in identifying root causes of incidents and implementing preventative strategies, resulting in improved safety for employees and patients.
Work History
Paramedic Supervisor
Roanoke Fire-EMS
- Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
Safety Accident and Incident Committee
Roanoke Fire-EMS
- Determined root causes of accidents via in-depth investigations and identified potential prevention strategies to mitigate future risk.
Ambulance Design Committee
Roanoke Fire-EMS
- Created and redesigned configurations of current standard medic units within Roanoke Fire-EMS.
Rescue Supervisor Vehicle Design
Roanoke Fire-EMS
- Tasked with designing a new layout for Roanoke Fire-EMS Supervisor vehicle.
Education
Emergency Room Medic, 2008-2020
Lewis Gale Medical Center
Paramedic Program
Jefferson College Of Health Sciences
Bachelor of Science - History/Psychology
Ferrum College
Advanced Fire Education
Instructor I, Fire Officer I & II, ICS 300 & 400
Accomplishments
• 23 years of service with Roanoke Fire EMS (since 01/06/2003)
• 1st Lieutenant/Paramedic for Roanoke Fire EMS tasked with day to day apparatus operations
• Since being promoted to 1st Lieutenant (12/22), I served in temporary assignment as Captain til 02/24
• As acting Captain, I have acted in both as a Rescue Supervisor and as a station Captain role
• Exceeds job duties when filling in for station Captain or as Rescue Supervisor Captain
• 1st Lieutenant/Paramedic for Roanoke Fire EMS tasked with day to day apparatus operations
• Since being promoted to 1st Lieutenant (12/22), I served in temporary assignment as Captain til 02/24
• As acting Captain, I have acted in both as a Rescue Supervisor and as a station Captain role
• Exceeds job duties when filling in for station Captain or as Rescue Supervisor Captain
Affiliations
- Active associate member of Penguin Club, Salem,VA
- Youth Sports Coach (Basketball, Baseball, Football)
Commendations and Special Recognitions
- Roanoke Fire-EMS Commendation for victim rescue on August 23, 2023
- Roanoke Fire-EMS Commendation for 4 victim rescue on October 6, 2021
- IAFF Local 1132 Recognition for victim rescue on August 23, 2023
Timeline
EMS Committee
Roanoke Fire-EMS
Paramedic Supervisor
Roanoke Fire-EMS
Safety Accident and Incident Committee
Roanoke Fire-EMS
Ambulance Design Committee
Roanoke Fire-EMS
Rescue Supervisor Vehicle Design
Roanoke Fire-EMS
Emergency Room Medic, 2008-2020
Lewis Gale Medical Center
Paramedic Program
Jefferson College Of Health Sciences
Bachelor of Science - History/Psychology
Ferrum College
Advanced Fire Education
Instructor I, Fire Officer I & II, ICS 300 & 400