Maxwell K. Madden
Newburyport,MA
Summary
Dedicated Firefighter/Paramedic experience performing life saving techniques at the advanced life support level. Offering exceptional patient care, scene size-up and 10 years of total experience in the field of emergency medicine. Looking to grow as a provider and perfect my skills to give every patient the best possible outcome. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Firefighter/Paramedic
Town of Reading
Reading, MA
04.2021 - Current
- Administered emergency treatment and medical care to people injured in accidents and fires.
- Trained continuously to maintain required physical fitness for demanding work.
- Cleaned, serviced and maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
- Graduate of the Massachusetts Firefighting Academy Career Recruit Program.
- Collaborated with other emergency personnel when responding to accident scenes or acute illness calls requiring emergency medical care.
- Assessed and treated patients with medical emergencies such as cardiac arrest, shock, trauma, respiratory distress and intoxication.
- Responded to emergency calls quickly and safely while utilizing appropriate driving techniques.
- Provided pre-hospital care to those in need within the community, including administering medications, providing wound care and performing intubations.
- Identified opportunities for improvement and provided constructive criticism when needed.
- Monitored progress of probationary employees in meeting goals set forth by the shift officers and ems coordinator.
Anesthesia Paramedic
Exeter Hospital
Exeter, NH
11.2021 - Current
- Assisted anesthesiologist in preparing and administering anesthesia to patients.
- Provided pre-operative patient care by taking vital signs, starting IVs and administering medications as instructed by the anesthesiologist.
- Monitored patient's vital signs before and after sedation or general anesthesia procedures were performed.
- Conducted airway management techniques such as intubation or extubation when required by the anesthesiologist.
- Administered conscious sedation medication such as propofol or midazolam under supervision of the anesthesiologist.
- Inspected equipment regularly for wear and tear, ensuring proper maintenance according to safety standards.
- Ensured all required equipment, supplies, and medications were available for each procedure.
- Ordered supplies needed for OR setup based on anticipated cases scheduled for that day, week, month.
- Provided clinical guidance, support and feedback to new nursing staff members.
- Conducted formal and informal evaluations of the new anesthesia paramedic staff.
- Assessed and monitored new anesthesia paramedic staff's performance during orientation period.
Paramedic
Cataldo Ambulance Service Inc.
Somerville, MA
03.2020 - 05.2021
- Adhered to all protocols and procedures to maintain safety of patients and paramedic crew.
- Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
- Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
- Monitored patients from scene to hospital transfer while conducting in-transit care.
- Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
- Developed skills as an ALS provider by responding to 911 calls, interfacility transfers, and emergent transfers.
Call/Volunteer Firefighter/Paramedic
Town of Newbury
Newbury Old Town, MA
05.2015 - 11.2021
- Cleaned, serviced and maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
- Administered emergency treatment and medical care to people injured in accidents and fires.
- Formerly employed as a per diem firefighter/paramedic.
Education
Certificate - Fire Rescue
Massachusetts Firefighting Academy
Stow, MA05.2021
High School Diploma -
Triton Regional High School
Byfield, MA06.2015
Some College (No Degree) - Paramedic Technology
Northern Essex Community College
Lawrence, MASome College (No Degree) - Emergency Medical Technician
North Shore Community College
Danvers, MASkills
- Emergency Response
- Public assistance and support
- Airway Management
- Supplies Management
- Supply Coordination
- Advanced pre-hospital emergency care
- Staff Development and Leadership
- Critical decision-making skills
- IV and medication administration
- Respiratory care assessment
- Lifesaving measures
- EKG procedures
- Patient Reaction Monitoring
- Anesthetic Administration
- Paramedic Precepting
- Evaluating New Employee Performance
Certification
- NREMT-P
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Pro-Board Firefighter I/II
- Pro-Board Hazardous Materials: Operational Level Responder
- NIMS 100, 200, 700
Timeline
Anesthesia Paramedic
Exeter Hospital
11.2021 - Current
Firefighter/Paramedic
Town of Reading
04.2021 - Current
Paramedic
Cataldo Ambulance Service Inc.
03.2020 - 05.2021
Call/Volunteer Firefighter/Paramedic
Town of Newbury
05.2015 - 11.2021
Certificate - Fire Rescue
Massachusetts Firefighting Academy
High School Diploma -
Triton Regional High School
Some College (No Degree) - Paramedic Technology
Northern Essex Community College
Some College (No Degree) - Emergency Medical Technician
North Shore Community College
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