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Michael Colon

Parma,OH

Summary

Driven EMT-Basic with proven expertise in pre-hospital care and patient lifting, honed at American Medical Response and other key healthcare settings. Excelled in reducing injury severity and downtime through effective education and wellness promotion. Skilled in medical recordkeeping and vital signs monitoring, I consistently deliver high-quality care, maintaining calm under pressure to save lives and ensure patient safety. Competent EMT with comprehensive work experience at hospitals and private ambulance services. Expert in assessing patients and determining type of treatment required. Responds quickly to emergency situations and demonstrates strong commitment to patient care and safety.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

EMT-Basic

Pivot Onsite Innovations
1555 Harvard Ave
01.2018 - Current
  • Administer basic first aid and medical support as the first responder of work-related injuries
  • Collaborate with onsite team while building relationships with frontline employees, coordinating projects with managers, and communicating with outside medical professionals to ensure a high level of medical care
  • Reduce the number of injuries, severity of injuries, and time spent away from work for the industrial team by promoting

wellness activities and education
Impacting lives through patient education

EMT-Basic

American Medical Response
1571 Canal Rd, Cleveland Ohio 44125
03.2017 - 09.2017
  • 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.
  • Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
  • Communicated with patients about pain, comfort, and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
  • Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
  • Assessed patient conditions, maintaining calm demeanor in urgent situations.
  • Utilized ambulances and other vehicles to transport patients to medical facilities.
  • Dressed and cleaned wounds, administered medications and performed other duties as needed.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of protocols, procedures and medical advances.
  • Collaborated with medical professionals to communicate patient needs with accuracy and speed using hospital and medical codes.
  • Maintained accurate patient records and documentation of treatments to enable tracking history and safeguard information.

EMT-Basic

JACK Thistledown Racino
21501 Emery Rd North Randall, OH 44128
03.2013 - 12.2016
  • Responsible for the safety and well-being of guests and fellow team members.
  • May be responsible for attendance at all training workouts and live races to provide any necessary medical assistance.
  • Renders medical assistance as needed or requested.
  • Provide excellent customer service to all internal and external guests
  • Maintains inventory of medical equipment.
  • Safeguards company assets, including team members and guests.
  • Interviews, investigates and documents all applicable incidents in accordance with company policy.
  • Prepares detailed reports as required.
  • Controls and monitors to minimize risk and ensure a safe environment for guests and team members.
  • Meets the attendance guidelines of the job and adheres to regulatory, departmental and company policies.
  • Provides first aid, including CPR when necessary.
  • Clean the equipment. Check and replace the used and damaged supplies.
  • May assist as first responder to all medical emergencies for jockey injuries and illnesses.
    Any and all other job duties as assigned.

Education

No Degree - EMT Basic

UH Parma Medical Center
7007 Powers Blvd Parma OH, 44129
05.2010

High School Diploma -

St Edward High School
Lakewood, OH
06.2003

Skills

  • Emergency vehicle operation
  • Continuing education
  • Patient Lifting
  • Medical Recordkeeping
  • Pre-hospital Care
  • Supply Restocking
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • CPR and First Aid
  • Vehicle Maintenance
  • Basic Life Support
  • Pediatric Care
  • Geriatric Care
  • Data Entry

Timeline

EMT-Basic

Pivot Onsite Innovations
01.2018 - Current

EMT-Basic

American Medical Response
03.2017 - 09.2017

EMT-Basic

JACK Thistledown Racino
03.2013 - 12.2016

No Degree - EMT Basic

UH Parma Medical Center

High School Diploma -

St Edward High School
Michael Colon