Michael Donnell
Forest Park,GA
Summary
Former firefighter and current EMT who is also a seasoned small business owner with several years of experience in operations management, business strategy and financial management. While also having 17 years of experience in Emergency Medical Services. A unique blend of experience that can make me a valuable asset in a wide variety of roles.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner/Manager
NextGen EMS, LLC
College Park, Georgia
06.2020 - Current
- Managed daily operations of emergency medical services company.
- Oversaw compliance with state regulations and safety standards.
- Coordinated logistics for medical supply procurement and distribution.
- Evaluated and improved operational workflows for efficiency gains.
- Cultivated partnerships with local healthcare providers and organizations.
- Maintained relationships with existing clients by providing superior customer service.
- Managed daily operations of business, including hiring and training staff.
- Oversaw budgeting and financial management.
- Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Developed strategic plans to increase profitability and efficiency.
Firefighter/EMT-I
Atlanta Fire & Rescue
Atlanta, Georgia
05.2009 - 06.2020
- Responded quickly to emergency calls and assessed fire scenes.
- Provided first aid and CPR to injured individuals on-site.
- Collaborated with other emergency personnel when responding to accident scenes or acute illness calls requiring emergency medical care.
- Operated firefighting equipment and tools during emergencies.
- Extinguished fires using water hoses, chemical extinguishers, smoke ejectors, and other tools.
- Participated in training drills and exercises to maintain proficiency in fire suppression tactics.
- Trained continuously to maintain required physical fitness for demanding work.
- Communicated effectively with crew members while performing tasks under stressful conditions.
- Assisted in conducting fire drills and educational programs for the community.
Assistant Warehouse Manager
American Signature Furniture
Morrow, Georgia
01.2006 - 04.2009
- Collaborated with team members to streamline shipping and receiving processes.
- Managed inventory levels using warehouse management systems for accurate tracking.
- Monitored inventory levels to ensure efficient stock control.
- Oversaw the loading and unloading of incoming and outgoing shipments.
Transportation Associate
Columbia St. Mary's Hospital
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
03.1999 - 12.2004
- Coordinated patient transport to various departments and services within the hospital.
Education
Fire Suppression/EMT
Atlanta Fire Training Academy
Atlanta, GA02-2010
High School Diploma -
Bay View High School
Milwaukee, WI06-1997
Skills
- Business development
- Strategic planning
- Financial management
- Regulatory compliance
- Operational management
- Logistics coordination
- Customer relationship management
Certification
- EMT License issued by the state of Georgia #I042717
- ARFF Certification (Aircraft Rescue and firefighting) issued by GPSTC
- Hazardous Materials Technician (Hazmat Tech) issued by GPSTC
Timeline
Owner/Manager
NextGen EMS, LLC
06.2020 - Current
Firefighter/EMT-I
Atlanta Fire & Rescue
05.2009 - 06.2020
Assistant Warehouse Manager
American Signature Furniture
01.2006 - 04.2009
Transportation Associate
Columbia St. Mary's Hospital
03.1999 - 12.2004
Fire Suppression/EMT
Atlanta Fire Training Academy
High School Diploma -
Bay View High School