Michael Murphy
Villa Rica,United States
Summary
Paramedic skilled at remaining calm under pressure and quickly and adeptly responding to all emergency situations. Five years in emergency services and ambulance driving. Trained in Advanced Trauma Life Support. Highly motivated paramedic effective at assessing emergencies of all kinds, including neurological issues. Exceptional problem solver and decision maker. Paramedic with extensive knowledge of medical technology. Calm under pressure and level-headed in challenging situations.
Professional with strong background in operations management. Skilled in optimizing workflows, improving efficiency, and leading high-performing teams. Known for effective problem-solving and adaptability in dynamic environments. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving measurable results. Proficient in inventory management, process improvement, and staff training.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operations Supervisor Paramedic
Metro Atlanta Ambulance Service
Dekalb, GA
02.2025 - Current
- Managed daily operations for optimal performance, ensuring smooth workflows and timely completion of tasks.
- Maintained open lines of communication with upper management to provide regular updates on operational progress and challenges faced by the team.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for direct reports, identifying areas for improvement and setting development goals accordingly.
- Enhanced team productivity by providing ongoing training, coaching, and mentoring to staff members.
- Ensured compliance with company policies, industry regulations, safety standards, and local laws during daily operations.
- Reduced employee turnover by fostering a positive work environment and addressing employee concerns promptly.
Contract Paramedic
Multiple
USA
02.2020 - 01.2024
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Enhanced team efficiency through clear communication and collaboration during high-pressure emergency situations.
- Transferred patients safely and securely to medical facilities for continued care.
- Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities such as conferences or workshops to stay current on best practices in pre-hospital emergency medicine.
Paramedic
Metro Atlanta Ambulance Service
Paulding, Ga
06.2017 - 02.2022
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Delivered compassionate care to patients with a variety of medical emergencies, including cardiac arrests, traumas, strokes, and respiratory distress.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments, treatments, and interventions.
- Worked en-route to hospital to prepare patients for arrival or surgery and control wounds.
- Documented patient care accurately using electronic medical records software according to regulatory guidelines for billing purposes and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
- Identified appropriate medications based on potential interactions with other medicines, accurately calculating correct dosages according to drugs on hand and patient's weight.
AEMT/ Paramedic
Rural Metro
Fulton, GA
09.2014 - 06.2017
- Provided life support services during medical emergencies on scene and en route to the hospital.
- Collected pertinent information from the patient, family and friends, medical records and prescriptions.
- Administered continuous and 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring.
- Maintained updated knowledge with treatment protocols, response requirements and quality assurance procedures.
- Interacted with patients, families, hospital staff and the general public.
- Completed all mandatory education and training classes.
- Operated and maintained emergency vehicles in a safe, efficient manner while obeying all traffic laws.
AEMT
Puckett EMS
Austell, GA
05.2013 - 06.2014
- Provided life support services during medical emergencies on scene and en route to the hospital.
- Maintained a state of readiness and alertness for all assignments.
- Rapidly assessed whether life threatening criteria was present and took immediate action.
- Operated and maintained emergency vehicles in a safe, efficient manner while obeying all traffic laws.
- Completed all mandatory education and training classes.
- Interacted with patients, families, hospital staff and the general public.
Sargeant
US ARMY
Baltimore, MD
07.2005 - 07.2011
- Led an infantry team of six members in combat operations, including providing tactical guidance.
- Effective decision-maker in high-pressure environments.
- One of two NCOIC in charge of battalion CSM and LTC personal security detachment.
- Duties included:
- Meeting with senior leaders and planning movements of the CSM and LTC.
- Trained and instructed subordinates and supported units on weapon systems, mount training and route clearance.
- Supervised operation and organizational maintenance of weapons systems and specialized equipment.
- Maintained rifles, machine guns, mortars and hand grenades.
Education
Certificate - Paramedicine
Fortis College
Smyrna, GA01.2015
Certificate - EMT
Greenville Tech
Greenville, SC01.2012
Skills
- BLS/ACLS certified
- Airway management techniques
- Cool and collected under pressure
- Skilled problem solver
- Wound care expert
- EKG expertise
- Operations management
- Performance monitoring
- Staff supervision
- Employee development
- Scheduling coordination
Accomplishments
- Awarded the Army Achievement Medal in 2007/2010.
- War in Iraq Medal x2
- Received Global War on Terrorism Service Medal.
- Maintained 100% accountability of a large section of equipment worth over $25,000 during multiple overseas deployments.
Certification
- National Registry
- PHTLS - Prehospital Trauma Life Support
- AMLS
- BLS
- ACLS
Timeline
Operations Supervisor Paramedic
Metro Atlanta Ambulance Service
02.2025 - Current
Contract Paramedic
Multiple
02.2020 - 01.2024
Paramedic
Metro Atlanta Ambulance Service
06.2017 - 02.2022
AEMT/ Paramedic
Rural Metro
09.2014 - 06.2017
AEMT
Puckett EMS
05.2013 - 06.2014
Sargeant
US ARMY
07.2005 - 07.2011
Certificate - EMT
Greenville Tech
Certificate - Paramedicine
Fortis College