Michael Wagar
Akron,OH
Summary
Enthusiastic animal keeper willing to take on any task to help organization's mission succeed. Pleasant, hardworking and reliable with great interpersonal skills.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Avian Keeper/animal Husbandry and Care
Raptor Hallow Sanctuary
11.2022 - Current
- Maintained cleanliness and hygiene in animal housing areas, reducing the risk of disease and infections.
- Trained new employees in proper handling techniques, resulting in a safer work environment for both staff and animals. I also prepare diets for the animals, I am involved in public education with these wonderful animals.I participate in demonstrations of flight with numerous birds of prey as we fly them to other staff and back using positive reinforcement and falconers gloves. I have handled and care for a variety of birds of prey, including hawks, red tail hawks, bay wing or dusky hawks, owls,falcons, and eagles. Raptors are amazing animals and it is a pure joy to be able to work with them.I have also transported these birds to various locations in kennels. I have crated and kenneled all typres of raptors and non raptors and I have handled and flown all types of raptors and non raptors. I also carry out animal husbandry on various other animals we have including reptiles, mammals, and non prey birds.This is a non paid position and i am there twice a week
- Stocked, cleaned and disinfected habitats of [Number] animals to protect animal health and wellbeing.
- Fed, groomed and watered [Number] [Type] animals.
Curbside Fulfillment Associate
Lowes
10.2022 - Current
- Streamlined order processing by implementing efficient picking and packing techniques.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by accurately fulfilling orders within tight deadlines.
- Maintained inventory accuracy with meticulous attention to detail in receiving, storage, and shipment preparation.
Paramedic Field Training Officer
CCleveland EMS
08.2000 - 08.2022
- Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive pre-hospital emergency care and advanced life support interventions.
- Mentored and trained new paramedics, enhancing their skills and knowledge through hands-on instruction and real-world experience.
- Collaborated with emergency medical teams to ensure seamless patient handoffs, leading to improved continuity of care.
- Developed training materials for fellow paramedics, ensuring consistent understanding of protocols and procedures.
- Enhanced response times by coordinating with dispatchers, law enforcement, and other first responders during emergencies.
- Evaluated trainee performance during clinical rotations, providing constructive feedback to facilitate growth and improvement.
- Managed inventory of medical equipment and supplies on ambulances, maintaining readiness for all emergencies.
- Conducted regular reviews of protocols and procedures in line with industry best practices, promoting continuous improvements in patient care standards.
- Administered medications as required based on protocols or under the direction of a physician via radio communication during emergencies.
- Established airway management techniques when necessary for patients with respiratory distress or failure.
- Assisted patients experiencing cardiac arrest by performing CPR immediately upon arrival at the scene.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on advancements in emergency medical services.
- Created detailed reports documenting each call''s events from start to finish while maintaining accuracy and confidentiality.
- Facilitated debriefings after critical incidents involving both trainees and experienced paramedics in order to improve future responses.
- Sustained positive relationships with hospital staff during patient transfers to establish trustworthiness among healthcare professionals.
- Conveyed empathy towards distressed individuals during emergency responses, ultimately providing emotional support.
- Upheld strict safety regulations for both self and team members while navigating through hazardous situations.
- Cultivated a positive learning environment that fostered growth for both new and experienced paramedics.
- Managed challenging scenes with multiple casualties by prioritizing patient care, delegating tasks efficiently, and maintaining clear communication among team members.
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
- Responded to daily emergencies and worked alongside firemen and EMTs.
- Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Maintained patient care, treatment and medication documentation for accurate, up-to-date clinical records.
- Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members and identified appropriate medical facility for transport.
- Transferred patients safely and securely to medical facilities for continued care.
- Communicated with treatment center personnel and dispatchers to provide information about situation, arrange reception of victims and receive instructions for further treatment.
- Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome.
- Stayed in constant communication with patients to continuously maintain care and comfort during transportation.
- Educated patients and family members on medical treatments and therapies for informed support.
- Dispensed medications and monitored patient responses for adaptive treatment.
- Administered fluid replacement via IV, IO, and IM to replace fluid volumes and correct electrolyte imbalances.
- Performed intubations to secure airway in patients under respiratory and cardiac arrest.
- Identified appropriate medications based on potential interactions with other medicines, accurately calculating correct dosages according to drugs on hand and patient's weight.
- Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
- Communicated with medical professionals in medical terms to relay patient needs and maintain accuracy.
- Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as vents, ET tubes, medication, and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Provided immediate and constructive feedback to students individually and as group.
- Evaluated students' competencies through written assignments and examinations.
- Conducted clinical simulations and provided feedback for each individual student.
- Delivered individualized instruction on observation, assessment, decision-making and patient health teaching.
- Supervised students when administering medications to maintain patient safety.
- Analyzed clinical settings' success in helping students achieve course and program outcomes.
- Instructed students on how to perform head-to-toe assessments on patients and how to intervene in medical emergencies.
Paramedic Field Training Officer
Clayton County Fire
03.1993 - 07.1998
- Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive pre-hospital emergency care and advanced life support interventions.
- Mentored and trained new paramedics, enhancing their skills and knowledge through hands-on instruction and real-world experience.
- Collaborated with emergency medical teams to ensure seamless patient handoffs, leading to improved continuity of care.
- Developed training materials for fellow paramedics, ensuring consistent understanding of protocols and procedures.
- Enhanced response times by coordinating with dispatchers, law enforcement, and other first responders during emergencies.
- Managed inventory of medical equipment and supplies on ambulances, maintaining readiness for all emergencies.
- Evaluated trainee performance during clinical rotations, providing constructive feedback to facilitate growth and improvement.
- Conducted regular reviews of protocols and procedures in line with industry best practices, promoting continuous improvements in patient care standards.
- Implemented quality assurance measures within the team, resulting in a high level of patient care consistency across all shifts.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on advancements in emergency medical services.
- Assisted patients experiencing cardiac arrest by performing CPR immediately upon arrival at the scene.
- Established airway management techniques when necessary for patients with respiratory distress or failure.
- Administered medications as required based on protocols or under the direction of a physician via radio communication during emergencies.
- Created detailed reports documenting each call''s events from start to finish while maintaining accuracy and confidentiality.
- Sustained positive relationships with hospital staff during patient transfers to establish trustworthiness among healthcare professionals.
- Facilitated debriefings after critical incidents involving both trainees and experienced paramedics in order to improve future responses.
- Upheld strict safety regulations for both self and team members while navigating through hazardous situations.
- Conveyed empathy towards distressed individuals during emergency responses, ultimately providing emotional support.
- Cultivated a positive learning environment that fostered growth for both new and experienced paramedics.
- Managed challenging scenes with multiple casualties by prioritizing patient care, delegating tasks efficiently, and maintaining clear communication among team members.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Responded to daily emergencies and worked alongside firemen and EMTs.
- Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Maintained patient care, treatment and medication documentation for accurate, up-to-date clinical records.
- Transferred patients safely and securely to medical facilities for continued care.
- Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members and identified appropriate medical facility for transport.
- Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome.
- Communicated with treatment center personnel and dispatchers to provide information about situation, arrange reception of victims and receive instructions for further treatment.
- Educated patients and family members on medical treatments and therapies for informed support.
- Dispensed medications and monitored patient responses for adaptive treatment.
- Stayed in constant communication with patients to continuously maintain care and comfort during transportation.
- Administered fluid replacement via IV, IO, and IM to replace fluid volumes and correct electrolyte imbalances.
- Performed intubations to secure airway in patients under respiratory and cardiac arrest.
- Identified appropriate medications based on potential interactions with other medicines, accurately calculating correct dosages according to drugs on hand and patient's weight.
- Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
- Communicated with medical professionals in medical terms to relay patient needs and maintain accuracy.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as vents, ET tubes, medication, and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
Paramedic
Grady Memorial Hospital
04.1990 - 02.1993
- Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments, treatments, and interventions.
- Enhanced team efficiency through clear communication and collaboration during high-pressure emergency situations.
- Reduced response times by maintaining thorough knowledge of local geography and navigation routes.
- Ensured patient safety by adhering to strict protocols for proper lifting techniques, equipment use, and infection control.
- Delivered compassionate care to patients with a variety of medical emergencies, including cardiac arrests, traumas, strokes, and respiratory distress.
- Increased survival rates with rapid recognition of life-threatening conditions and swift initiation of appropriate interventions.
- Contributed to community outreach efforts by participating in public education events on CPR, first aid, and emergency preparedness.
- Documented patient care accurately using electronic medical records software according to regulatory guidelines for billing purposes and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
- Assisted in training new paramedics by serving as a preceptor and sharing clinical expertise during ridealongs.
- Coordinated with other emergency services personnel such as police officers and firefighters during complex incidents for optimal scene management and resource allocation.
- Supported local disaster response efforts by preparing ambulances with necessary supplies and assisting victims at mass casualty incidents or natural disasters.
Education
No Degree - General Studies
Ohio University
Athens Ohio06.1982
No Degree - Paramedic
Clayton State College
Morrow Georgia11.1990
No Degree - EMT Basic
Dekalb Technical Institute
Tucker Georgia01.1989
Skills
- Punctual and Reliable
- Excellent Communication
- Professionalism
- Adaptability
Accomplishments
I have received the Medal of Valor from The City of Cleveland on a scene i nwas on that posed great danger.I was able to convinve a young woman to accompanme off a bridge she was going to jump nfrom. She was approx 110n feet above the cuyahoga river on the detroit suoperior bridge and she allowed me to climb to her and talk. I had no safety harness. After about three hours,she agreed to come to safety.
I have received the Life Saver Award 9 times in my career for the successful rescucitation of patients from cardiac arrest/death to leaving the hospital and rejoining their families.
Timeline
Avian Keeper/animal Husbandry and Care
Raptor Hallow Sanctuary
11.2022 - Current
Curbside Fulfillment Associate
Lowes
10.2022 - Current
Paramedic Field Training Officer
CCleveland EMS
08.2000 - 08.2022
Paramedic Field Training Officer
Clayton County Fire
03.1993 - 07.1998
Paramedic
Grady Memorial Hospital
04.1990 - 02.1993
No Degree - General Studies
Ohio University
No Degree - Paramedic
Clayton State College
No Degree - EMT Basic
Dekalb Technical Institute