Michael Valerio
firefighter paramedic
Winchester,CA
Summary
Highly communicative professional known for having mechanical aptitude and great integrity. A dependable candidate promoting exemplary talents in active listening, effective communication and quick response.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Firefighter Paramedic
CAL Fire / San Diego Co. Fire
El Cajon , CA
01.2024 - Current
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Firefighter Paramedic
CAL Fire/ Riverside County Fire Dept
05.2022 - 12.2022
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Effectively supported fire suppression by setting up and maintaining water supply lines.
- Laid and connected hoses, held nozzles and directed water streams as part of fire suppression activities at active scenes.
- Conducted thorough tests and inspections of gear, equipment and tools to stay ready for every type of fire.
Paramedic
San Diego City, Falck
02.2023 - 01.2024
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
- Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
- Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome.
- Administered fluid replacement via IV, IO, and IM to replace fluid volumes and correct electrolyte imbalances.
EMT / Paramedic
American Medical Response
08.2018 - 05.2022
- Assessed situation severity of emergent medical incidents and provided care accordingly
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks with required frequency to ensure proper 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
Firefighter I (Seasonal)
CAL Fire RRU
05.2013 - 12.2013
- Effectively supported fire suppression by setting up and maintaining water supply lines.
- Performed variety of fire suppression activities at fire scenes, including laying and connecting hose, holding nozzles and directing water streams, raising and climbing ladders and using pike poles, smoke ejectors, and forcible entry tools.
- Removed individuals from dangerous situations and offered emergency assistance for minor and critical concerns.
- Checked all fire and life safety systems and equipment for proper placement at properties, including fire alarms, sprinkler systems and smoke detectors.
Firefighter I (Seasonal)
CAL Fire MVU
05.2010 - 12.2010
- Maintained close contact with dispatch to receive and share information about current fires, equipment movements and incoming personnel.
- Performed variety of fire suppression activities at fire scenes, including laying and connecting hose, holding nozzles and directing water streams, raising and climbing ladders and using pike poles, smoke ejectors, and forcible entry tools.
- Evaluated areas after containing fires to identify and suppress hot spots.
- Operated pumping engine to direct water pressure in hose and nozzle for most efficient operation.
Emergency Medical Technician
Medix Ambulance Service
02.2008 - 05.2013
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Executed emergency diagnostic procedures to treat patients, including stomach suction, airway management and heart monitoring.
- Administered tests and medication to stabilize patients in field or in transit.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
Reserve Firefighter
Orange County Fire Authority
04.2006 - 05.2010
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Calmly and effectively directed evacuations during fires and emergencies to avoid fatalities, injuries and panic.
- Removed individuals from dangerous situations and offered emergency assistance for minor and critical concerns.
- Provided station tours, pre-incident surveys and installed smoke detectors to provide fire education to public.
Hand Crew Firefighter
United States Forest Service
06.2004 - 12.2004
- Conducted thorough tests and inspections of gear, equipment and tools to stay ready for every type of fire.
- Evaluated areas after containing fires to identify and suppress hot spots.
- Cut and cleared brush, as well as dug trenches to create fire lines using hand tools and chainsaws.
- Patrolled burnt areas after fires to locate and eliminate hot spots that could flare or rekindle.
Education
EMT School -
Saddleback College
Mission Viejo, CAFirefighter I Academy - Firefighter I Academy
Riverside Community College
Riverside, CAParamedic School - Paramedic School
NCTI
Riverside, CACAL Fire Firefighter Academy (FFA) - CAL Fire-Firefighter Academy
CAL Fire Training Center
Ione, CASkills
- Nationally Registered Paramedic
- CA State Licensed Paramedic
- AHA-Basic Life Support-CPR
- AHA-Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- AHA-Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- International Trauma Life Support (ITLS)
- Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS)
- IS-100 Intro to ICS
- I-200 Basic ICS
- IS 700 NIMS Intro
- IS-800 National Response Framework
- FEMA-National Fire Academy-Intro to Fire/EMS Supervision and Management
- IS-240b Leadership and Influence
- IS-200b ICS for Single Resources and Initial Action Incident
- IS-102c Preparing for Federal Disaster Operations
- CA Firefighter I
- RRC Firefighter Academy
- CAL Fire Firefighter Academy ( IONE,CA )
- CAL Fire Basic
- Trench Rescue
- Rescue Systems 1
- Confined Space Awarness
- Driver Operator 1A
- Driver Operator 1D Tillered Apparatus
- Firefighter Restricted Drivers License
- C-212 Level A Classroom
- S-212 Level A Field
- S-110 Basic Wildland Fire
- S-190 Intro Fire Behavior
- S-290 Intermediate Fire Behavior
- L-180 Human Factors
- Wildland Firefighter Survival
- Fire Control 1 Fire Chemistry
- Fire Control 3 STR Firefighting
- Fire Control 4a, 4b Flammable Gases/Liquids
- Fire Control 6 Wildland Fire Essentials
- Fire Control 7 Wildland Firefighting
- HazMat FR-O
- HazMat FR-O Decon
- USAR TF-5 Orientation Course
- SwiftWater-Flood/Search & Rescue Awareness & Rope Rescue
- FEMA Initial Fire Investigation for First Responders
- Auto Extrication
- Rapid Intervention Crew Tactics
- Firefighter Survival
- Rail Safety for First Responders
- OCFA Reserve Firefighter Academy
- FEMA Emergency Response to Terrorism
References
John Hines, Captain, Soboba Fire Department 714-615-3220
Trenton Grinstead, Captain, CAL Fire/RivCo FD 949-933-5387
Timeline
Firefighter Paramedic
CAL Fire / San Diego Co. Fire
01.2024 - Current
Paramedic
San Diego City, Falck
02.2023 - 01.2024
Firefighter Paramedic
CAL Fire/ Riverside County Fire Dept
05.2022 - 12.2022
EMT / Paramedic
American Medical Response
08.2018 - 05.2022
Firefighter I (Seasonal)
CAL Fire RRU
05.2013 - 12.2013
Firefighter I (Seasonal)
CAL Fire MVU
05.2010 - 12.2010
Emergency Medical Technician
Medix Ambulance Service
02.2008 - 05.2013
Reserve Firefighter
Orange County Fire Authority
04.2006 - 05.2010
Hand Crew Firefighter
United States Forest Service
06.2004 - 12.2004
EMT School -
Saddleback College
Firefighter I Academy - Firefighter I Academy
Riverside Community College
Paramedic School - Paramedic School
NCTI
CAL Fire Firefighter Academy (FFA) - CAL Fire-Firefighter Academy
CAL Fire Training Center
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