Molly Dow
Fair Oaks,CA
Summary
Knowledgeable Paramedic and Emergency Room Technician with background in emergency medical services. Proven track record of stabilizing patients during critical emergencies and coordinating with healthcare teams. Demonstrated ability to perform advanced lifesaving procedures and provide compassionate patient care.
Experienced with emergency medical care, providing rapid response and effective treatment. Utilizes advanced medical techniques and protocols to stabilize patients. Knowledge of team collaboration and effective communication in high-stress situations. Adaptable Paramedic with great hands on skills and critical thinking abilities. Proven leadership illustrated over 15 years of excellent emergency medical performance. Dedicated to fast-paced and compassionate care.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
911 Field Paramedic
American Medical Response, AMR
07.2022 - Current
- Facilitated seamless care transitions by providing comprehensive handovers to hospital staff upon arrival at emergency departments.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of evolving industry practices and advancements in pre-hospital care through regular training sessions, workshops, and conferences.
- Enhanced team efficiency through clear communication and collaboration with fellow paramedics, emergency medical technicians, and other healthcare professionals.
- Acted as a patient advocate by addressing concerns, answering questions, and providing emotional support during medical emergencies.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
Emergency Room Technician/Emergency Room Registration Clerk
Dameron Hospital Adventist Health
06.2021 - 07.2022
- Performed regular quality and validation assessments on patient data to verify accuracy. Retrieved medical data for physicians and patients.
- Assisted with resuscitation, CPR and emergency airway procedures.
- Collected basic samples, labeled specimens properly and transferred to laboratory for testing, Liaised between nurses, physicians, patients, and visitors.
- Continuously monitored patients and reported changes to head nurses and physicians. Received direction and assignments from physicians and nurses, providing efficient technical support to optimize patient care.
- Decontaminated and sanitized all equipment, instruments and supplies. Administered first aid treatment and life support to care for sick or injured individuals. Followed all hospital policies and procedures and complied with local, state and federal agency and accrediting body guidelines.
- Operated electrocardiogram machines to monitor patients' heart activities.
- Communicated effectively with patients and families, explaining procedures and providing reassurance during stressful situations.
- Answered and directed phone calls, providing information and assistance to patients and staff.
- Answered phone calls and messages for 10-30 physician's medical facility, scheduling appointments, and handling patient inquiries.
Full Time Field Paramedic (911)
American Legion Ambulance, Post 108
07.2018 - 07.2020
- Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members, and identified appropriate medical facility for transport. Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
- Identified appropriate medications based on potential interactions with other medicines, accurately calculating correct dosages according to drugs on hand and patient's weight.
- Answered and directed phone calls, providing information and assistance to patients and staff.
Full Time Field Paramedic (911)
American Medical Response, AMR
07.2017 - 07.2018
- Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as vents, ET tubes, medication and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
- Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members and identified appropriate medical facility for transport.
- Trained EMTs in basic life support skills, oxygen therapy and wound care.
- Answered and directed phone calls, providing information and assistance to patients and staff.
Full Time Field Paramedic (911)
Sierra Nevada Ambulance, Dignity Health
03.2013 - 07.2018
- Administered tests and medication to stabilize patients in field or in transit.
- Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
- Communicated with medical professionals in medical terms to relay patient needs and maintain accuracy.
- Upgraded from Per-Diem to Full-time.
- Served as a mentor for new hires by sharing best practices learned from extensive hands-on experience in the field of pre-hospital emergency medicine.
- Acted as a patient advocate by addressing concerns, answering questions, and providing emotional support during medical emergencies.
EMT/ER Technician & Upgraded to Paramedic (911)
Eastern Plumas Health Care
12.2009 - 12.2014
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Administered emergency medication to patients, quickly responding to changes in conditions and medication reactions.
- Improved equipment performance by conducting regular maintenance and troubleshooting issues.
- Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.
- Trained new technicians on standard operating procedures, ensuring consistency across the team.
- Enhanced safety protocols, conducting regular inspections and safety drills for technical team.
- Answered and directed phone calls, providing information and assistance to patients and staff.
Education
Certificate - Critical Care Paramedic (Academic)
12.2015
Paramedic Academy (Certificate) - Paramedic Academy (completed)
04.2012
- Awarded: "Best Clinicals"
- Continuing education in Emergency Medical Services.
Fire Fighter 1 (Certificate) - Firefighter-1 (Academic)
12.2006
High School Diploma -
04-2003
(Certificate) - EMT-Basic
01.2003
Skills
- Multitasking Abilities, with Excellent Communication and Active Listening skills
- Exceptional Critical Thinking skills
- Well Versed in, Customer Service and Patient Relations
- Problem-Solving and Conflict Resolution
- Organization and Time Management Skills
- Comfortable in assisting Physician's, and any other Hospital Nursing staff
- Measuring and monitoring vitals signs and cardiac monitoring
- Self-Motivated with great Attention to Detail
- Proficient in Electronic Patient Care Report System's and computer skill's
- Vital signs monitoring
- Emergency vehicle operation
- Airway management
- Intravenous therapy
Accomplishments
- Earned "Best Clinicals" Award for my Paramedic Academy Clinical Rotations.
- Achieved Paramedic Certificate by completing Paramedic Academy with accuracy and efficiency.
Certification
- Licensed Paramedic, (CA #P30381) - (Current-10 years)
- Certified BLS/CPR, Med Cert - (Current)
- Certified PALS, Med Cert - (Current)
- Certified ACLS, Med Cert - (Current)
- Ambulance Drivers License, CA. (Current)
- Certified ITLS
Additional Information
- References available upon request.
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
911 Field Paramedic - American Medical Response, AMR
07.2022 - Current
Emergency Room Technician/Emergency Room Registration Clerk - Dameron Hospital Adventist Health
06.2021 - 07.2022
Full Time Field Paramedic (911) - American Legion Ambulance, Post 108
07.2018 - 07.2020
Full Time Field Paramedic (911) - American Medical Response, AMR
07.2017 - 07.2018
Full Time Field Paramedic (911) - Sierra Nevada Ambulance, Dignity Health
03.2013 - 07.2018
EMT/ER Technician & Upgraded to Paramedic (911) - Eastern Plumas Health Care
12.2009 - 12.2014
- Licensed Paramedic, (CA #P30381) - (Current-10 years)
- Certified BLS/CPR, Med Cert - (Current)
- Certified PALS, Med Cert - (Current)
- Certified ACLS, Med Cert - (Current)
- Ambulance Drivers License, CA. (Current)
- Certified ITLS
Creighton University - Certificate , Critical Care Paramedic (Academic)
Truckee Meadows Community College - Paramedic Academy (Certificate), Paramedic Academy (completed)
El Dorado County Volunteer Firefighters Academy - Fire Fighter 1 (Certificate), Firefighter-1 (Academic)
Independence High School - High School Diploma,
Sierra College - (Certificate), EMT-Basic
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