Montez Elash
San Antonio
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with experience in direct patient care and vital signs monitoring. Known for strong communication skills and ability to collaborate within multidisciplinary teams to implement effective care plans.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Medical Technician Basic
Acadian Ambulance
San Antonio, TX
03.2026 - Current
- Administered basic life support to patients in emergency situations.
- Assisted paramedics with patient assessments and treatment protocols.
- Operated medical equipment, including defibrillators and oxygen delivery systems.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information and care provided.
- CPR certified
- Nationally certified
- Certified in Texas
- Communicated effectively with team members and other healthcare professionals.
- Provided safe transport during emergency situations
- Responded to 911 medical emergencies
Patient Care Technician
UPMC Shadyside Hospital
Pittsburgh, PA
04.2018 - 08.2020
- Assisted nursing staff with patient care procedures and daily activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team, enhancing patient care quality.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health systems, supporting efficient data management.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to implement individualized patient care plans effectively.
- Trained staff on hospital protocols and best practices in patient care techniques to include verbal deescalation and safe restraint practices and hoyer lift operations.
- Implemented infection control measures, contributing to overall safety standards within the facility.
- Actively participated in continuous improvement initiatives, enhancing workflow efficiencies in patient care delivery.
- Performed blood draws, prepared lab samples, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
Submarine Sonar Technician
United States Naval Submarine Service
San Diego, CA
03.2011 - 03.2016
- Operated advanced sonar systems to detect and classify underwater objects.
- Analyzed sonar data to enhance operational effectiveness and mission success.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot technical issues in sonar equipment.
- Provided training and mentorship to junior technicians on sonar operations and maintenance.
- Battlestations Auxiliary operator
- Led a watch team and supervised various evolutions to maintain ship operations.
- Logistics for sonar division
Education
EMT Basic - BLS
NEMSA
San Antonio, TX03-2026
High School Diploma -
Port Huron Northern
Port Huron, MI03-2010
Skills
- Basic life support
- Vital signs monitoring
- Direct patient care
- Vital sign assessment
- Emergency vehicle operation
- Airway management
- Patient assessments
- Patient transport
- Medication administration
- Patient stabilization
- Pre-hospital care
- Diabetic emergencies
Certification
- EMT - Emergency Medical Technician
Timeline
Emergency Medical Technician Basic
Acadian Ambulance
03.2026 - Current
Patient Care Technician
UPMC Shadyside Hospital
04.2018 - 08.2020
Submarine Sonar Technician
United States Naval Submarine Service
03.2011 - 03.2016
EMT Basic - BLS
NEMSA
High School Diploma -
Port Huron Northern