PATRICIA SMITH
Pasadena,US
Summary
Hardworking, highly motivated professional eager to lend combined knowledge and skills to enhance business performance. Operates well in both individual and team capacities, leveraging seasoned work ethic to quickly adapt to different processes and drive company objectives. Resourceful and results-driven with a passion for growth and efficiency to meet company needs and increase service value.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paramedic
Acadian Ambulance Service
06.2016 - Current
- Provide advanced life support care to critically ill and injured patients in pre-hospital settings.
- Administer medications, perform IV therapy, wound care, CPR, and other life-saving procedures.
- Maintain accurate patient documentation in compliance with HIPAA and company protocols.
- Served as part of the All-Safe Driving Team, training new hires on safe ambulance operation and performance standards.
- Conduct routine vehicle and equipment checks to ensure readiness and compliance with safety standards.
- Collaborated closely with other healthcare professionals such as nurses, paramedics and physicians in providing quality patient care.
Critical Care Paramedic
Acadian Ambulance Service
06.2019 - 12.2024
- Proficiently operated a variety of medical equipment such as oxygen delivery systems, cardiac monitors, ventilators and intravenous pumps.
- Demonstrated expertise in providing advanced medical care to critically ill and injured patients in the pre-hospital setting.
- Collaborate with hospital personnel to provide through patient updates and facilitate smooth care transfer.
Paramedic Supervisor
Acadian Ambulance Service
07.2019 - 08.2020
- Investigated complaints from patients regarding paramedic services rendered, addressing any issues promptly.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care activities and medical treatments provided by paramedic staff.
- Coordinated transportation logistics for patients to ensure timely delivery of services to hospitals or other healthcare facilities.
EMT-Intermediate
Baystar Ambulance Service
08.2014 - 06.2016
- Baystar was bought out by Acadian in June 2016.
- Administered medications under standing orders from physicians or paramedics according to established protocols.
- Collaborated closely with other healthcare professionals such as nurses, paramedics and physicians in providing quality patient care.
- Performed daily maintenance checks on ambulances before responding to emergency calls.
Administrative Assistant
Harris County ESD#5
12.2010 - 08.2014
- Conducted research projects related to specific topics assigned by the management team.
- Prepared documents for meetings including agendas, handouts and other materials.
- Developed and maintained filing systems for confidential documents and records.
- Assisted in the preparation of presentations using Microsoft Office Suite applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
Education
NEMSA
USAssociate of Applied Science Degree - undefined
San Jacinto College
USHigh School Diploma - undefined
Crosby High School
USSkills
- Critical Care Paramedic
- Critical Decision-Making Skills
- Direct Patient Care
- Pre-Hospital Care
Certification
- Paramedic
- BLS
- PALS
- ACLS
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimePart TimeTimeline
Paramedic Supervisor
Acadian Ambulance Service
07.2019 - 08.2020
Critical Care Paramedic
Acadian Ambulance Service
06.2019 - 12.2024
Paramedic
Acadian Ambulance Service
06.2016 - Current
EMT-Intermediate
Baystar Ambulance Service
08.2014 - 06.2016
Administrative Assistant
Harris County ESD#5
12.2010 - 08.2014
Associate of Applied Science Degree - undefined
San Jacinto College
High School Diploma - undefined
Crosby High School
NEMSA
awards
Paramedic Of The Year 2022