Raymond Batchelor
Paramedic
Tishomingo,MS
Summary
Seasoned Paramedic Supervisor with a robust history at Edgefield County EMS, showcasing exceptional skills in advanced life support and critical decision-making. Elevated patient survival rates significantly through advanced training and leadership. Renowned for fostering professional growth and ensuring high-quality patient care. Expert in documentation and adept at managing high-pressure situations with compassion and efficiency.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Paramedic
North Mississippi Medical Center
05.2024 - Current
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Delivered compassionate care to patients with a variety of medical emergencies, including cardiac arrests, traumas, strokes, and respiratory distress.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments, treatments, and interventions.
- Worked en-route to hospital to prepare patients for arrival or surgery and control wounds.
- Documented patient care accurately using electronic medical records software according to regulatory guidelines for billing purposes and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
Paramedic
Magnolia Regional Medical Center
11.2023 - 01.2025
- Delivered compassionate care to patients with a variety of medical emergencies, including cardiac arrests, traumas, strokes, and respiratory distress.
- Documented patient care accurately using electronic medical records software according to regulatory guidelines for billing purposes and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
Paramedic
Aberdeen Ambulance Service
08.2022 - 11.2023
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Documented patient care accurately using electronic medical records software according to regulatory guidelines for billing purposes and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
Paramedic Supervisor
Casey County EMS
05.2020 - 08.2022
- Facilitated continuing education opportunities for paramedic staff, promoting a culture of continuous learning and professional development.
- Mentored junior paramedics, fostering professional growth and development within the team.
- Improved overall team performance by implementing a comprehensive performance evaluation system.
- Addressed public concerns regarding emergency medical services by attending community meetings and providing clear explanations about service delivery.
Paramedic Supervisor / EMS Director
Edgefield County EMS
08.2004 - 04.2020
- Evaluated emerging trends and new technologies in the field of emergency medical services to ensure that the team remained at the forefront of best practices.
- Increased patient survival rates through rigorous training of paramedic staff in advanced life support techniques.
- Facilitated continuing education opportunities for paramedic staff, promoting a culture of continuous learning and professional development.
- Addressed public concerns regarding emergency medical services by attending community meetings and providing clear explanations about service delivery.
- Improved overall team performance by implementing a comprehensive performance evaluation system.
- Managed scheduling, payroll, and personnel matters for the paramedic team to maintain optimal staffing levels at all times.
- Contributed to the development of department-wide policies, procedures, and protocols aimed at enhancing operational effectiveness.
Paramedic Crew Chief
Aiken County EMS
09.1992 - 08.2004
- Communicated call priority to driver to support safe and timely arrival to scene.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in emergency medicine and maintain licensure requirements.
- Safeguarded patient dignity by providing compassionate care and respecting cultural differences while administering medical treatment.
- Utilized knowledge of area medical facilities to choose appropriate hospital destination for patients.
Education
Paramedic Certification - Emergency Medicine
Midlands Technical College
West Columbia, SC04.1995
High School Diploma -
Midland Valley High
Langley, SC06.1988
Skills
- Documentation and reporting
- Advanced life support
- Critical decision-making skills
- Direct patient care
- Patient management
- Intubation
- Patient assessments
- IV insertion
- Pre-hospital care
- Pediatric advanced life support
Timeline
Paramedic
North Mississippi Medical Center
05.2024 - Current
Paramedic
Magnolia Regional Medical Center
11.2023 - 01.2025
Paramedic
Aberdeen Ambulance Service
08.2022 - 11.2023
Paramedic Supervisor
Casey County EMS
05.2020 - 08.2022
Paramedic Supervisor / EMS Director
Edgefield County EMS
08.2004 - 04.2020
Paramedic Crew Chief
Aiken County EMS
09.1992 - 08.2004
Paramedic Certification - Emergency Medicine
Midlands Technical College
High School Diploma -
Midland Valley High
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