Raymond Ramirez
Texas,Texas
Summary
Confident Firefighter works effectively as part of a cohesive team. A highly trained individual with great mechanical aptitude and background in medical response and fire suppression. Handles issues quickly and resolves conflicts successfully. Communicative Firefighter/paramedic, known for first-rate mechanical aptitude and great integrity. Dependable individual dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for citizens and fellow firefighters through productive, safe services. Expertise in providing emergency rescue, performing fire suppression techniques, and maintaining fire apparatus and equipment. Highly trained Firefighter/Paramedic proficient in equipment, techniques, and tools useful for optimizing firefighting and EMS services. Coordinates safety-first approaches to every fire. Resourceful, hardworking, and dependable professional. Reliable Firefighter touting 12 years responding to emergency calls. Knowledgeable resource for promoting fire safety via talks and advice. Promoting exemplary skills in performing practice drills, inspecting fire equipment, and mentoring others. Dependable Firefighter/Paramedic effective in managing operations. Successful in encouraging team members to work efficiently and meet production targets. Well-organized, self-motivated, and knowledgeable about successful strategies for managing fast-paced work. To seek and maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management, and problem-solving skills. Ready to help the team achieve company goals. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fire Fighter Paramedic
City Of Georgetown
Georgetown, TX
08.2018 - Current
- Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
- Maintained strong knowledge of firefighting principles and suppression methods, which enabled proper decision-making in emergency situations.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Led team in fighting fires and exercised considerable judgment in deciding best way to extinguish based on type of fuel and environment.
- Checked fire and life safety systems and equipment for proper placement at properties.
- Inspected equipment following each fire call to ascertain effective functionality of hoses, breathing masks and fire tools.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds and stations for proper order and condition.
- Acted quickly to contain hazardous chemicals likely to catch fire, leak or spill.
- Inspected buildings for pre-fire plans, fire hazards and compliance with fire prevention ordinances.
- Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities.
- Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
- Carried, placed and extended ladders in training and in emergencies.
- Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
- Operated pumping engine to direct water pressure in hose and nozzle for most efficient operation.
- Responded to confined space incidents, EMS and hazardous material incidents.
- Trained fire personnel in safe and proper operation and maintenance of fire department apparatus and vehicles.
- Assisted with safety audits and tracking of narcotics.
- Assisted with safety audits and tracking of chemical and waste inventories.
Fire Fighter/Paramedic
Emergency Service District 8
San Antonio, TX
11.2011 - Current
- Maintained strong knowledge of firefighting principles and suppression methods, which enabled proper decision-making in emergency situations.
- Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Acted quickly to contain hazardous chemicals likely to catch fire, leak or spill.
- Checked fire and life safety systems and equipment for proper placement at properties.
- Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds and stations for proper order and condition.
- Inspected equipment following each fire call to ascertain effective functionality of hoses, breathing masks and fire tools.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
- Removed individuals from dangerous situations and offered emergency assistance for minor and critical concerns.
- Trained fire personnel in safe and proper operation and maintenance of fire department apparatus and vehicles.
- Assisted with safety audits and tracking of chemical and waste inventories.
- Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
- Operated pumping engine to direct water pressure in hose and nozzle for most efficient operation.
- Notified fire dispatchers to detail difficulties encountered, request additional firefighters and obtain emergency supplies.
- Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities.
Fire Fighter/Paramedic
City Of Helotes
Helotes, TX
10.2009 - 07.2021
- Maintained strong knowledge of firefighting principles and suppression methods, which enabled proper decision-making in emergency situations.
- Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Acted quickly to contain hazardous chemicals likely to catch fire, leak or spill.
- Checked fire and life safety systems and equipment for proper placement at properties.
- Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds and stations for proper order and condition.
- Inspected equipment following each fire call to ascertain effective functionality of hoses, breathing masks and fire tools.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
- Removed individuals from dangerous situations and offered emergency assistance for minor and critical concerns.
- Trained fire personnel in safe and proper operation and maintenance of fire department apparatus and vehicles.
- Carried, placed and extended ladders in training and in emergencies.
- Inspected buildings for pre-fire plans, fire hazards and compliance with fire prevention ordinances.
- Stabilized and lifted patients with backboard and cot.
- Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities.
- Operated pumping engine to direct water pressure in hose and nozzle for most efficient operation.
- Notified fire dispatchers to detail difficulties encountered, request additional firefighters and obtain emergency supplies.
Paramedic
University Hospital And Clinics
San Antonio, TX
09.2016 - 09.2017
- Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members, and identified appropriate medical facilities for transport.
- Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as ET tubes, medication, and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
- Executed suction airway management and heart monitoring to treat patients.
- Administered tests and medication to stabilize patients in the field or in transit.
- Responded to daily emergencies and worked alongside nurses and EMTs.
- Identified appropriate medications based on potential interactions with other medicines, accurately calculating correct dosages according to drugs on hand and patient's weight.
- Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at the scene.
- Communicated with medical professionals in medical terms to relay patient needs and maintain accuracy.
- Performed intubations to secure the airway in patients under respiratory and cardiac arrest.
- Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome.
- Communicated with lucid patients to gather incident and medical history information.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
Education
Associate of Science -
San Antonio College
San Antonio, TX05.2022
EMT Paramedic - EMS
University of Texas Health Science San Antonio
San Antonio, TX12.2014
EMT Intermediate - EMS
Palo Alto College
San Antonio, TX05.2010
Associate of Applied Science - EMT/Fire Science
San Antonio College
San Antonio, TX05.2007
High School Diploma -
John Marshall High School, San Antonio, TX
8000 Lobo LN San Antonio, TX 7824005.2002
Skills
- Safety Equipment Inspection
- Hazard Identification
- Detailed Reporting
- Two-Way Radio Coordination
- Victim Rescue
- Team Collaboration
- Pump and Hose Management
- Smoke Suppression and Removal
- Personal Protective Equipment PPE
- Alarm Response
- Fire Prevention Education
- Emergency Response
- Water Emergency Response
- Fire Suppression Techniques
- Station and Equipment Cleaning
- Drills and Demonstrations
- Basic Life Support
- Decision Making
- Team Building
- K12 Saw Operation
- Hose Control Precision
- Dry Chemical Fire Suppression
- High-rise Structure Response
- Employee Training
- Work Planning and Prioritizing
- Response Coordination
- Vehicle and Equipment Operation
- Quality Assessment
- Extinguisher Operation and Maintenance
- Map Reading
- Documentation and Recordkeeping
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Conflict Resolution
- Problem Anticipation and Resolution
- Injury Assessment and Prioritization
- Vital Sign Assessment
- Patient Immobilization
- Attention to Detail
- Medical Supply Replenishment
- Ambulance Transport
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Basic Trauma Life Support
- Ambulance Decontamination
- Stretcher and Backboard Use
- Emergency Medical Team Coordination
- Patient Condition Observation
- Emergency Vehicle Driving
- Work Coordination
- First Aid
- Prehospital Care
- Medical Equipment Maintenance
- Venipuncture Procedures
- NARCAN Protocol
- Adult Laryngoscopes
- Stair Chairs
- Emotional Support
- Drug Inventory Management
- Medical History Recording
- Patient Positioning
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Airway Management
- Emergency Treatment Procedures
- Advanced Lifesaving Procedures
- Mass Casualty Protocols
- Neurological Assessments
- Orthopedic Splint Systems
- Multi-patient Triage
- Cardiac Defibrillation
- Lower Extremity Traction Devices
- Heart Monitoring
- Oxygen Equipment
- Treatment Documentation
- Pediatric Laryngoscopes
- Rapport Building
Accomplishments
Paramedic FTO: Assist with credentialing new paramedics through training and oversight on EMS calls.
Master Fireman: Over 12 years in the fire service.
Certification
TCFP Driver Operator
Basic Wildland Fire Fighter
EMT-Paramedic
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Fire Fighter Paramedic
City Of Georgetown
08.2018 - Current
Paramedic
University Hospital And Clinics
09.2016 - 09.2017
Fire Fighter/Paramedic
Emergency Service District 8
11.2011 - Current
Fire Fighter/Paramedic
City Of Helotes
10.2009 - 07.2021
Associate of Science -
San Antonio College
EMT Paramedic - EMS
University of Texas Health Science San Antonio
EMT Intermediate - EMS
Palo Alto College
Associate of Applied Science - EMT/Fire Science
San Antonio College
High School Diploma -
John Marshall High School, San Antonio, TX
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