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Rita Carrasco

Summary

Certified Emergency Medical Technician with over two years of experience providing high-quality patient care during emergency and interfacility transports. Skilled in rapid assessment, triage, and life support interventions, with proven ability to prioritize effectively in life-threatening situations. Recognized for strong teamwork and seamless collaboration with EMS crews, hospital, staff, and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Emergency Medical Technician

Premier Ambulance
08.2023 - Current
  • Worked alongside RTs, RNs, and Paramedics in high stressed situations such as CCT, RT, and ALS shifts.
  • Promoted to Field Training Officer
  • Trained EMTs in basic life support skills, oxygen therapy, and wound care.
  • Spiked IV bags, prepped intubation trays, and obtained blood sugar checks regularly.
  • Assessed patient conditions and prioritized care based on severity, ensuring rapid response to life threatening emergencies.
  • Maintained composure and sound judgment under pressure, delivering efficient, high quality patient care in a fast paced environment.
  • Provided emergency and non emergency care during interfacility and 911 response calls, ensuring patient safety throughout transport.
  • Administered basic life-support, including airway management, bleeding control, CPR, and oxygen therapy, in accordance with protocols.

Emergency Medical Technician

Firstmed Ambulance Services
01.2023 - 08.2023
  • Enhanced patient care by efficiently assessing and addressing medical emergencies in high-pressure situations.
  • Increased team efficiency by collaborating with paramedics, firefighters, and other emergency personnel to provide seamless emergency care to patients.
  • Assisted with lifting and moving patients.
  • Administered CPR, oxygen and other life-saving medical treatments.
  • Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
  • Ensured accurate documentation of patient information, assessment findings, interventions performed, and overall condition by completing detailed reports in compliance with legal requirements and industry standards.
  • Enhanced equipment readiness by rigorously inspecting, maintaining, and restocking ambulance supplies and tools as needed.
  • Gained experience working 24hr shifts with paramedics in ALS.
  • spiked IV bags and set up intubation trays.

Cashier

Porto's Bakery And Cafe
06.2022 - 12.2022
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
  • Operated cash register for cash, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve sales targets and maintain a clean, well-stocked store environment.
  • Provided backup support for other departments when needed, showcasing versatility within the retail environment.

Education

Chatsworth Charter High School
Chatsworth, CA

No Degree - Emergency Medical Technician

Los Angeles Valley College
Van Nuys, CA
12-2022

Skills

  • Basic life support; CPR/AED Certified
  • Critical decision-making skills
  • Proficient in evaluating patient status, prioritizing care, and initiating life-saving interventions
  • Basic Life Support Procedures- Airway management, bleeding control, oxygen therapy, and vital signs monitoring
  • good interpersonal communication skills
  • Efficient and organized
  • Fluent in both Spanish and English
  • Team Oriented

Languages

Spanish

Timeline

Emergency Medical Technician

Premier Ambulance
08.2023 - Current

Emergency Medical Technician

Firstmed Ambulance Services
01.2023 - 08.2023

Cashier

Porto's Bakery And Cafe
06.2022 - 12.2022

Chatsworth Charter High School

No Degree - Emergency Medical Technician

Los Angeles Valley College

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