Resourceful Emergency and Rescue Technician known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in emergency response, technical rescue operations, and medical support. Excel in critical thinking, teamwork, and adaptability, ensuring swift, coordinated responses in high-pressure situations. Committed to continuous learning and improvement in all aspects of rescue missions.
Hi, I’m
Rob Crouch
Chapel Hill,NC
Summary
Overview
11
years of professional experience
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
South Orange Rescue SquadCarrboro , North Carolina
Technical Rescuer
05.2018 - Current
Job overview
- Responded to emergency calls and assessed scene safety for rescue operations.
- Collaborated with team members to execute rescue plans effectively and efficiently.
- Operated specialized rescue equipment during high-risk situations to ensure safety.
- Conducted training sessions for new recruits on rescue techniques and equipment use.
- Engaged with community members to promote safety awareness and prevention strategies.
- Developed effective strategies for responding to various types of emergencies.
- Collaborated with local law enforcement officers during large-scale rescue efforts.
- Supervised volunteers assisting in rescue operations while adhering to protocol.
- Assisted with search and rescue operations for missing persons.
Orange County Emergency ServicesHillsborough, North Carolina
EMT-Basic
01.2015 - 02.2025
Job overview
- Responded swiftly to emergency calls and assessed patient conditions.
- Administered basic life support and first aid to injured individuals.
- Collaborated with paramedics to ensure smooth patient transport and handoff to receiving facilities.
- Led and chaired two committees, driving initiatives to enhance emergency medical response systems and training programs. With the achievement of adding three Basic Life Support Ambulances to the 911 system.
- Educated community members on health and safety practices during outreach events.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance emergency response skills and knowledge.
- Attended advanced training classes in the following areas of care. To include special needs, geriatric, dementia, and patients on the autism spectrum.
- Hold Certifications in Advanced Life Support Basic, Verbal Judo and Crisis Intervention Training
Education
Durham Technical Community CollegeHillsborough, NC
EMT-B from Emergency Medical Technician Basic
05.2014 - 07.2018
University Overview
Skills
- Emergency response
- Rescue operations
- Equipment operation
- Scene assessment
- Patient care
- Team collaboration
- Training development
- Community outreach
- Search and rescue
- Leadership skills
- High angle rescue
- Basic life support
- Wilderness search techniques
- Helicopter rescue operations
- Urban search and rescue
- Swift water rescue
- Technical rescue training
- Crisis management
Timeline
Technical Rescuer
South Orange Rescue Squad
05.2018 - Current
EMT-Basic
Orange County Emergency Services
01.2015 - 02.2025
Durham Technical Community College
EMT-B from Emergency Medical Technician Basic
05.2014 - 07.2018
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