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Tanner Carson

Powder Springs,GA

Summary

Passionate and results-driven paramedic with extensive experience in a variety of environments, including private and hospital-based EMS, wilderness/remote medicine, and inter-agency contracting. Excels in emergency medical care and multi-agency coordination, with proven expertise in critical decision-making and patient care that effectively enhances patient outcomes. Strong communicator with a commitment to safety and operational efficiency in high-pressure environments.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Paramedic

International SOS
Camp Arifjan, Kuwait
10.2024 - Current
  • Provided emergency medical care to military and civilian personnel, while working conjunction with both government and local hospital systems to ensure continuity of care
  • Collaborated with colleagues on shared cases to provide comprehensive treatment plans for patients.
  • Assessed and treated patients with medical emergencies such as cardiac arrest, shock, trauma, respiratory distress and intoxication.
  • Participated in drills related to disaster preparedness scenarios that included triage assessments.
  • Transported patients from accident scenes or hospital settings to medical facilities in a safe manner.
  • Performed standard testing and administered medication to manage care in field and in transit.

Wildland Fire Paramedic

Wilderness Medics, Inc.
Hamilton, MT
04.2022 - Current
  • Stayed in close contact with dispatchers to obtain and relay current information about fire status, supplies and personnel.
  • Rescued fire victims and administered emergency medical aid.
  • Organized fire caches and positioned equipment for the most effective response to emergency calls, which resulted in quicker action times, less time to access patients, and faster transport to definitive care.
  • Observed strict safety protocols to maintain personal and coworker safety.
  • Responded to fire and safety-related emergency calls in local area, as well as assisting local EMS resources with civilian notification/evacuation.
  • Led and planned periodic fire safety inspections to identify unsafe conditions, and ensure that all team members were familiar with roles & responsibilities, equipment, and expectations of each person involved.
  • Triaged patients, formed extrication and transport plans, and performed ALS-level care for all patients prior to and during transport.

Paramedic

Grady EMS
Atlanta, GA
06.2018 - 09.2024
  • Assessed emergency situations and prioritized high-level medical care for all patients across a diverse range of environments.
  • Assessed scene on arrival to identify potential safety issues and hazards affecting first responders, patient access/extrication, and potential risk for further incidents.
  • Managed care in the field and during transport, including performing standard testing and administering necessary medication.
  • Conducted equipment inspections and vehicle checks in adherence with required maintenance schedules.
  • Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education, working within a High Reliability Organization.
  • Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations, regardless of the location, persons involved, or level of resources needed.
  • Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care, including multiple local Fire Departments, Police agencies, and hospital organizations.
  • Administered CPR and other life-saving techniques on patients in cardiac arrest. Continue to remain certified in multiple AHA provider courses, as well as other non-mandatory provider trainings/certifications.

Remote/Wilderness Paramedic

Beacon OHSS
Anchorage, AK
08.2023 - 10.2023
  • Worked swiftly to handle and resolve emergency situations to create safe environment for all personnel on site
  • Built detailed knowledge on operational locations and points of interest to thoroughly plan response and transport strategies
  • Developed and implemented multiple Incident Action Plans across all operation locations, with consideration for various scenarios
  • Conducted localized & small-scale training with critical equipment with different sectors of employees
  • Conducted safety briefings daily, as well as weekly summaries of incidents, near-misses, and plans that changed based on reports
  • Coordinated with on-site helicopter pilots in the event of a remote access or extrication, as well as planning for air medical transport for critical injuries
  • Liaised with local healthcare providers, on-site Health & Safety Supervision, and division managers, relative to each patient contact
  • Stocked, inventoried, and ensured expiry data was documented for all medical equipment across all kits, sites, and vehicles
  • Conducted survey flights, as well as mountainside evaluations of all drill pads, rescue plans, and equipment needs based on the location of a potential incident.

Paramedic Site Supervisor

Acuity International
New York, NY
12.2021 - 02.2022
  • Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
  • Conducted equipment inspections and vehicle checks in adherence with required maintenance schedules.
  • Explained each step of treatment to conscious patients to reduce fear and invoke calm.
  • Monitored project progress and quickly addressed problems to complete testing on schedule.
  • Assigned test jobs to team members and evaluated performance.
  • Collaborated with management to establish testing plans develop improvement strategies.
  • Administered required COVID-19 rapid tests and sample collection using proper swabbing technique.
  • Managed departmental inventory and supply ordering.
  • Reviewed patient data, prepared data reports, and signed off on release of information requests.
  • Oversaw operations for Mobile Site Testing, and trained observers on point of care testing procedures.
  • Worked as a liaison between the public and NYC H&H personnel, regarding daily, weekly, and long-term procedural changes.

AEMT/Paramedic

Puckett EMS
Austell, GA
06.2016 - 04.2018
  • Operated emergency vehicles with caution to keep patients, public and first responders safe.
  • Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
  • Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
  • Rendered direct patient care by stabilizing patients and determining course of action based on triage.
  • Monitored patients from scene to hospital transfer while conducting in-transit care.

Education

TECC Certification - Emergency Management

Valkyrie Austere Medical Solutions
Cherokee County, GA
03.2021

AEMT And Paramedic Certification - Paramedicine

Faithful Guardian Training Center
Temple, GA
01.2019

Skills

  • Experience as a Team Leader, Preceptor and Single Provider
  • Medical data acquisition
  • Field patient assessments, triage, and transport planning
  • Critical decision-making skills
  • PLS-Certified in Prehospital Blood Administration
  • Multi-agency Coordination & Operations (ICS Systems)
  • Expert in traumatic injury care, TECC certified
  • Response Task Force trained & certified
  • Wound care, long-term care, extended extrication experience
  • Operational K9 Care

Certification

  • NREMT-P
  • State licensed in all PACT states, MT, AK and AZ
  • ACLS
  • NRP
  • TECC
  • PALS
  • RTF-Model MCI Management
  • PLS-Certified in Prehospital Blood Administration

Timeline

Paramedic

International SOS
10.2024 - Current

Remote/Wilderness Paramedic

Beacon OHSS
08.2023 - 10.2023

Wildland Fire Paramedic

Wilderness Medics, Inc.
04.2022 - Current

Paramedic Site Supervisor

Acuity International
12.2021 - 02.2022

Paramedic

Grady EMS
06.2018 - 09.2024

AEMT/Paramedic

Puckett EMS
06.2016 - 04.2018

TECC Certification - Emergency Management

Valkyrie Austere Medical Solutions

AEMT And Paramedic Certification - Paramedicine

Faithful Guardian Training Center

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