Scott Hellesto
Chadbourn,NC
Summary
Accomplished Paramedic and Firefighter with a proven track record in emergency management and mental health crisis intervention. Leveraged leadership and critical decision-making skills at City and County of San Francisco to enhance the patients outcome and team efficiency. Expert in scene safety assessment, demonstrating a results-driven approach with significant improvements in emergency response times. Enthusiastic Clinical Instructor looking to obtain position as an academic and skills instructor focused on exercising knowledge and experience gained from over 30 years of experience working as a Combat Corpsman, Paramedic - Instructor, Preceptor and Field Training Officer.
Thank You!
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Professional Truck Driver
JB Hunt Transportation
09.2021 - Current
- Utilized strong problem-solving skills when faced with unexpected obstacles during transportation, identifying alternative routes or solutions as needed to prevent major disruptions.
- Maintained accurate records of miles driven, fuel expenses, and delivery details for efficient reporting and cost analysis.
- Emphasized punctuality; arriving at pick-up locations ahead of time to facilitate expedited loading procedures and avoid potential delays in the process.
- Demonstrated strong knowledge of DOT regulations, ensuring compliance with all applicable laws during transportation activities.
Paramedic Instructor
Las Positas Community College
08.2019 - 09.2021
- Improved student success rates by implementing effective teaching strategies and utilizing diverse learning materials.
- Developed comprehensive lesson plans for paramedic courses, ensuring alignment with national standards and state requirements.
- Enhanced training outcomes by incorporating real-life scenarios and hands-on experiences into paramedic instruction.
- Collaborated with fellow instructors to design innovative and engaging curricula, resulting in increased student satisfaction.
- Evaluated student performance through practical assessments and written exams, providing valuable feedback for improvement.
Paramedic Captain, Temp
City and County of San Francisco
08.2017 - 08.2019
- Mentored new paramedics joining the team, providing guidance on professional growth opportunities and career advancement strategies.
- Improved patient outcomes with thorough assessments, accurate diagnoses, and prompt treatments.
- Boosted team performance by conducting regular training sessions and skill development workshops.
- Served as a liaison between the EMS department and other emergency services providers within the community.
- Reviewed incident reports and identified areas for improvement to enhance service quality.
- Organized regular drills simulating various emergency scenarios to maintain crew preparedness at all times.
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
Paramedic
City and County of San Francisco
03.2006 - 08.2019
- 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.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
Paramedic, Preceptor
American Medical Response, AMR
09.1992 - 08.2006
- 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.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities such as conferences or workshops to stay current on best practices in pre-hospital emergency medicine.
- Met with students one-on-one to design learning plans and discuss projects.
- Organized extracurricular activities promoting teamwork and leadership skills among participants.
Professional Firefighter
City Of Pacifica Fire Dept
09.2000 - 01.2006
- Advanced firefighting skills through continuous professional development, attending workshops and conferences relevant to the field.
- Improved team efficiency with regular training sessions and drills to maintain optimal performance during emergencies.
- Enhanced community safety by responding to various emergency situations, including fires, medical emergencies, and hazardous materials incidents.
- Supported fellow firefighters during high-pressure situations by maintaining clear communication channels and offering necessary guidance when needed.
- Assessed risk factors within the community by reviewing building plans and making recommendations for improved safety features before construction began.
Combat Corpsman (Medic)
US Navy, US Marine Corps
05.1992 - 02.2004
- Duties in support of Marine Expeditionary Forces, in Iraq, Albania, Kosovo and Bosnia.
- Rendered emergency medical treatment and administered immunization programs.
- Administered non emergency medications and treatments.
- Supported humanitarian missions by providing essential medical care to affected populations in disaster-stricken areas.
Professional Firefighter
Bethel Island Municipal Dist
09.1998 - 02.2002
- Enhanced community safety by responding to various emergency situations, including fires, medical emergencies, and hazardous materials incidents.
- Assessed risk factors within the community by reviewing building plans and making recommendations for improved safety features before construction began.
- Maintained operational readiness by conducting daily checks on firefighting equipment, ensuring all gear was in proper working order.
- Efficiently extinguished structural fires using specialized tools and equipment designed for specific types of blazes.
Emergency Medical Technician
Medicar Ambulance
03.1989 - 04.1993
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently assessing and addressing medical emergencies in high-pressure situations.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering appropriate treatments based on thorough assessments of vital signs, physical conditions, and medical histories.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Continuously improved skills through regular training sessions, workshops, conferences, and staying up-to-date on industry best practices.
Education
Certification - Tactical Combat Casualty Care
International School of Tactical Medicine
Livermore, CA04.2010
Certification - Combat Corpsman
USMC Fleet Marine Field Medical Service School
Camp Pendleton, CA07.1995
Associate of Science - Paramedicine
Stanford - Foothill Paramedic Program
Palo Alto, CA05.1992
Certification - Emergency Medical Technician
Med Help Technical School
Concord, CA01.1989
Skills
- Leadership Trained, Motivated and Self Directed Comfortable in all situation
due to my long military participation and career as a Paramedic & Firefighter - Emergency Management
- Behavioral Emergency Intervention
- Mental Health Crisis Management
- Scene safety assessment
- Critical decision-making skills
Timeline
Professional Truck Driver
JB Hunt Transportation
09.2021 - Current
Paramedic Instructor
Las Positas Community College
08.2019 - 09.2021
Paramedic Captain, Temp
City and County of San Francisco
08.2017 - 08.2019
Paramedic
City and County of San Francisco
03.2006 - 08.2019
Professional Firefighter
City Of Pacifica Fire Dept
09.2000 - 01.2006
Professional Firefighter
Bethel Island Municipal Dist
09.1998 - 02.2002
Paramedic, Preceptor
American Medical Response, AMR
09.1992 - 08.2006
Combat Corpsman (Medic)
US Navy, US Marine Corps
05.1992 - 02.2004
Emergency Medical Technician
Medicar Ambulance
03.1989 - 04.1993
Certification - Tactical Combat Casualty Care
International School of Tactical Medicine
Certification - Combat Corpsman
USMC Fleet Marine Field Medical Service School
Associate of Science - Paramedicine
Stanford - Foothill Paramedic Program
Certification - Emergency Medical Technician
Med Help Technical School
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