Steven Thomas
Orlando
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable Paramedic with over 10 years of experience, bringing expertise in multiple fields including but not limited to; critical care transport settings, remote emergency medicine, emergency medical services and various clinical environments. Excellent aptitude for building patient and team rapport to deliver high quality treatment. Proven history of sound judgment and critical thinking in high-pressure situations.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paramedic
Acadian Ambulance Service
Gulfport
11.2024 - Current
- Assessed scene upon arrival for possible hazards or dangerous situations.
- Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
- Adhered to protocols and procedures to maintain safety of patients and paramedic crew.
REMS Paramedic
Remote Access Medical
Powell Butte
07.2024 - 10.2024
- Rope rescue operations for injured wild land firefighters on unpredictable terrain and unstable environments
- ALS assessment and treatment of patients due to injury or illness on the fire line
- Daily inventory and equipment management to ensure maximum efficiency in all areas of operation
Paramedic
Mission Health MAMA Ground
Asheville
04.2024 - 07.2024
- Assessed patient conditions and determined appropriate treatment plans based on established protocols and guidelines
- Administered medications, performed advanced life support procedures, and utilized specialized equipment to stabilize patients
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure seamless patient care during transport and handoff
Paramedic
Naphcare, Inc.
Tampa
01.2023 - 03.2024
- Primary triage management of inmates at Hillsborough County Jail System
- First response to emergency medical situations
- Clinical setting management including EKG interpretation, blood work, splinting, bandaging, medication administration and IV therapy treatments
Paramedic
Tampa General Hospital - Aeromed
Tampa
05.2023 - 12.2023
- Coordinated with the Aeromed flight team to establish initial Ground transport operations.
- Implemented medical procedures and treatments per Aeromed protocols written by the Medical Director.
- Completed inter-facility transports to Tampa General Hospital from TGH freestanding Emergency Rooms.
Paramedic
GardaWorld Federal Services
El Paso
04.2021 - 02.2023
- Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education
- Cleaned wounds and applied gauze and bandages to prevent infection
- Medically treated and processed unaccompanied minors in the southern border crisis
Paramedic
First 2 Aid
Kissimmee
12.2019 - 04.2021
- Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs during transit
- Adhered to protocols and procedures to maintain safety of patients and paramedic crew
- Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations
Paramedic
Orlando Regional Medical Center
Orlando
06.2017 - 12.2019
- Administered CPR and other life-saving techniques on patients in cardiac arrest
- Treated patients suffering from heart attacks, strokes and motor vehicle accident injuries
- Prioritized communication with the Charge Nurse and specialized teams to effectively and rapidly treat incoming patients with advanced treatment necessities
Paramedic
American Medical Response, AMR
The Villages
04.2016 - 06.2017
- Maintained patient care, treatment and medication documentation for accurate, up-to-date clinical records
- Communicated with treatment center personnel and dispatchers to provide information about situation, arrange reception of victims and receive instructions for further treatment
- Performed intubations to secure airway in patients under respiratory and cardiac arrest
Paramedic
Rural Metro
Orlando
08.2014 - 04.2016
- Provided emergency medical care to patients in a variety of settings, including homes, public areas, and accident scenes
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, treatments provided, and response to interventions
- Responded quickly to emergency calls and efficiently managed time to prioritize critical cases
Education
Paramedic
Orlando Medical Institute
Orlando, FL01.2014
EMT-Basic
Emergency Medical Institute
Orlando, FL10-2012
Skills
- Medication Administration
- Neurological Assessments
- Safety Protocols
- Cardiac Monitoring
- CPI Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Training
- Rope Rescue tactics
- Critical Decision-Making Skills
- Wound Care
- 12 lead EKG interpretation
- Critical Care Experience
- Triage
- Airway Management
- HAZMAT - Decontamination
- Intubation
Certification
- PALS Certification
- ACLS Certification
- BLS Certification
- NREMT Paramedic Certification
- FL Paramedic License
- NC Paramedic License
- MS Paramedic License
- LA Paramedic License
- L-180 Human Factors in the Wildland Fire Service
- S-130 Firefighter training
- Rope Rescue Technician I/II
- HAZMAT Decontamination
- OSHA 10
Timeline
Paramedic
Acadian Ambulance Service
11.2024 - Current
REMS Paramedic
Remote Access Medical
07.2024 - 10.2024
Paramedic
Mission Health MAMA Ground
04.2024 - 07.2024
Paramedic
Tampa General Hospital - Aeromed
05.2023 - 12.2023
Paramedic
Naphcare, Inc.
01.2023 - 03.2024
Paramedic
GardaWorld Federal Services
04.2021 - 02.2023
Paramedic
First 2 Aid
12.2019 - 04.2021
Paramedic
Orlando Regional Medical Center
06.2017 - 12.2019
Paramedic
American Medical Response, AMR
04.2016 - 06.2017
Paramedic
Rural Metro
08.2014 - 04.2016
Paramedic
Orlando Medical Institute
EMT-Basic
Emergency Medical Institute