Thomas Michalek
BOLINGBROOK,Illinois
Summary
Confident Firefighter works effectively as part of cohesive team. Highly trained individual with great mechanical aptitude and background in medical response and fire suppression. Handles issues quickly and resolves conflicts successfully. Resourceful Paramedic offering 34 years of experience handling medical emergencies. Expertise in monitoring cardiac conditions and EKG readings and executing placement of peripheral and intraosseous lines. In-depth knowledge of testing, maintaining and using medical and rescue equipment. Quick-witted professional committed to providing patient-focused delivery of care and treatment.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Firefighter/Paramedic
Bolingbrook Fire Department
09.2002 - Current
- Enhanced community safety by conducting thorough building inspections and identifying potential fire hazards.
- Reduced response times to emergencies by effectively coordinating with dispatch and other first responders.
- Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, administering CPR and first aid as needed.
- Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
- Assisted in prevention of fires through public education programs.
- Carried out fire inspections to identify fire hazards and recommend corrective measures.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments, treatments, and interventions.
- Documented patient care accurately using electronic medical records software according to regulatory guidelines for billing purposes and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
- Safeguarded ambulance equipment through regular inventory checks, cleaning routines, and reporting any damaged items for replacement or repair immediately.
Firefighter/Paramedic
Westmont Fire Department
04.1992 - 02.2003
- Enhanced community safety by conducting thorough building inspections and identifying potential fire hazards.
- Reduced response times to emergencies by effectively coordinating with dispatch and other first responders.
- Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, administering CPR and first aid as needed.
- Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
- Educated the local community on fire safety practices through presentations at schools, businesses, and other public venues.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities.
Firefighter/Paramedic
Villa Park Fire Department
02.2002 - 09.2002
- Enhanced community safety by conducting thorough building inspections and identifying potential fire hazards.
- Reduced response times to emergencies by effectively coordinating with dispatch and other first responders.
- Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, administering CPR and first aid as needed.
- Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
- Maintained optimal readiness for emergency situations by regularly participating in drills and training exercises.
- Assisted in the containment of hazardous materials spills, ensuring public safety and environmental protection.
- Educated the local community on fire safety practices through presentations at schools, businesses, and other public venues.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities.
Firefighter/Paramedic
Darien Woodridge Fire Protection District
04.1996 - 08.1999
- Enhanced community safety by conducting thorough building inspections and identifying potential fire hazards.
- Reduced response times to emergencies by effectively coordinating with dispatch and other first responders.
- Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, administering CPR and first aid as needed.
- Maintained optimal readiness for emergency situations by regularly participating in drills and training exercises.
- Educated the local community on fire safety practices through presentations at schools, businesses, and other public venues.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
- Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities.
Medical Service Specialist
U.S. Air Force Active Duty
02.1990 - 07.1990
- Improved patient outcomes by providing thorough education on medications, treatments, and self-care techniques.
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments, gathering vital information for physician review and decisionmaking.
- Performed basic laboratory tests and collected specimens for further testing.
- Administered medications and injections as directed by healthcare professionals.
Education
No Degree - EMS
College of DuPage
Glen Ellyn, ILNo Degree - Firefighting
Illinois Fire Service Institute
Urbana, ILNo Degree - EMS/Paramedicine
Good Samaritan Hospital
Downers Grove, IL06.1998
No Degree - Firefighting
Westmont Fire Acadamy
Westmont, IL10.1992
High School Diploma -
Westmont High School
Westmont, IL01.1990
Skills
- Fire Suppression Tools Operations
- Medical Response
- Community Education
- Fire Control
- Medical Team Collaboration
- Firefighting Activities
- Emergency Response
- Rescue Equipment Use
- Hose Connections
- Apparatus Inspection
- Fire Containment
- Community Relations
- Emergency Medical Treatment
- Fire Suppression
- Trauma Assessments
- Emergency Communications
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- Triaging
- Medication Administration
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Medical Equipment Usage
- Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus
- First Aid and CPR
Accomplishments
Received several team life saving and merit awards
Affiliations
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Camping
- Boating
Certification
Hazardous Materials first responder Awareness 8/1992
Firefighter II 10/1992
Hazardous Materials First Resonder 2/1993
Truck Work/Fire ground Support Operations 6/1993
Fireground Tactics and Strategy 6/1993
Fire Apparatus Engineer 2/1995
Rescue Specialist/Confined Space Awareness 6/1996
Firefighter III 12/1997
Fire Instructor I 8/1999
Fire Prevention Principles 9/2007
Fir Officer I 10/2007
EMT-B 1990
Paramedic 1998
Languages
German
Elementary
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Firefighter/Paramedic
Bolingbrook Fire Department
09.2002 - Current
Firefighter/Paramedic
Villa Park Fire Department
02.2002 - 09.2002
Firefighter/Paramedic
Darien Woodridge Fire Protection District
04.1996 - 08.1999
Firefighter/Paramedic
Westmont Fire Department
04.1992 - 02.2003
Medical Service Specialist
U.S. Air Force Active Duty
02.1990 - 07.1990
No Degree - EMS
College of DuPage
No Degree - Firefighting
Illinois Fire Service Institute
No Degree - EMS/Paramedicine
Good Samaritan Hospital
No Degree - Firefighting
Westmont Fire Acadamy
High School Diploma -
Westmont High School
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