Resourceful professional in management operations known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in strategic planning, team leadership, and operational improvement. Excel in communication, problem-solving, and adaptability, ensuring seamless execution of business strategies and enhancement of team performance.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paramedic – ED Tech
Exceptional Community Hospital
Maricopa, AZ
04.2024 - 11.2024
Provide support to physicians and registered nurses in emergency services.
Conducted IV starts across all age groups, from neonates to geriatrics, performed 12-leak EKG's, and performed phlebotomy lab draws as required.
Monitored vital signs and cardiac rhythm of patients and communicated changes to physicians or nurses in a timely manner.
Perform all duties of health unit clerk in emergency room.
Provide exceptional internal and external customer to colleagues, patients, and visitors of the hospital.
Worked in conjunction with the Chief Nursing Officer to develop paramedic scope of practice in alignment with ADHS regulations.
Assistant Front End Manager
Fry’s Food and Drug Store
Gilbert, AZ
09.2023 - 03.2024
Executed customer transactions swiftly, maintaining high accuracy.
Familiarized with POS system handling diverse tender types such as cash, checks, credit, debit etc.
Adhered to guidelines on cash shortages and overages.
Maintain compliance with regulations governing restricted sale items such as tobacco and lottery sales.
Supervised daily front-end operations involving cashiers, courtesy clerks, and customer service desk.
Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner.
Ambulance Transportation Manager - Paramedic
Gilbert Fire and Rescue Department
Gilbert, AZ
09.2019 - 03.2023
Collaborated in establishing Gilbert Fire and Rescue Department's Ambulance program in 2019.
Utilized extensive experience in ground ambulance regulatory compliance to innovate CQI processes.
Manage state and federally regulated compliance functions for response time data collection and reporting.
Conducted training sessions for professional EMS team members.
Ensured emergency medical services adhered to latest regulatory standards.
Analyzed data from various sources, including medical records, financial documents, and insurance claims forms, to identify areas for improvement in revenue cycle management processes.
Awarded Emergency Medical Services distinction in 2021 by Sons of the American Revolution Palo Verde chapter.
Emergency Medical Transportation Supervisor
Tempe Fire Medical Rescue Dept.
Tempe, AZ
05.2017 - 09.2019
Contributed to launching the Tempe Fire Medical Rescue Ambulance program in 2017.
Provided top-tier patient care as a paramedic on emergency vehicles.
Entrusted with ensuring regulatory adherence for Tempe Fire Medical Rescue Department.
Managed all aspects of federal and state compliance requirements.
Reviewed and updated compliance policies related to HIPAA, state, and federal regulations.
Analyzed data from various sources, including medical records, financial documents, and insurance claims forms, to identify areas for improvement in revenue cycle management processes.
Carried out responsibilities on a part-time, as-needed basis from September 2018 to September 2019.
Barista
Starbucks
Gilbert, AZ
05.2019 - 08.2019
Temporary position prior to joining the Town of Gilbert
Provided high quality customer service
Prepared food and beverages meeting the high-quality Starbucks standards
Paramedic - Director of Operations
ABC Ambulance
Phoenix, AZ
09.2018 - 03.2019
Completed performance assessments for team members, implementing guidance sessions.
Handled patient and hospital grievance inquiries efficiently.
Maintained up to date knowledge of all ADHS regulatory requirements as they apply to ambulance service, certifications, and EMS
Responsible for revenue cycle management and increasing collection rates for services rendered
Analyzed data from various sources, including medical records, financial documents, and insurance claims forms, to identify areas for improvement in revenue cycle management processes.
Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.
Paramedic - Operations Manager
American Medical Response/Southwest Ambulance
Mesa, AZ
03.2010 - 05.2017
Began as a field Paramedic in March 2010, promoted to Field Supervisor in July 2011, promoted to Assistant General Manager role in April 2015 overseeing Pinal County 911 and City of Mesa/Apache Junction 911 operations, and promoted to Operations Manager in February 2017 to oversee the East Valley 911 operations
Oversaw divisions handling more than 40,000 ambulance service calls annually.
Administered payroll, managed time off requests, and investigated workplace issues.
Tasked with developing a unique CQI process for clinical and billing operations by the Vice President in 2012. Upon implementation of CQI process there was $1 million in lost revenue recovered.
Oversaw daily staffing and system status management ensuring contractual obligations were maintained.
Liaison for patients, family members with concerns and contracted municipalities.
Education
Master of Public Administration - Public Administration And Emergency Management
Park University
Parkville, MO
12.2021
B.S. Applied Management -
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
05.2015
Skills
Process enhancement
Effective verbal communication skills
Proficient written communication skills
Strong skills in policy development and implementation
Regulatory compliance (HIPAA)
Effective collaboration with leadership
Proficient in revenue cycle management
Emergency management procedures
Certification
Arizona Certified Emergency Paramedic, P71260
AHA ACLS and CPR Professional issued 01/2023
AHA PALS issued 08/2024
FEMA ICS-100, FEMA ICS-200, FEMA IS 700.a, and FEMA IS 800
MAG300 Intermediate Incident Command/ MAG400 Advanced Incident Command System
PWW Certified Ambulance Documentation Specialist
Timeline
Paramedic – ED Tech
Exceptional Community Hospital
04.2024 - 11.2024
Assistant Front End Manager
Fry’s Food and Drug Store
09.2023 - 03.2024
Ambulance Transportation Manager - Paramedic
Gilbert Fire and Rescue Department
09.2019 - 03.2023
Barista
Starbucks
05.2019 - 08.2019
Paramedic - Director of Operations
ABC Ambulance
09.2018 - 03.2019
Emergency Medical Transportation Supervisor
Tempe Fire Medical Rescue Dept.
05.2017 - 09.2019
Paramedic - Operations Manager
American Medical Response/Southwest Ambulance
03.2010 - 05.2017
Master of Public Administration - Public Administration And Emergency Management