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Toma Odom

Siloam Springs,AR

Summary

Dynamic Advanced EMT with a proven track record, adept in patient assessment and care, showcasing exceptional communication skills and computer literacy. Expert in venipuncture and patient education, consistently prioritized life-saving procedures under pressure, enhancing patient outcomes and team efficiency.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Advanced Emergency Medical Technician

Acadian Ambulance
Dallas, TX
10.2024 - Current
  • Evaluated patients at accident scenes to screen, assess and treat significant injuries.
  • Assessed patient condition to administer first-aid treatment or advanced level life support.
  • Reviewed physician orders before administering medication or performing procedures according to protocol standards.
  • Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
  • Operated ambulance to and from scenes and emergency facilities, responding to dispatch calls for emergent medical assistance.

Advanced EMT

Central EMS
Fayetteville, AR
07.2023 - 04.2024
  • Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines
  • Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care
  • Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation
  • Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care
  • Practiced venipuncture and injections of different varieties (IM,SQ) for the administration of medication to patients

EMT/Advanced EMT

PAFFORD MEDICAL SERVICES
Rogers, AR
08.2021 - 07.2023
  • Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines
  • Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care
  • Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation
  • Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care
  • Practiced venipuncture and injections of different varieties (IM,SQ) for the administration of medication to patients

Worksite Health Technician

Medcor
Little Rock, AR
04.2021 - 02.2022
  • Worked as part of team of physicians, nurses or other healthcare professionals to manage patient care by assisting with medical procedures or related duties
  • Interacted effectively with patients, families, staff and other hospital department staff to deliver high level of customer service and teamwork
  • Educated patients about procedures, answered questions and provided comforting words to control anxiety and enhance procedure results
  • Documented observations and baseline measurements in medical records
  • Practiced venipuncture and injections of different varieties (IM,SQ) for the administration of medication to patients
  • Draw blood for testing of patient lab values

Industrial EMT

Gerdau
Fort Smith, AR
05.2020 - 08.2021
  • Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines
  • Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care
  • Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation
  • Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers to facilitate efficient patient care
  • Conducted safety checks of the facility to ensure employee safety

EMT

SOUTHWEST EMS
Mena, AR
05.2019 - 03.2020
  • Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines
  • Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care
  • Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation
  • Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care
  • Practiced venipuncture and injections of different varieties (IM,SQ) for the administration of medication to patients

Aircraft Detailer

Crider Aircraft Painting
Mena, AR
01.2018 - 07.2018
  • Safely used chemicals and other cleaning equipment
  • Cleaned aircraft's cockpit and replaced headsets as instructed
  • Maintained, cleaned and sanitized interior of aircraft
  • Accurately stocked aircraft inventory

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Paramedicine

Crowder College
Neosho, MO
12-2025

Sports Management -

Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, AR
05.2025

Advanced EMT -

South Arkansas Community College
El Dorado, AR
06.2023

EMT -

University of Arkansas at Rich Mountain
Mena, AR
05.2019

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Time management
  • Computer literacy
  • Physical examinations
  • Venipuncture Experience
  • Patient Assessment
  • Patient Care
  • Patient Education
  • Medical Terminology
  • Documentation review

Certification

  • CPR
  • ACLS
  • BLS Provider
  • Nationally Registered Advanced EMT

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Advanced Emergency Medical Technician

Acadian Ambulance
10.2024 - Current

Advanced EMT

Central EMS
07.2023 - 04.2024

EMT/Advanced EMT

PAFFORD MEDICAL SERVICES
08.2021 - 07.2023

Worksite Health Technician

Medcor
04.2021 - 02.2022

Industrial EMT

Gerdau
05.2020 - 08.2021

EMT

SOUTHWEST EMS
05.2019 - 03.2020

Aircraft Detailer

Crider Aircraft Painting
01.2018 - 07.2018

Associate of Applied Science - Paramedicine

Crowder College

Sports Management -

Arkansas State University

Advanced EMT -

South Arkansas Community College

EMT -

University of Arkansas at Rich Mountain
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