TORSTEN BIDWELL
Westfield,MA
Summary
Detail-oriented medical assistant skilled in managing electronic health records and patient documentation. Proven ability to collaborate with healthcare teams and maintain HIPAA compliance, contributing to enhanced patient care and operational efficiency.
Versatile emergency services professional with experience in patient care and emergency response. Known for strong medical documentation skills and effective communication, ready to leverage expertise to support healthcare teams and improve patient outcomes.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
EMT-Basic
Alert Ambulance
Chicopee, Massachusetts
05.2025 - Current
- Responded to emergency calls and provided immediate medical assistance.
- Assisted paramedics in patient assessments and care during transport.
- Operated ambulance equipment and ensured proper functioning of medical devices.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure effective patient handover.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the ambulance for readiness.
- Documented patient information and treatment procedures accurately.
- Participated in ongoing training sessions to enhance emergency response skills.
Medical Assistant
Valley Medical Group
Florence, Massachusetts
06.2023 - Current
- Assisted healthcare providers with patient examinations and treatment procedures.
- Managed patient records using electronic health record systems efficiently.
- Coordinated patient appointments and follow-up visits for optimal care.
- Performed basic laboratory tests and prepared samples for analysis.
- Communicated with insurance companies regarding patient coverage details.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
Firefighter EMT
Leverett Fire Department
Leverett, Massachusetts
2019 - 2024
- Responded to emergency calls for fire suppression and rescue operations.
- Conducted training drills to enhance team preparedness and safety protocols.
- Operated firefighting equipment during incidents and training exercises.
- Assisted in public education programs on fire safety and prevention strategies.
- Collaborated with medical personnel during emergency medical responses.
- Documented incident reports accurately following department procedures.
- Communicated effectively with crew members while performing tasks under stressful conditions.
Education
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Greenfield Community College
Greenfield, MA01-2016
Skills
- Patient care
- Electronic health records
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Medical documentation
- Emergency response
- Patient assessment
- Medical equipment operation
- Incident documentation
Certification
EMT-Basic
Timeline
EMT-Basic
Alert Ambulance
05.2025 - Current
Medical Assistant
Valley Medical Group
06.2023 - Current
Firefighter EMT
Leverett Fire Department
2019 - 2024
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Greenfield Community College