Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Committee And Collateral Duties
Timeline
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Victor Rodriguez

San Ysidro,California

Summary

Seasoned Firefighter/Driver Operator and Paramedic with over 25 years in emergency services, specializing in structural and wildland firefighting, advanced life support, and multi-agency operations. Expertise in emergency response, apparatus operations, and training delivery across military, municipal, and private EMS systems. Comprehensive background in instruction, precepting, equipment maintenance, and compliance with DOD, state, and federal standards.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications

Work History

Paramedic / Firefighter

MCAS Miramar Fire Department
San Diego, USA
03.2007 - Current

Perform the duties and responsibilities as a paramedic firefighter for MCAS Miramar Fire Dept.

  • Respond and operate ambulance safely in 911 calls and provide care to emergency and non-emergency patients.
  • Provide CE training with the use of power points, scenario based drills, patient assessment, hospital radio communications and PCR reports, EMT skills testing for county recertification.
  • Annual Mass Casualty Training which includes the Incident Command System, Rapid triage and multi company drill with surrounding agencies.
  • Trained and guided department staff enrolled in paramedic program to enhance their clinical skills and readiness.
  • Provide training to staff on Zoll monitors (ALS and AED), gurneys and stair chair which includes operations, features, maintenance and updates.
  • Maintained and replenished equipment and supplies to ensure unit readiness for response.
  • Conducted daily vehicle inspections and documented repair needs to uphold operational standards and safety.
  • Driver operator for the following department vehicles; Brush truck, Rescue unit, Fire engine and water tender.
  • Documented activities and maintained accurate records for local operations.

EMT Instructor Adjunct

National University
San Diego, USA
01.2016 - 01.2025
  • Delivered instruction to students following EMT state and program curriculum to ensure compliance and readiness.
  • Instructed students on equipment application, conducted skill labs, and evaluated progress to enhance practical skills.
  • Prepared and maintained course materials, grades, and documentation to support student learning and program requirements.
  • Delivered American Heart Association courses in CPR, ACLS, and PALS to enhance emergency response skills.

Paramedic

FALCK San Diego Ambulance
San Diego, USA
01.2022 - 05.2023
  • Responded to 911 calls, delivering care to emergency and non-emergency patients throughout San Diego and nearby areas.
  • Operated ambulance in response to 911 emergency calls across San Diego and surrounding communities.
  • Communicate and work with San Diego Fire Rescue crews on 911 responses and surrounding agencies.
  • Maintained and replenished equipment and supplies to ensure unit readiness for emergency response.
  • Performed operational duties specific to local protocols and procedures.

EMT-Paramedic / Preceptor

Rural Metro
San Diego, USA
08.2001 - 05.2009
  • Supervised and guided paramedic students during field operations, enhancing their skills in scene management, assessment, treatment, communication, and pharmacology.
  • Operated ambulance in response to 911 emergency calls across San Diego and neighboring communities, ensuring prompt care delivery.
  • Respond and provide care to emergency and non-emergency patients.
  • Maintained and replenished equipment and supplies to ensure unit readiness for emergency response.
  • Maintained accurate records of local operational procedures.

Emergency Medical Technician

Rural Metro
San Diego, USA
08.1999 - 08.2001
  • Ambulance drive operator responding to 911 calls in the city of San Diego and surrounding communities.
  • Assisted Paramedic in delivering critical care and treatment to emergency and non-emergency patients.
  • Documented patient information and operational procedures.
  • Trained EMTs transitioning from BLS to ALS units to enhance skill sets and service delivery.
  • Maintained and replenished equipment and supplies, ensuring unit readiness for emergency response.

Emergency Room Tech

Paradise Valley Hospital
National City, USA
03.1999 - 08.2001
  • Assessed and managed patients in emergency room under supervision of RN and MD to ensure timely care.
  • Interacted with patients, anticipated needs, obtained vital signs, EKGs, blood samples, and completed documentation to support effective treatment.
  • Ensured adequate stocking of medical supplies to facilitate uninterrupted patient care in emergency department.

EMT, FTO, Crew Chief

Care Medical Transport
San Diego, USA
09.1996 - 05.1999
  • Operated ambulance in response to emergency and non-emergency calls across San Diego County, ensuring timely and effective patient transport.
  • Provide patient care and treatment, assist nurses with critical care transports.
  • Trained new employees in BLS patient care and treatment, ambulance operations, and company policies.
  • Led substation crew to ensure operational readiness through diligent management of supplies and documentation.
  • Oversaw inventory of medical supplies and prepared ambulances for county and CHP inspections, ensuring compliance and safety standards.

Education

Paramedic Certificate -

Imperial Valley College
01-2001

EMT certificate - GE Courses

Southwestern College
01-1996

Diploma -

Southwest High School
01-1991

Skills

  • Advanced life support
  • Emergency medical instruction
  • Fire apparatus operation
  • Incident Command System (ICS)
  • Fire safety inspections
  • Hazardous materials awareness
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Emergency vehicle upkeep
  • Documentation and reporting
  • Critical decision-making
  • Team collaboration

Certification

• Paramedic NREMT-P M0931646
• Paramedic California State P17864
• Paramedic San Diego County P17864
• AHA Advance Cardiac Life Support
• AHA BLS Health Care Provider
• Technical Training on ZOLL X series monitor
• Maintenance training on Stryker Gurneys and Stair chair.
• Emergency Vehicle Operations 08/2007-Present
• California Driver License with Firefighter endorsement
• Government driver license OF-346 for Emergency Vehicles and Fire Department Apparatus
• SCBA Technician I & II

Committee And Collateral Duties

  • Emergency Medical Service committee
  • SCBA committee
  • Training and Continuing Education
  • Medical Consumable supplies

Timeline

Paramedic

FALCK San Diego Ambulance
01.2022 - 05.2023

EMT Instructor Adjunct

National University
01.2016 - 01.2025

Paramedic / Firefighter

MCAS Miramar Fire Department
03.2007 - Current

EMT-Paramedic / Preceptor

Rural Metro
08.2001 - 05.2009

Emergency Medical Technician

Rural Metro
08.1999 - 08.2001

Emergency Room Tech

Paradise Valley Hospital
03.1999 - 08.2001

EMT, FTO, Crew Chief

Care Medical Transport
09.1996 - 05.1999

Paramedic Certificate -

Imperial Valley College

EMT certificate - GE Courses

Southwestern College

Diploma -

Southwest High School
Victor Rodriguez