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William Bradford

Dearing,GA

Summary

Resourceful Paramedic offering 22 years of experience handling medical emergencies. Expertise in monitoring cardiac conditions and EKG readings and executing placement of peripheral, central 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

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Emergency Room Paramedic

Wellstar Mcg Health
10.2021 - Current
  • 36 to 48 Hours/Week
  • Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life

support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.

  • Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
  • Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
  • Maintained patient care, treatment and medication documentation for accurate, up-to-date clinical records.
  • Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
  • Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
  • Administered fluid replacement via IV, IO, and IM to replace fluid volumes and correct electrolyte imbalances.
  • Identified appropriate medications based on potential interactions with other medicines, accurately calculating correct dosages according to drugs on hand and patient's weight.
  • Trained new paramedics on proper procedures and protocols to maintain best practices and promote great patient care.


Farm Manager

Sandy Hill Farm
02.2014 - 09.2021
  • Hours Varied
  • Planned schedule for crop rotation, plantings, and harvest.
  • Worked closely with employees to improve practices, techniques and safety choices, optimizing performance, and minimizing waste.
  • Hired, trained and supervised seasonal workers engaged in cultivation and harvest.
  • Led team of 10 skilled and unskilled farm personnel.
  • Developed advanced understanding of farm operations, purchasing needs, and labor requirements.
  • Developed operational budget and monitored farm expenses to enforce and achieve budget adherence.
  • Used recognized breeding practices to stabilize and improve stock.
  • Enforced strong safety and environmental protections to support habitats while preventing harm to employees or consumers.

Paramedic

Gold Cross Ems
08.2017 - 12.2020
  • 48 Hours/Week
  • Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
  • Responded to daily emergencies and worked alongside firemen and EMTs.
  • Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome.
  • Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
  • Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
  • Administered fluid replacement via IV, IO, and IM to replace fluid volumes and correct electrolyte imbalances.
  • Maintained patient care, treatment and medication documentation for accurate, up-to-date clinical records.
  • Trained new paramedics on proper procedures and protocols to maintain best practices and promote great patient care.

Paramedic

Southstar Ems
06.2015 - 08.2017
  • 48 Hours/Week
  • Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
  • Administered fluid replacement via IV, IO, and IM to replace fluid volumes and correct electrolyte imbalances.
  • Identified appropriate medications based on potential interactions with other medicines, accurately calculating correct dosages according to drugs on hand and patient's weight.
  • Transferred patients safely and securely to medical facilities for continued care.

Equipment Operator

JPL Excavating And Long Arm Mowing
05.2014 - 05.2015
  • 40 + Hours/Week
  • Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
  • Used forklifts, hand trucks, scissor lifts, and other equipment to move materials around work sites and organized according to need.
  • Maintained and cleaned equipment after each job and inspected.
  • Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.

Paramedic

Lincoln County EMS
07.2010 - 10.2013
  • 48 Hours/Week
  • Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
  • Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
  • Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
  • Communicated with medical professionals in medical terms to relay patient needs and maintain accuracy.
  • Performed intubations to secure airway in patients under respiratory and cardiac arrest.

Paramedic

Wilkes County Ems
05.2006 - 07.2010
  • 48 to 72 Hours/Week
  • Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome.
  • Liaised with police, fire department and other emergency responders to manage emergency scenes.
  • Placed patients on backboards or stretchers to safely load into ambulance.
  • Operated electrocardiograms (EKGs), external defibrillators or bag valve mask resuscitators in advanced life support environments.

EMT-Intermediate / Paramedic

Elbert County Ems
06.2002 - 04.2007
  • 48 to 72 Hours/Week
  • Dispensed medications and monitored patient reactions.
  • Observed patient behavior to report changes to medical personnel.
  • Delivered emotional support to patients and families.
  • Assessed medical conditions of patients in pre-hospital settings.
  • Responded to 911 calls for medical emergencies.

EMT-Intermediate

National EMS
06.2001 - 06.2002
  • 48 to 72 Hours/Week
  • Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
  • Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
  • Maintained accurate patient records and documentation of treatments to enable tracking history and safeguard information.
  • Controlled wounds and injuries en-route to hospitals, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions pre-arrival.

Education

Diploma (Paramedic Technology) - Paramedic

North Georgia Technical College
Clarkesville, GA
09.2004

Skills

  • Stroke Patient Management
  • Pediatric Patient Care
  • Spinal Immobilization Techniques
  • Communicable Disease Prevention
  • Vital Signs Monitoring
  • Medication Administration
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support
  • Advanced Airway Management
  • Intravenous Therapy Administration
  • Oxygen Therapy Application

Certification

  • Paramedic

Timeline

Emergency Room Paramedic

Wellstar Mcg Health
10.2021 - Current

Paramedic

Gold Cross Ems
08.2017 - 12.2020

Paramedic

Southstar Ems
06.2015 - 08.2017

Equipment Operator

JPL Excavating And Long Arm Mowing
05.2014 - 05.2015

Farm Manager

Sandy Hill Farm
02.2014 - 09.2021

Paramedic

Lincoln County EMS
07.2010 - 10.2013

Paramedic

Wilkes County Ems
05.2006 - 07.2010

EMT-Intermediate / Paramedic

Elbert County Ems
06.2002 - 04.2007

EMT-Intermediate

National EMS
06.2001 - 06.2002

Diploma (Paramedic Technology) - Paramedic

North Georgia Technical College
William Bradford