William Sheppard III
New Smyrna Beach,FL
Summary
Dedicated firefighter paramedic seeking a challenging position within the organization. I have a strong commitment to serving the community with a passion for delivering high-quality care and support in critical situations. Through my experience and training, I am prepared to embrace new challenges and uphold the highest standards of safety and service.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Firefighter Paramedic
Edgewater Fire Rescue Department
Edgewater, FL
03.2024 - Current
- Respond to emergency calls, providing immediate assistance in fire suppression and rescue operations.
- Conduct regular inspections of firefighting equipment to ensure operational readiness and compliance with safety standards.
- Collaborate with team members during drills, enhancing coordination and response strategies for various emergency scenarios.
- Evaluate operational procedures post-incident, identifying areas for improvement and enhancing future response strategies.
- Perform life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, administering CPR and first aid as needed.
- Respond to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Collaborate with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
- Operate fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
- Maintain optimal readiness for emergency situations by regularly participating in drills and training exercises.
- Participate in physical fitness and training programs to maintain preparedness and stamina for fire rescues.
- Administer advanced life support and emergency medical care in high-pressure situations.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes during transport.
68W Combat Medic Healthcare Specialist, Instructor
Oregon Army National Guard 249th RTI DET 1
05.2019 - 05.2025
- Administered emergency medical treatment to soldiers and civilian personnel as needed.
- Instructed and trained Soldier's during TCCC, Combat Lifesaver/First Responder training, and CPR certifications.
- Developed training materials for the school house learning environment.
- Developed and implemented field training exercises for TCCC certifications.
- Manage Soldier's medical readiness, medical supplies and equipment
- Administered emergency medical care in high-pressure environments.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to evaluate and triage patients effectively during missions.
Travel Paramedic
Med Ops Staffing LLC
12.2024 - 10.2025
- Administered advanced life support and emergency care in high-pressure environments.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure effective patient transport and treatment continuity.
- Managed on-scene triage processes, prioritizing patient care based on medical urgency and condition severity.
- Optimized response protocols to improve operational efficiency during critical incidents and emergencies.
- Conducted thorough assessments of patients' medical conditions, ensuring accurate diagnosis and treatment plans.
- Mentored junior staff in emergency response techniques, fostering skill development and confidence in field operations.
- Evaluated equipment functionality regularly, maintaining readiness for emergency situations and compliance with safety standards.
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Delivered compassionate care to patients with a variety of medical emergencies, including cardiac arrests, traumas, strokes, and respiratory distress.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments, treatments, and interventions.
- Documented patient care accurately using electronic medical records software according to regulatory guidelines for billing purposes and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Enhanced team efficiency through clear communication and collaboration during high-pressure emergency situations.
- Transferred patients safely and securely to medical facilities for continued care.
Travel Paramedic Lead
Best Practice Medicine
Medford, OR
10.2023 - 03.2024
- Administers competent and compassionate basic and advanced life support care on emergent and non-emergent ambulance calls, following written or verbal physician orders and protocols, working within the scope of practice of a licensed Paramedic.
- Responds promptly and safely to all dispatched ambulance calls and to ensure safe transport of patients to a medical facility
- Provides high quality customer service and patient care by interacting with customers, family members and others in a professional, caring, respectful and dignified manner.
- Provides a safe out-of-hospital environment for self, patients, co-workers,and public through appropriate use of personal protective equipment in observation of all company policies and guidelines.
- Responsible for maintaining professional and effective radio communications with Communications Specialists in accordance with clients Medical Operations Guidelines.
EMPF
Aerie Back Country Medicine
Missoula, MT
09.2023 - 11.2023
- Administered first aid treatment, BLS, and ALS care to sick or injured persons in the wildland fire interface.
- Attended training classes to maintain certification licensure, keep abreast of new developments in field and maintain existing knowledge.
- Assessed nature and extent of illness or injury to establish and prioritize medical procedures.
Inspected equipment and resolved deficiencies prior to in-service operations. - Interpreted limited histories and used physical examinations to identify potential underlying critical issues.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
Paramedic
AMR
Multnomah County
04.2022 - 09.2023
- Assessed each call situation to determine the best course of action while working with progressive Paramedic protocols.
- Utilized your Paramedic skills on medical equipment and procedures including defibrillator, EKG monitor, oxygen and suction devices, and intravenous fluids to provide advanced medical care.
- Communicated with patients and loved ones to provide information and assurance that care is being given.
- Acted as Paramedic team leader and took responsibility for the scene and unit management as needed.
- Drove and Operated the ambulance on 911 responses.
- Worked collaboratively and in a professional manner with all allied health and public safety personnel as well as fellow Paramedics
Contract Paramedic
Pafford EMS
St. Croix, USVI
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Assessed each call situation to determine the best course of action while working with progressive Paramedic protocols.
- Utilized your Paramedic skills on medical equipment and procedures including defibrillator, EKG monitor, oxygen and suction devices, and intravenous fluids to provide advanced medical care.
- Communicated with patients and loved ones to provide information and assurance that care is being given.
- Acted as Paramedic team leader and took responsibility for the scene and unit management as needed.
- Drove and Operated the ambulance on 911 responses.
- Worked collaboratively and in a professional manner with all allied health and public safety personnel as well as fellow Paramedics
EMPF
Fireline Medics, Adventure Medics
Multiple Locations
08.2021 - 10.2021
- Administered first aid treatment, BLS, and ALS care to sick or injured persons in the wildland fire interface.
- Attended training classes to maintain certification licensure, keep abreast of new developments in field and maintain existing knowledge.
- Assessed nature and extent of illness or injury to establish and prioritize medical procedures.
Inspected equipment and resolved deficiencies prior to in-service operations. - Interpreted limited histories and used physical examinations to identify potential underlying critical issues.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
Paramedic
City Ambulance Service
Austin, TX
12.2020 - 10.2021
- Administered advanced life support and emergency medical care in high-pressure environments.
- Managed on-scene assessments, determining critical interventions for diverse medical emergencies.
- Trained and mentored junior paramedics in emergency response protocols and best practices.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care and resource allocation.
- Conducted regular equipment checks, ensuring readiness and compliance with safety standards.
- Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
- Ensured patient safety by adhering to strict protocols for proper lifting techniques, equipment use, and infection control.
- Identified appropriate medications based on potential interactions with other medicines, accurately calculating correct dosages according to drugs on hand and patient's weight.
- 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.
- Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome.
- Performed intubations to secure airway in patients under respiratory and cardiac arrest.
Firefighter Paramedic
Orange County Fire Rescue Department
Orlando, FL
11.2015 - 11.2020
- Performed fire suppression as a team member and/or individually by manning hose lines, operating handheld fire suppression equipment, and carrying out related duties in emergency firefighting situations.
- Performed emergency medical services on persons injured or ill according to National, State and Departmental guidelines as a paramedic provider.
- Performed rescue functions to extricate victims from occupancies filled with heat, smoke, and toxic gases by entering occupancy and physically removing victims.
- Performed rescue and extrication functions of victims involved in vehicular entrapments using specific hand and pneumatic equipment.
- Performed salvage and clean-up functions as required at the conclusion of fire-related emergency scenes.
- Maintained physical conditioning and physical stamina required to perform firefighting duties.
- Performed routine inspections of personal safety equipment in order to ensure equipment is in optimum condition and promptly notifies superiors of deficiencies.
- Attended classroom and drill ground training sessions in order to continuously update knowledge and skills required for effective work performance.
- Communicated and interacted with co-workers and/or the public either collectively or on a person-to-person level to receive emergency instructions or relay emergency information.
- Participated in public relations activities such as school demonstrations, safety demonstrations, etc., to promote the image of the Department as a public safety provider in the community.
- Performed clean-up and janitorial duties in stations to maintain a clean working and living environment.
- Operated Fire Rescue Department emergency vehicles as required.
- Performed other related duties as required.
Firefighter Paramedic
Lake County Fire Rescue
Tavares, FL
09.2013 - 11.2015
- Performed fire suppression as a team member and/or individually by manning hose lines, operating handheld fire suppression equipment, and carrying out related duties in emergency firefighting situations.
- Performed emergency medical services on persons injured or ill according to National, State and Departmental guidelines as a paramedic provider.
- Performed rescue functions to extricate victims from occupancies filled with heat, smoke, and toxic gases by entering occupancy and physically removing victims.
- Performed rescue and extrication functions of victims involved in vehicular entrapments using specific hand and pneumatic equipment.
- Performed salvage and clean-up functions as required at the conclusion of fire-related emergency scenes.
- Maintained physical conditioning and physical stamina required to perform firefighting duties.
- Performed routine inspections of personal safety equipment in order to ensure equipment is in optimum condition and promptly notifies superiors of deficiencies.
- Attended classroom and drill ground training sessions in order to continuously update knowledge and skills required for effective work performance.
- Communicated and interacted with co-workers and/or the public either collectively or on a person-to-person level to receive emergency instructions or relay emergency information.
- Participated in public relations activities such as school demonstrations, safety demonstrations, etc., to promote the image of the Department as a public safety provider in the community.
- Performed clean-up and janitorial duties in stations to maintain a clean working and living environment.
- Operated Fire Rescue Department emergency vehicles as required.
- Performed other related duties as required.
Reserve Firefighter EMT
Edgewater Fire Rescue
Edgewater, FL
09.2012 - 09.2013
- Responded to emergency situations within the City and other areas in compliance with mutual aid agreements when needed.
- Performed basic life support rescue, fire control, and other emergency services under the direction of immediate supervisor.
- Maintained assigned specialized apparatus and equipment as necessary to ensure safe and proper operating condition
- Responded to a variety of emergency incidents requiring the administration of medical treatment, removing victims from danger, hazardous materials, confined spaces, water, or elevated rescues, and extrication.
EMT
American Ambulance Service
Orlando, FL
05.2011 - 08.2013
- 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.
Education
Associate of Science - Emergency Medical Services
Daytona State College
Daytona State College12-2018
Certification - Minimum Fire Standards I, II
Central Florida Fire Academy
Orlando, FL05-2011
Certification - Emergency Medical Technician
Valencia College
Orlando, FL12-2009
Certification - BLS, ACLS. PALS
American Heart Association
Certification - PHTLS, ITLS
Trauma Certifications
Certification - Fire Standards I, II
Division of Florida State Fire Marshal
FloridaCertification - IS 100,200,700,800
FEMA
CFDIC
DOD
S130, S190, L180 Red Card Certified
Wildland Firefighter 2
Timeline
Travel Paramedic
Med Ops Staffing LLC
12.2024 - 10.2025
Firefighter Paramedic
Edgewater Fire Rescue Department
03.2024 - Current
Travel Paramedic Lead
Best Practice Medicine
10.2023 - 03.2024
EMPF
Aerie Back Country Medicine
09.2023 - 11.2023
Paramedic
AMR
04.2022 - 09.2023
Contract Paramedic
Pafford EMS
01.2022 - 04.2022
EMPF
Fireline Medics, Adventure Medics
08.2021 - 10.2021
Paramedic
City Ambulance Service
12.2020 - 10.2021
68W Combat Medic Healthcare Specialist, Instructor
Oregon Army National Guard 249th RTI DET 1
05.2019 - 05.2025
Firefighter Paramedic
Orange County Fire Rescue Department
11.2015 - 11.2020
Firefighter Paramedic
Lake County Fire Rescue
09.2013 - 11.2015
Reserve Firefighter EMT
Edgewater Fire Rescue
09.2012 - 09.2013
EMT
American Ambulance Service
05.2011 - 08.2013
Associate of Science - Emergency Medical Services
Daytona State College
Certification - Minimum Fire Standards I, II
Central Florida Fire Academy
Certification - Emergency Medical Technician
Valencia College
Certification - BLS, ACLS. PALS
American Heart Association
Certification - PHTLS, ITLS
Trauma Certifications
Certification - Fire Standards I, II
Division of Florida State Fire Marshal
Certification - IS 100,200,700,800
FEMA
CFDIC
DOD
S130, S190, L180 Red Card Certified
Wildland Firefighter 2