Zachary Dennis
Odessa,TX
Summary
8 year U.S. Navy veteran with 15 years of pre-hospital emergency medicine experience. Adaptable Paramedic with critical thinking abilities and compassionate care.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
EMT/Paramedic
1st Response EMS LLC
11.2022 - Current
- Performed Paramedic level emergency medical treatment to provide the most extensive pre-hospital care.
- Provided life support services during medical emergencies on scene and en route to the hospital.
- Maintained a state of readiness and alertness for all assignments.
- Collected pertinent information from the patient, family and friends, medical records and prescriptions.
- Administered continuous and 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring.
- Rapidly assessed whether life threatening criteria was present and took immediate action.
- Initiated plans of care based on patient assessments.
- Operated and maintained emergency vehicles in a safe, efficient manner while obeying all traffic laws.
- Calculated and administered medications while considering factors as: interactions, patient weight, and concentration of the drug.
EMT-Basic
American Medical Response, AMR
10.2020 - 10.2022
- Provided basic life support during transport of patients to and from local hospitals
Patient Care Technician, Emergency Department
Medical Center Hospital
04.2018 - 10.2020
- Transported Patients from the Emergency Department to various floors
- Provided prompt medical assistance during medical emergencies such as trauma and cardiac arrests.
- Responsible for providing adequate stock throughout a 30 bed emergency room
- Obtained initial vital signs and 12 lead EKG's for interpretation by RN's and MD's.
Audiology Technician
Veterans Administration
09.2016 - 04.2018
- Increased accessibility for patients by maintaining and repairing assistive listening devices such as hearing aids, cochlear implants, and FM systems.
- Facilitated communication between audiologists and patients, ensuring that all parties understood treatment options and expected outcomes.
- Maintained strong relationships with hearing aid manufacturers to stay informed about new products or advancements in technology relevant to our clients'' needs.
- Conducted regular equipment calibration checks to ensure accurate test results for both diagnostic purposes and follow-up evaluations.
Hospital Corpsman
United States Navy
09.2008 - 09.2016
- Maintained detailed records of patients'' medical histories, exam findings, and treatment plans to facilitate efficient communication among healthcare team members.
- Provided emergency medical support during critical situations, stabilizing patients until further intervention could be administered.
- Assisted in surgical procedures, maintaining a sterile environment and managing surgical instruments with precision.
- Administered medications and treatments accurately, ensuring proper dosage and timely administration for optimal results.
- Sole medical provider during three 7 month deployments during war time operations, treating from basic first aid to full trauma care from gunshots and improvised explosive devices
Education
Paramedic
PERCOM EMS Medical Education Consortium
Abilene, Texas 09.2023
Emergency Medical Technician
Odessa College
Odessa, TX05.2019
Hospital Corpsman, USN
Hospital Corps School
Great Lakes, Il03.2009
High School Diploma -
Culpeper County High School
Culpeper, VA06.2008
Skills
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Pre-hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS)
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Nationally Registered Paramedic
- Texas State Paramedic
Skills
- Great Team player
- Great bedside manner
- Experienced in managing a patient in cardiac or respiratory arrest.
- Well trained in several different models of Advanced Life Support equipment. (ex: Zoll, Lifepak, EZ-IO,)
- Great Computer and Communication skills.
Timeline
EMT/Paramedic
1st Response EMS LLC
11.2022 - Current
EMT-Basic
American Medical Response, AMR
10.2020 - 10.2022
Patient Care Technician, Emergency Department
Medical Center Hospital
04.2018 - 10.2020
Audiology Technician
Veterans Administration
09.2016 - 04.2018
Hospital Corpsman
United States Navy
09.2008 - 09.2016
Paramedic
PERCOM EMS Medical Education Consortium
Emergency Medical Technician
Odessa College
Hospital Corpsman, USN
Hospital Corps School
High School Diploma -
Culpeper County High School
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