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CHIEF PARAMEDIC
Professional Summary

Chief Paramedic offering extensive list of successes building and leading talented teams in training, drills, and high-danger emergency events. Highly committed to safety and continuous provision of quality emergency response. Equipped with strong background overseeing group efforts across diverse facilities ranging in size and complexity. Enthusiastic to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail, and excellent organizational skills.

Skills
  • Crew recruitment
  • Crew safety
  • Team Leadership
  • Firefighting operations
  • Supervision
  • Organization
  • Relationship development
  • Project organization
  • Budgets
  • Team building
  • Customer service
  • Operational improvement
Work History
Chief Paramedic12/2017 to Current
Company Name – City, State
  • Oversaw team wellness, including morale, continuing education, and team recruitment.
  • Utilized knowledge of area medical facilities to choose appropriate hospital destination for patients.
  • Examined ambulance and equipment to meet safety protocols and readiness for calls.
  • Delegated tasks and delivered appropriate care and accident patients.
  • Drove operational improvements which resulted in savings and improved profit margins including funding from local grant awards.
  • Implemented cost-saving initiatives that addressed long-standing problems including budget.
  • Managed quality assurance program, including on-site evaluations, internal audits and customer surveys.
  • Optimized Emergency Medical management with introduction of new systems, policies, procedures, and tools.
  • Oversaw proper implementation of best practices, policies, and procedures in alignment with regulations and operational needs.
  • Supervised operations, maintaining inventory and liaising with vendors to secure necessary supplies.
  • Conducted performance evaluations and completed written recommendations on probationary members.
  • Spearheaded public education initiatives safety topics, prevention options and emergency response strategies including implementation of Community Paramedicine to the county.
Firefighter/Paramedic01/2007 to 12/2017
Company Name – City, State
  • Performed a variety of fire suppression activities at fire scenes, including laying and connecting hose, holding nozzles and directing water streams, raising and climbing ladders and using pike poles, smoke ejectors, and forcible entry tools.
  • Participated in Fire Suppression and Emergency training exercises and in-class training to improve skills and knowledge.
  • Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds and stations for proper order and condition on regular basis.
  • Conducted periodic firefighter written performance evaluations and completed written recommendations on probationary firefighters.
  • Coordinated fire control and prevention operations.
  • Acted as company officer when assigned.
  • Maintained a position as resident volunteer coordinator.
Firefighter Paramedic02/2000 to 01/2007
Company Name – City, State
  • Evaluated areas after containing fires to identify and suppress hot spots.
  • Inspected alarms, hydrants, sprinkler systems and standpipe systems for operational use to minimize incidents.
  • Maintained close contact with dispatch to receive and share information about current fires, equipment movements and incoming personnel.
  • Checked all fire and life safety systems and equipment for proper placement at properties, including fire alarms, sprinkler systems and smoke detectors.
  • Filled firetrucks with water, sandbags and gas to maintain proper supply of materials in trucks.
  • Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
  • Calmly and effectively directed evacuations during fires and emergencies to avoid fatalities, injuries and panic.
  • Led team in fighting fires and exercised considerable judgment in deciding best way to extinguish based on type of fuel and environment.
  • Performed variety of fire suppression activities at fire scenes, including laying and connecting hose, holding nozzles and directing water streams, raising and climbing ladders and using pike poles, smoke ejectors, and forcible entry tools.
  • Operated pumping engine to direct water pressure in hose and nozzle for most efficient operation.
  • Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
  • Conducted thorough tests and inspections of gear, equipment and tools to stay ready for every type of fire.
  • Supervised and coordinated tactical methodology used in resolving emergencies and other situations.
Education
Bachelor of Science: Paramedicine06/1999Central Washington University- City, State
Associate of Science: General Studies09/1997Everett Community College- City, State
Affiliations
  • Rotary International
  • Washington State Ambulance Association
  • Lions Club
Certifications
  • First Aid/CPR Certified
  • IFSAC FF I and II
  • NWGR Certified
  • Fire Officer 1 and 11
  • Hazmat Operations
  • Washington State Paramedic/ NREMT-P
  • FP-C (Flight Paramedic)
  • CPR First Aid Instructor
  • WA State SEI trainee.
  • IFSAC Ropes I and II
  • NIMS IS- 100, 200, 700
Community Involvement
  • Eagles Member
  • Special Olympics Volunteer
  • Knights of Columbus
  • 21st Century Project Mentor
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Resume Overview

School Attended

  • Central Washington University
  • Everett Community College

Job Titles Held:

  • Chief Paramedic
  • Firefighter/Paramedic
  • Firefighter Paramedic

Degrees

  • Bachelor of Science : Paramedicine 06/1999
    Associate of Science : General Studies 09/1997

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