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PARAMEDIC
Summary

Compassionate Paramedic offering strength in emergent medical care, including diagnosis, treatment and transport. Focused and attentive to detail, operating effectively in dynamic environments. Dedicated to delivering exceptional emergency care, demonstrated through 15 years of superior industry performance.

Skills
  • ACLS
  • EPC
  • PHTLS
  • Aseptic venipuncture skills
  • Critical decision-making skills
  • Emergency management
  • Ambulance transport
  • Wound care
  • IV fluid replacement
  • Respiratory care assessment
  • Vital sign assessment
  • Defibrillation and resuscitation
  • Aseptic technique
  • EKG procedures
  • Emergency response and assessment
  • IV and medication administration
Experience
Paramedic - Company Name (City, State)October 2015 - Current
  • Responded quickly to medical emergencies to promote best possible health outcomes.
  • Treated patients suffering from variety of illnesses and ailments, including heart attacks, strokes, motor vehicle accident injuries and various medical emergencies.
  • Assessed scene on arrival to identify potential safety issues and hazards affecting first responders.
  • Explained each step of treatment to conscious patients to reduce fear and invoke calm.
  • Conducted equipment inspections and vehicle checks in adherence with required maintenance schedules.
  • Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
  • Loaded patients into ambulances in preparation for transport to nearest medical center.
  • Documented all care provided to patients into electronic reports for submission to billing company.
  • Monitored patients from scene to hospital transfer while conducting in-transit care.
  • Administered CPR and other life-saving techniques on patients in cardiac arrest.
  • Adhered to all protocols and procedures to maintain safety of patients and paramedic crew.
  • Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs during transit.
  • Managed care in field and in-transit, including performing standard testing and administering necessary medication.
  • Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
  • Obtained details regarding patient by questioning family members and bystanders.
  • Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
  • Functioned as Field Training Officer to train new employees.
Pharmacy Technician - Company Name (City, State)April 2012 - July 2014
  • Participated in prescription pharmaceutical and over-the-counter product inventory audits.
  • Collaborated closely with pharmacist to deliver high level of quality care to patients and patrons.
  • Efficiently processed cash register transactions for new and refilled prescription orders.
  • Prepared prescription transfer requests from competitor companies.
  • Restocked shelves and prepared expired drugs for return.
  • Worked with insurance companies to process claims, resolve problems and obtain payments.
  • Calculated dosage, filled prescriptions and prepared prescription labels.
  • Verified and filled numerous prescriptions per day in busy retail pharmacy setting.
  • Consulted with customers via telephone or in-person to assist with navigating pharmacy systems and completing requests.
  • Checked medications for content, accuracy and completeness of all drug packaging and labeling.
  • Retrieved off-hour voicemails to address emergent customer needs.
  • Inspected medication storage locations to monitor drug expiration dates and supply adequate inventory.
  • Filled and processed prescriptions, delivering prompt and efficient patient care.
  • Placed orders for out of stock medications, enabling patients to receive prescriptions on time.
  • Verified prescriptions by contacting physicians' offices and receiving approval.
  • Assisted pharmacist with clearing high volume of problem prescriptions and customer questions to maintain optimal team efficiency.
  • Processed prescription transfer requests from competitors.
  • Performed wide range of pharmacy operations with strong commitment to accuracy, efficiency and service quality.
  • Refilled medications, offered insight into over-the-counter products and verified insurance benefits.
  • Entered and processed prescriptions into internal system with accuracy to avoid filling delays.
  • Managed inventories, rotated stock, removed expired or damaged drug products and resolved discrepancies in drug counts.
  • Created new customer profiles and updated information in pharmacy computer systems.
Emergency Medical Technician - Company Name (City, State)April 2006 - July 2010
  • Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
  • Rendered direct patient care, including stabilizing patients and determining course of action based on triage.
  • Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs during transit.
  • Explained to conscious patients steps involved for medical evaluations and need for possible hospital transport.
  • Delivered emergency care to individuals involved in motor vehicle accidents, falls and medical incidents.
  • Conducted equipment inspections and vehicle checks in adherence with required maintenance schedules.
  • Performed CPR and used cardiac defibrillator to revive patients in cardiac arrest or arrythmia.
  • Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
  • Observed and assessed incident scenes upon arrival to determine level of safety for all first responders.
  • Documented all calls in reports detailing type of incident and course of treatment.
  • Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
Education and Training
Associate of Science in ParamedicDecember 2017Walters State Community College, City, State
Pharmacy Technician CertificateMarch 2012Walters State Community College, City, State
Associate of Applied Science in General Studies EMTMay 2006Walters State Community College, City, State
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Resume Overview

School Attended

  • Walters State Community College

Job Titles Held:

  • Paramedic
  • Pharmacy Technician
  • Emergency Medical Technician

Degrees

  • Associate of Science in Paramedic
    Pharmacy Technician Certificate
    Associate of Applied Science in General Studies EMT

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