Paramedic

• Jun 2022 - Present

Independent contractor EMS

• Jun 2021 - Present

Paramedic

• Aug 2020 - Nov 2021

Paramedic

• Apr 2020 - Aug 2020

Respond to emergency calls for medical assistance at accidents, emergencies and other related incidents.Make diagnoses and give emergency treatment to patients who are seriously ill or have life-threatening conditions.Apply splints to limbs, dress wounds, administer pain relief and read monitoring equipment.Insert drips and fluids and use different equipment, including ventilators, to assist breathing.Transport patients needing skilled treatment while traveling by ambulance. Check the efficiency of vehicles and equipment to maintain a state of operational readiness.Drive and crew the ambulance and other rapid response vehicle.Assess appropriate methods of conveying patients.Assist with patient care in hospitals or health care centers.Write up all case notes and report the patient's history, condition and treatment to relevant hospital staff. Show less

Firefighter / Paramedic

• Aug 2016 - Mar 2020

Fire Fighter/Paramedic responds to emergency and routine alarms as part of a firefighting/emergency services team; lays hose; set ladders; ventilates buildings; provides on scene direction to team members while delivering paramedic level patient care as guided by district protocols; provides public education; assists in defensible space and prescribed burning programs; performs routine maintenance of stations, apparatus and equipment; assists in fire inspections; participates in drills and training; and performs other related duties Show less

Medical Assistant -Specialty – Surgical Clinic

• Oct 2013 - May 2016

Provide patient care and physician assistance within the Surgery Clinic at McCall Medical Clinic and Family Practice at Payette Lakes Medical Clinic. I function as a Medical Assistant for the surgeons and family practice providers. Patient care duties include, but are limited to, scheduling, triage/patient assessment, vital signs, specimen collection (blood, wound, and culture), EKG, IV administration, medication review, medical record review using EPIC electronic medical record software. I perform post-surgical follow-up to include suture and staple removal and incision care. I assist with the pain clinic, wound clinic, and urgent care clinic when needed Show less

Certified Medical Technician

• Oct 2011 - Jun 2013

Provided patient care and physician assistance within the Family Practice clinic at Mountain Home Air Force Base functioning as a Medical Assistant. Patient care duties include, but are limited to, scheduling, triage/patient assessment, vital signs, specimen collection (blood, wound, and culture), EKG, IV administration, medication review, medical record review using AHLTA, CHCS and PIMR software, perform physical health assessments on all service personnel, and any other medical assistance requested by the physician on duty. In addition when service personnel are given orders for deployment I review and screen medical records to make sure they are ready for over seas deployment. Show less

Correctional Officer

• Jan 2008 - Nov 2012

Provide the public protection by enforcing State and Federal laws and administrative regulations while supervising the conduct of inmates or parolees. Duties encompass disarming, subduing and applying restraints to inmates when required; responding to the scene of a disturbance; supervising the conduct of inmates; standing watch on an armed post and patrols to include perimeter security; maintaining visual surveillance of unit and inmates; enforcing facility rules, regulations, and procedures; executing orders relevant to job requirements; writing various reports; assisting with emergency transport of inmates; conduct periodic counts of inmate population; control behavior of inmates and provides feedback on inmate productivity; conducting searches of premises, inmates, and visitors for contraband; supervises and escorts visitors; assists with criminal and administrative investigations; and responding with appropriate force to include weapons fire in combat/emergency situations. Show less

Special Assignment

• Jan 2012 - Sep 2012

Due to my extensive background (18 years) in Correctional Medicine I was selected by the warden and given the special assignment to review and build mandatory contract compliance documentation in preparation of pending contract audits by IDOC, NCCHC (National Commission on Correctional Health Care), and ACA (American Corrections Association). I am presently reviewing the past 3 years of inmate medical records and documentation with regard to contract requirements Due to my extensive background (18 years) in Correctional Medicine I was selected by the warden and given the special assignment to review and build mandatory contract compliance documentation in preparation of pending contract audits by IDOC, NCCHC (National Commission on Correctional Health Care), and ACA (American Corrections Association). I am presently reviewing the past 3 years of inmate medical records and documentation with regard to contract requirements

Correctional Medical Specialist

• Jun 1989 - Nov 2008

Performed technical medical skills with a high degree of accuracy and understanding; effectively managed the medical and emotional needs of the incarcerated including injuries, acute illnesses and psychological emergencies; maintained a professional and objective approach to the care of ill and injured persons while maintaining the safety and security of the institution. Conducted daily military type sick call for incarcerated patients. Duties encompassed responding to all medical emergencies, triage of all medical, emotional, and chronic care to include referral of patients to on call physicians, initiating all emergency care and therapy, passing prescribed medications, working closely with physicians, PA, and nursing staff in the care of the patient. Provided long term care of elderly, disabled and handicapped/special needs patients. Responded with C.E.R.T (Correctional Emergency Response Team). Show less

Sheriff Deputy

• Oct 2000 - Apr 2003

Performed all duties required as Valley County Sheriff Deputy. Duties encompassed performing new prisoner booking, searches, fingerprints and photographs. Performed correctional officer duties as assigned, court service duties as needed and high risk inmate transport as required. Acted as Field Training Officer for new incumbents. Was a member of the county Special Operations Response Team (SORT) which provided a rapid response and containment force for any disturbance situations inside the county and assisted the warrants division in the apprehension of wanted subjects. Prepared detailed reports of all activities. Maintained departmental files and records. Kept firearms and other equipment in good working condition. Assisted and cooperated with other law enforcement agencies in investigations and arrests. Substantiated findings of facts in court. Served warrants, civil documents and made arrests. Conducted investigations by interviewing witnesses, gathering evidence and statements in connection with suspected criminal activities. Patrolled assigned areas. Answered calls for protection of life and property under the guidance of an assigned field preceptor. Show less

Associate

• Nov 1982 - Oct 2000

• Under the leadership of nationally recognized experts, namely Mr. John Yates and Mr. Bryan Peterson, I obtained the knowledge to provide an objective evaluation of an emergency service’s capabilities and limitations as well as its support programs and services. Over the years I have been called on for projects to provided executives and managers a number of planning and evaluations. I have assisted multiple organizations with such activities as preparation for the planning process, quality assurance, compliance with mandates, capital improvement and replacement strategies. Special attention was paid to the ways that individual system components worked together to improve patient outcomes and enhance economic efficiencies. The approach was non-threatening, unbiased, and progressive, ensuring that the organization and community was receiving the highest quality service. I have been directly involved with several projects, to include but not limited to:  “New Beginnings” report that started the current REMSA system in Reno, Nevada.1983.  Transition of service from Lincolns Ambulance to Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital, Grass Valley, California 1987.  Upgrading of the Nevada County California System from intermediate life support to paramedic level 1987.  Emergency Transport Systems successful emergency 911 contract bid for Placer County 1986 and 1988.  Conception of the current field internship program used in Placer County , California, 1986 .  Sales negotiation between Auburn Community Ambulance and Emergency Transport Systems Placer Region, California,1984.  Most recently unofficial contact with Valley County EMS officials over the concerns shared over the new four season resort being build and the future needs for the fire and emergency medical system. Show less

Director of Paramedic Service

• Mar 1988 - May 1989

Responsible for upgrading the standard of care in western Nevada county California. Developed ambulance service and reformed the standard of care from one utilizing intermediate care level providers to an advanced emergency medical care and stabilization unit utilizing staff trained at the Advanced Paramedic level. Responded to emergency situations for patients at accident or illness scenes and provided transport to medical facilities. Administrative functions included the supervision of assigned employees, record keeping, billing, purchasing, planning, dispatch, contract negotiations with providers, scheduling, maintenance of equipment and vehicles, working with volunteers, fire districts, life flight, area hospitals and other emergency providers. Have in depth knowledge of firefighting and emergency medical fields, including applicable regulations and requirements. Posse computer skills and proficient in budget management and experienced in supervising Show less

Paramedic/ Field Preceptor

• Jul 1983 - Mar 1988

Provide advanced life support including medical evaluation, treatment, and stabilization of the critically ill and injured, responded to emergency rescue situations involving vehicular, industrial and residential accidents. With potential loss of life and bodily injury in various types of terrain am proficient in maintaining control, managing and directing patient care at the scene of all pre hospital emergencies with the mode of transportation being vehicle or helicopter. Provided training and instruction to lesser trained personnel and performed other related duties as required. Show less

Emergency Paramedic

• Jul 1982 - Mar 1983

Respond to emergency calls for medical assistance at accidents, emergencies and other related incidents.Make diagnoses and give emergency treatment to patients who are seriously ill or have life-threatening conditions.Apply splints to limbs, dress wounds, administer pain relief and read monitoring equipment.Insert drips and fluids and use different equipment, including ventilators, to assist breathing.Transport patients needing skilled treatment while traveling by ambulance. Check the efficiency of vehicles and equipment to maintain a state of operational readiness.Drive and crew the ambulance and other rapid response vehicle.Assess appropriate methods of conveying patients.Assist with patient care in hospitals or health care centers.Write up all case notes and report the patient's history, condition and treatment to relevant hospital staff. Show less

student

• 1981 - 1982