Andrew Valencia
La Mirada
Summary
Dedicated emergency services professional with nearly five years of experience in a variety of EMS environments, including 911 response, critical care transport, and hospital-based care. I recently acquired a Fire Fighter I certification with hands-on training in fire suppression, rescue operations, and incident stabilization. I have demonstrated my ability to perform under pressure, work effectively within a team, and continuously improve through feedback and training.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paramedic
Premier Ambulance
Brea, CA
02.2026 - Current
- Monitored vital signs and provided critical interventions during medical emergencies.
- Evaluated patient conditions and determined appropriate treatment plans based on assessment findings.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Transferred patients safely and securely to medical facilities for continued care.
- Maintained paramedic accreditations in both Orange County and Los Angeles County
- Streamlined patient handoff processes at hospitals by clearly communicating relevant information to receiving staff, ensuring seamless continuity of care.
Firefighter Paramedic Trainee
Cosumnes Fire Department
Elk Grove, CA
08.2025 - 01.2026
- Successfully acquired a Firefighter I certification through a state accredited fire academy
- Maintained optimal fire training grounds conditions by participating in daily equipment checks, repairs, and inventory management tasks.
- Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds, and stations for proper order and condition.
- demonstrated consistent growth of physical fitness and technical skills in order to meet the demands of firefighting tasks and improve overall performance.
Paramedic
AMR Riverside
Riverside, CA
07.2024 - 07.2025
- 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.
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
Emergency Room Assistant
Kaiser Permanente Downey Medical Center
05.2023 - 06.2024
- Apply orthopedic appliances
- Provide BLS interventions
- Apply and remove dressings
- Initiate emergency procedures (including CPR) and provide emergency patient treatment
- Respond to Code Blues
- Contributed to a positive work environment with strong interpersonal skills and proactive teamwork attitude.
- Maintain and manage stock of emergency supplies
- Set up and organize exam rooms
- Assisting MD with surgical procedures
911 Emergency Medical Technician
CARE/FALCK AMBULANCE
07.2022 - 05.2023
- Provided exceptional medical aid to a variety of patients regardless of the severity of their injury/illness
- Expand my medical knowledge and experience by working alongside the Fire departments in both Los Angeles County and Orange County
- Advocated for patients and their families to ensure their loved ones received the best medical care provided
- Properly and safely transport patients to the appropriate facility for their injuries or illnesses
- Exhibit BLS skills daily
- Apple orthopedic dressings
Critical Care Technician
PRN AMBULANCE
05.2021 - 07.2022
- Travel with and assist an onboard CCTRN with acute patients needing to be transported to different hospitals all over Southern California
- Preparing monitor and ventilator settings to our nurses’ and paramedics’ specifications
- Place 4 leads and 12 leads on patients at nurses’ and paramedics’ discretion
- Exhibit BLS skills daily
Girls Water Polo Coach
Long Beach Millikan High School
06.2019 - 05.2021
- Help with the development of a program plan for summer camps, pre-season, and regular seasons for all three skill levels (varsity, junior varsity, and frosh)
- Develop a multitude of game plans for both defense and offense in order to prepare my teams for each season
- Ensure players knew and understood the importance of working as a team
- Maintained accurate records of athlete progress throughout the season, offering insight into areas needing improvement or adjustment in strategy.
- Encouraged and demonstrated good sportsmanship.
Education
High School Diploma -
La Mirada High School
La Mirada, CA05-2017
Skills
- Time Management
- Computer Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Cardiac monitoring
- Orthopedic splint application
- Fire safety
- Emergency scene management
- Fire suppression
- Community relations
Certification
- AHA BLS certification, 2023
- NREMT certification, 2023
- Orange County EMT accreditation, 2021
- LA County EMT accreditation, 2021
- LADOT Class C Driver's license, 2021
- AHA ACLS, 2023
- AHA PALS, 2023
- NREMT Paramedic certification, 2024
- CAEMSA Paramedic license, 2024
- REMSA Paramedic accreditation, 2024
- SCEMSA Paramedic accreditation, 2026
- California Firefighter I certification, 2026
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Paramedic
Premier Ambulance
02.2026 - Current
Firefighter Paramedic Trainee
Cosumnes Fire Department
08.2025 - 01.2026
Paramedic
AMR Riverside
07.2024 - 07.2025
Emergency Room Assistant
Kaiser Permanente Downey Medical Center
05.2023 - 06.2024
911 Emergency Medical Technician
CARE/FALCK AMBULANCE
07.2022 - 05.2023
Critical Care Technician
PRN AMBULANCE
05.2021 - 07.2022
Girls Water Polo Coach
Long Beach Millikan High School
06.2019 - 05.2021
High School Diploma -
La Mirada High School