ASHA DZISAH
Regina,SK
Summary
Certified as an entry-level IFSAC NFPA 1001 Level II Firefighter with 2.5 years of experience in the emergency services field as a Primary Care Paramedic. Committed to team success, driven by a strong work ethic and professionalism with motivation to continuously learn, grow, and excel in the career of firefighting.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Harm Reduction Paramedic
Newo Yotina Friendship Center Regina
2023.09 - Current
- Overseeing the centre’s Overdose Prevention Site while on shift and ensure the compliance of the operational procedures
- Experience and understanding working with marginalized people and people of diverse cultures and abilities in a community-based setting
- Provide internal and external referrals to other medical and social services including homelessness, mental health issues, addictions, and history of trauma
- Provides paramedical services as needed to community members
- Provides direction and support to the harm reduction support workers
- Supervision of IV drug use, testing drugs, distributing and educating public on Naloxone use, educating on safer drug use technics, and providing referrals
Primary Care Paramedic
Regina EMS- SHA
2023.05 - Current
Primary Care Paramedic
Valley Ambulance Care Ltd. Fort Qu’appelle Sk
2022.06 - Current
- Operate and maintain emergency vehicles in a safe manner
- Collect pertinent information from the patient, family & friends, bystanders and medical records
- Stay in constant communication with patients to maintain care and comfort during transportation
- Provide life support services during medical emergencies on scene and en route to the hospital
- Clean, restock, conduct equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation
Patient Transfer Specialist
Saskatchewan Patient Transfer Services
2021.06 - 2022.08
- Transferred patients safely during intra-facility transfers, nursing home/LTC transfers, palliative transfers, private/specialty transfers
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and hospital/facility staff to facilitate efficient patient care
- Trained new hires
Dance Instructor
Kids Can Dance Studio Regina
2017.09 - 2021.04
- Instruct dancers ages 1- 18 years old
- Fostered a supportive learning environment by promoting positive reinforcement and constructive feedback.
- Worked in team-based environment
- Planned routines for recitals and performances.
Shift Leader
Get Air Trampoline Park Regina
2018.10 - 2021.04
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor
- Completed store opening and closing procedures, including setting up registers and checking products
- Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities
Education
IFSAC NFPA 1001 Level I-II - Firefighter Professional Qualifications
Suncrest College
Melville, SK08.2024
Primary Care Paramedic Certificate Program -
Saskatchewan Polytechnic
04.2022
High School Diploma -
Dr. Martin LeBoldus High School
Skills
- Excel at working with a team
- Self-motivated
- Responsible and safety conscious
- Compassionate and empathetic
- Ability to problem solve
- Respectful and professional
Certification
- Public Education and Community Risk 3 day course, 05/2024
- Mental Health First Aid, 05/2024
- Incident Command 100, 04/2024
- Basic Life Support renewal, 10/2023
- EMS Transferring, Lifting and Repositioning Training, 10/2023
- ITLS renewal, 09/2023
- Airbrake Endorsement, 01/2023
- PALS Certification, 10/2022
- Basic Life Support renewal, 09/2022
- WHIMIS 2015 renewal, 08/2022
- SCOP Primary Care Paramedic License, 06/2022
- COPR Certificate, 06/2022
- Primary Care Paramedic Certificate, 05/2022
- PEPP, 11/2021
- ITLS, 10/2021
- Basic Life Support and CPR C & AED, 10/2021
- Class 4 Drivers License, 04/2021
- WHIMIS 2015, 03/2021
- Transferring, Lifting and Repositioning Training, 03/2021
- Red Cross First Responder, 01/2020
- Incident Command 100, 10/2019
- Ladder Safety Training, 09/2019
Accomplishments
- Marianne Boychuk Women in Fire Award, Suncrest College - Scholarship valued at $10,000, 04/2024
- Completed Primary Care Paramedic program with distinction, 05/2022
- Certification of High Academic Achievement in Emergency Services at the 30 Level, 06/2020
- Certification of High Academic Achievement in Emergency Services at the 20 Level, 06/2020
- Grade 9-12 Honours, 2017-2020
- Saskatchewan Cheerleading Association Leadership Award, 03/2015
Volunteering
Tutor primary care paramedic students- June 2022- current
Assist with Riffel High School Emergency Service Class – 2022-2023
Ranch Ehrlo Events- 2022
Souls Harbour Soup Kitchen 2018-2019
References
- Mackenzie Miltenberger, ACP, Partner, Valley Ambulance LTD., (306) 551-4184
- Ryan Snider, ACP, Preceptor, Regina EMS, (306) 541-9973
- Bryan Schooley, Owner & Operator, Saskatchewan Patient Transfer Services, (306) 997-7787
- Chantel Sebastian, Owner & Artistic Director, Kids Can Dance Studio, (306) 529-7792
Timeline
Harm Reduction Paramedic
Newo Yotina Friendship Center Regina
2023.09 - Current
Primary Care Paramedic
Regina EMS- SHA
2023.05 - Current
Primary Care Paramedic
Valley Ambulance Care Ltd. Fort Qu’appelle Sk
2022.06 - Current
Patient Transfer Specialist
Saskatchewan Patient Transfer Services
2021.06 - 2022.08
Shift Leader
Get Air Trampoline Park Regina
2018.10 - 2021.04
Dance Instructor
Kids Can Dance Studio Regina
2017.09 - 2021.04
IFSAC NFPA 1001 Level I-II - Firefighter Professional Qualifications
Suncrest College
Primary Care Paramedic Certificate Program -
Saskatchewan Polytechnic
High School Diploma -
Dr. Martin LeBoldus High School
- Public Education and Community Risk 3 day course, 05/2024
- Mental Health First Aid, 05/2024
- Incident Command 100, 04/2024
- Basic Life Support renewal, 10/2023
- EMS Transferring, Lifting and Repositioning Training, 10/2023
- ITLS renewal, 09/2023
- Airbrake Endorsement, 01/2023
- PALS Certification, 10/2022
- Basic Life Support renewal, 09/2022
- WHIMIS 2015 renewal, 08/2022
- SCOP Primary Care Paramedic License, 06/2022
- COPR Certificate, 06/2022
- Primary Care Paramedic Certificate, 05/2022
- PEPP, 11/2021
- ITLS, 10/2021
- Basic Life Support and CPR C & AED, 10/2021
- Class 4 Drivers License, 04/2021
- WHIMIS 2015, 03/2021
- Transferring, Lifting and Repositioning Training, 03/2021
- Red Cross First Responder, 01/2020
- Incident Command 100, 10/2019
- Ladder Safety Training, 09/2019
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