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Austin T Cox

Orange

Summary

Highly motivated Firefighter with in-depth knowledge of incident command and structure. Thinks quickly under pressure and remains calm in stressful situations. Offering 2 years of experience in efficiently responding to fire and EMS alarms. Proficient performing emergency diagnostic and treatment procedures. I enjoy the outdoors and advancing my education to become a better healthcare provider. I’m very detail oriented and dedicated to my work.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Forestry Technician

United States Forest Service
03.2024 - Current
  • Reduced wildfire damage to property by employing effective structure protection measures.
  • Increased operational efficiency with thorough pre-season equipment maintenance and inspection routines.
  • Maintained readiness for rapid response by ensuring timely completion of required training certifications and qualifications updates.
  • Upheld high standards of professionalism while interacting with the public during prescribed burns or emergency situations.
  • Optimized firefighter performance through active participation in daily physical training sessions designed to maintain endurance levels.
  • Ensured prompt medical care for injured crew members by providing first aid support when necessary.
  • Assisted with regular maintenance of firefighting equipment.
  • Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds, and stations for proper order and condition.

Patient Transporter

Mission Hospital Mission Viejo
09.2023 - 02.2024
  • Transported patients to testing and treatment units, operating rooms and other areas using moveable beds, wheelchairs, and stretchers.
  • Warmly greeted patients and visitors and made each feel welcome.
  • Assisted patients in moving out of beds, wheelchairs, stretchers, or medical transport vans.
  • Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
  • Provided physical support to patients through diverse types of mobility assistance.

Operating Room Assistant

Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian
10.2022 - 06.2023
  • Participated in OR suite turnaround procedures such as cleaning and case cart management.
  • Adhered to universal precautions, applying aseptic techniques to operating room equipment and personnel.
  • Passed instruments and other sterile supplies to surgeons.
  • Verified compliance with sterile field protocols, immediately reporting breaches to surgical tech during procedures.
  • Monitored patients' vital signs.
  • Opened and distributed sterile supplies during medical procedures.
  • Quickly responded to emergency situations during procedures with life-saving aid.
  • Delivered direct care to patients under supervision of charge nurse
  • Obtained Vital Signs in a timely manner
  • Gowned and gloved staff to help team prepare for surgeries

Firefighter

Frenchtown Rural Fire District
08.2020 - 12.2021
  • Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
  • Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
  • Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
  • Stabilized and lifted patients with backboard and cot.
  • Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
  • Notified fire dispatchers to detail difficulties encountered, request additional firefighters and obtain emergency supplies.
  • Led team in fighting fires and exercised considerable judgment in deciding best way to extinguish based on type of fuel and environment.
  • Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques
  • Trained new firefighters to comply with safety protocols and equipment usage
  • Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading
  • Participated in community outreach programs to raise awareness of fire prevention and safety measures.

Education

No Degree - Emergency Medicine

SoCal EMT And Fire Training
San Bernardino, CA
09.2024

Firefighting - Fire Service

Montana State University - Great Falls College of Technology
Helena, MT
12.2020

High School Diploma -

El Modena High School
Orange, CA
06.2018

Skills

  • Nursing Assistance
  • HIPAA Requirements
  • Mental Health Support
  • Excellent Teamwork
  • Cross-Departmental Teamwork
  • Emergency Response Procedures
  • Surgical Team Assistance
  • Aseptic and Sterilization Techniques
  • Equipment Monitoring
  • Setting Up Equipment
  • Room Turnover
  • Operating Room Preparations
  • Patient Transportation
  • Patient Positioning
  • Fire suppression

Certification


  • Incident Command systems 100
  • Incident Command Systems 200
  • Incident Command Systems 700
  • Incident Command Systems 800
  • Basic Life Support BLS
  • Firefighter Type 2
  • Firefighter Type 1
  • Stop the bleed certificate
  • IFFSAC/ Pro Board Accredited Firefighter 1
  • Red Card for 2024 Fire Season

Timeline

Forestry Technician

United States Forest Service
03.2024 - Current

Patient Transporter

Mission Hospital Mission Viejo
09.2023 - 02.2024

Operating Room Assistant

Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian
10.2022 - 06.2023

Firefighter

Frenchtown Rural Fire District
08.2020 - 12.2021

No Degree - Emergency Medicine

SoCal EMT And Fire Training

Firefighting - Fire Service

Montana State University - Great Falls College of Technology

High School Diploma -

El Modena High School

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