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Brian Silvester

KAMLOOPS,British Columbia

Summary

Forward-thinking Manager with comprehensive experience implementing new processes and managing and planning innovations. Bringing outstanding problem-solving and abilities paired with in-depth knowledge of policies and procedures. Polished in evaluating employee performance and overseeing key projects.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Manager - Clinical Operations

BC Emergency Health Services
KAMLOOPS, British Columbia
04.2015 - Current
  • Worked with Royal Inland Hospital leadership to reduce hospital offload delays such that these are no longer an issue.
  • Resolved conflicts between employees by providing guidance on company policies and procedures.
  • Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
  • Held regular one-on-one meetings with Unit Chiefs to review performance and priorities and provide feedback.

Manager - Clinical Operations

Northwest EMS
Kenora, ON
06.2005 - 04.2015
  • Implemented new technologies to streamline operations, reduce costs, and improve employee satisfaction.
  • Lead on building design and project oversight for new ambulance station build.
  • Delivered reports to the Board of Directors on various operational initiatives.
  • Lead for selection and implementation of new electronic PCR project.

Flight Paramedic

Ornge
Kenora, ON
07.2006 - 09.2013
  • Advanced Care Flight Paramedic
  • Worked as part of a team in delivering rotary-wing scene call response as well as interfacility transfers.
  • Ongoing training in crew resource management.
  • Ongoing underwater escape as well as wilderness survival training.

Advanced Care Paramedic

Medstar EMS
Kananaskis, AB
04.2003 - 06.2004
  • Assessed, treated and stabilized patients with life-threatening medical conditions in the pre-hospital setting.
  • Performed rapid-sequence intubation, chest decompression and critical medication interventions.
  • Maintained patient records, wrote reports on incidents and completed required paperwork accurately.
  • Communicated effectively with physicians, nurses and other healthcare personnel regarding patient condition during transfer process.

Paramedic/Fire Fighter

Cochrane Fire/EMS
Cochrane, AB
03.2000 - 05.2004
  • Assessed and treated patients with medical emergencies such as cardiac arrest, shock, trauma, respiratory distress and intoxication.
  • Maintained firefighting equipment, including hoses and ladders, on a daily basis.
  • Provided educational presentations regarding fire prevention techniques to local schools and businesses.
  • Participated in training drills and exercises to maintain proficiency in fire suppression tactics.

Education

Diploma - Advanced Care Paramedic

Southern Alberta School of Technology
Calgary, AB
05-2003

Diploma - Emergency Medical Technician

Lifeskil Risk & Rescue
Calgary, AB
04-2000

Associate of Applied Science - Criminology

Mount Royal University
Calgary, AB
05-1992

High School Diploma -

Sir Winston Churchill High School
Calgary, AB
06-1989

Skills

  • Strategic Planning
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Time Management
  • Staff Training and Development
  • Team Leadership
  • Complex Problem-Solving

Timeline

Manager - Clinical Operations

BC Emergency Health Services
04.2015 - Current

Flight Paramedic

Ornge
07.2006 - 09.2013

Manager - Clinical Operations

Northwest EMS
06.2005 - 04.2015

Advanced Care Paramedic

Medstar EMS
04.2003 - 06.2004

Paramedic/Fire Fighter

Cochrane Fire/EMS
03.2000 - 05.2004

Diploma - Advanced Care Paramedic

Southern Alberta School of Technology

Diploma - Emergency Medical Technician

Lifeskil Risk & Rescue

Associate of Applied Science - Criminology

Mount Royal University

High School Diploma -

Sir Winston Churchill High School

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