MICHELE COPPINGER
Mississauga,ON
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Experience working with different tools and equipment. Experience and training with Health and Safety Standards. Valid class "G" driver's license. Ample experience engaging and communicating with the public.
Overview
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Certification
Work History
Advanced Care Paramedic
City of Toronto
2001 - 2022
- Assessed, treated and stabilized patients with life-threatening medical conditions in the pre-hospital setting.
- Maintained patient records, wrote reports on incidents and completed required paperwork accurately.
- Administered drugs according to established protocols while ensuring safety of patient at all times.
- Participated in continuing education programs designed to improve knowledge base related to area of specialty.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on all EMS vehicles including inspecting tires, brakes, fluids levels.
- Monitored patient's condition en route to hospital and collaborated with interested parties, including firefighters, doctors and police officers.
- Undertook daily inventory responsibility, accountability and functioning of equipment, vehicle safety checks, supplies and medications.
Airframe Technician
Canadian Armed Forces
Ottawa
1985 - 1999
- Inspected and tested aircraft systems to ensure proper operation and compliance with applicable regulations.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures to locate source of malfunctions.
- Utilized hand and power tools to detect and repair aircraft malfunctions and damages.
Skills
- Excellent time management
- Critical thinker with strong problem-solving skills
- Strong listening and communication skills
- Intermediate computer proficiency
- Willing to learn and expand on skill set
Certification
- First Aid Intermediate, St. John Ambulance 2023
- CPR, Heart & Stroke Foundation 2022
- ALS Paramedic, Toronto EMS & Ministry of Health 2005
- Paramedic Diploma, Humber College 2001
- Medic Training, Canadian Armed Forces 1998
- QL5 Airfram Technician, Canadian Armed Forces 1988
Volunteer Experience
- Red Cross Meals on Wheels delivery driver - present
- Park Cleanup Mississauga - present
- Plan Canada mailroom - 2003-2005
- Fundraising United Way - 1994-2004
Timeline
Advanced Care Paramedic
City of Toronto
2001 - 2022
Airframe Technician
Canadian Armed Forces
1985 - 1999