Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Firefighter
Greenstone Fire Department
Geraldton, Ontario
01.2008 - Current
Experienced firefighter who currently holds a Captain position with Greenstone Fire
Responds safely to emergency 911 fire calls at various locations such as highways, lumber mills, residential addresses, businesses, mines, etc.
Ongoing risk assessments
Developed the ability to provide and accept concise instructions, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and safely
Extinguish fires and operate rescue equipment
Rescue and/or extricate victims from dangerous situations such as burning buildings and motor vehicle collisions
Participate in regular fire drills and training sessions
Protect citizens during emergencies
Operate a two-way radio, and collaborate with other first responders
Drive fire apparatus in emergency situations when required
Participate in mock disasters to ensure responders are trained for crisis response
Ensure equipment is cleaned and put away after each response and ready for service
Provide training to new recruits
Perform the role of Incident Command when required
Paramedic
Superior North EMS
Geraldton, Ontario
07.2005 - Current
Perform daily vehicle checks
Respond to 911 medical and highway accidents calls with a quick response time
Administer pre-hospital emergency medical care to patients with injuries or medical illnesses and transport them to hospital
Assess extent of injuries to determine emergency medical care, utilizing proper techniques for first aid and patient stabilization
Work efficiently and make quick and concise decisions
Remain calm and reassure patient(s) and family in stressful situations
Collaborate with ambulance dispatchers, hospital staff, police, firefighters, family members, collect relevant information
Document and complete reports noting nature of injuries, illness and treatment
Excellent observation skills and keen attention to detail
Train new ambulance personnel
Participate in mock disasters to ensure community is ready for any emergency situations
Covid Tester
Greenstone Family Health Team
Geraldton, Ontario
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Performed Covid-19 testing during the pandemic
Education
Associate of Arts - Paramedicine
Confederation College of Applied Arts And Technology
Thunder Bay, None
05.2006
Skills
Leadership
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Timeline
Covid Tester
Greenstone Family Health Team
01.2020 - 01.2021
Firefighter
Greenstone Fire Department
01.2008 - Current
Paramedic
Superior North EMS
07.2005 - Current
Associate of Arts - Paramedicine
Confederation College of Applied Arts And Technology
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