Alex Shorter
Cambridge
Summary
Dynamic Emergency Medical Technician with Talbot County Government, skilled in critical decision-making and direct patient care. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective airway management and CPR. Committed to continuous improvement and maintaining high standards in high-pressure environments, ensuring optimal care and safety for all individuals in distress.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Medical Technician
Talbot County Government
Easton, MD
01.2024 - Current
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently assessing and addressing medical emergencies in high-pressure situations.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering appropriate treatments based on thorough assessments of vital signs, physical conditions, and medical histories.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Continuously improved skills through regular training sessions, workshops, conferences, and staying up-to-date on industry best practices.
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Ensured accurate documentation of patient information, assessment findings, interventions performed, and overall condition by completing detailed reports in compliance with legal requirements and industry standards.
Lifeguard
Elks National
Cambridge, MD
05.2020 - 09.2022
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Ensured swimmer safety by vigilantly monitoring pool area and enforcing rules.
- Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.
- Provided friendly customer service to guests and addressed concerns.
- Maintained a clean and safe facility, performing necessary cleaning tasks on a daily basis.
- Attentively monitored swimmers to identify distress.
- Upheld hygiene standards in pool and surrounding area.
- Assisted swimmers in distress using appropriate rescue techniques based on individual needs and circumstances.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cambridge South Dorchester
Cambridge, MD05-2021
Skills
- Basic life support
- CPR and first aid
- Critical decision-making skills
- Airway management
- Bleeding control
- Direct patient care
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Pre-hospital care
Certification
- EMT - Emergency Medical Technician
Timeline
Emergency Medical Technician
Talbot County Government
01.2024 - Current
Lifeguard
Elks National
05.2020 - 09.2022
High School Diploma -
Cambridge South Dorchester