Paramedic Resume Examples

Paramedic Resume Sample

Fred H. Jamerson

Address: 4147 Prosper Road, Sacramento, CA.
Phone: (916) 878 9134
Email: [email protected]
Current Job: Paramedic; St. Vincent Hospital, Sacramento, CA.

Objective Statement

Experienced Paramedic with valid NREMT license is interested in becoming a Paramedic for Fast Track First Responders. I have been doing this for 7 years because I love helping people recover from accidents.

Strengths/Special Skills

• NREMT licensed Paramedic in the state of California
• Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology
• Physically-Fit
• Exceptional communication skills
• Ability to perform during crisis situations
• Compassionate

Certifications

• EMT Basic Training, American Red Cross
• Passed, National Registered Paramedics examinations
• Passed, Advanced EMT Training, NREMT

Work Experience

Paramedic – 2016 to Present
Saint Vincent Hospital; Sacramento, CA.

Responsibilities:

• Respond to emergency calls right away.
• Drive the ambulance to the site of the accident on certain situations.
• Assess the condition of the patient right away.
• Communicate with the patient to get as many details about the accident as possible.
• Perform the necessary procedures to alleviate the patient’s condition.
• Contact the emergency room and give details of the incoming patient.
• Immobilize the patient and transfer to the stretcher.
• Transport the patient to Saint Vincent.
• Administer intravenous fluids and other medications as needed.

Paramedic – 2013 to 2016
Gateway City Emergency Team; Sacramento, CA

Responsibilities

• Respond to emergency calls originating from communities within Gateway City.
• Perform first-aid and other forms of emergency procedures at the residence of the patient.
• Transport the patient to Saint Vincent Hospital Emergency Room, if required by the situation.
• Review the medical history of the patient.
• Extract information about the incident or the medical condition of the patient.
• Contact the attending physician of the patient and provide a report on the current situation.

Education

College
Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology
Sacramento City College
Sacramento, CA
2008 to 2012

High School
Saint Francis High School
Sacramento, CA
2004 to 2008

Paramedic Supervisor Resume Sample

Name: Fernando Carrillo

Address: Catonsville, MD 21228

Phone: (202) 229-4768

Email: [email protected]

Current job: Paramedic Supervisor at Windmoor Healthcare of Clearwater

Objective

I have been a Paramedic Supervisor for the past 10 years and have a long track record of success. I have a successful leadership style and am able to work with a positive attitude in a demanding environment. I am well-versed in all aspects of paramedicine and can provide life-saving techniques and ensure patient safety. I am a natural leader and am able to provide direction to my subordinates.

Work Experience

Paramedic Supervisor, 2018 – present
Conemaugh Meyersdale Medical Center

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supervise Emergency Medical Technicians and Paramedics to ensure they are completing their responsibilities effectively
• Follow company policies and procedures to ensure compliance
• Monitor the quality of care given in the field to ensure that services are being provided in accordance with current standards
• Provide feedback to employees, handle employee grievances, and occasionally discipline employees
• Review work schedules and assign schedules as necessary
• Order and maintain supplies for field personnel
• Develop and update policies, procedures, and systems

Paramedic Supervisor, 2014 – 2018

Colquitt Regional Medical Center

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage a team of paramedics
• Supervise paramedic staff at the scene and in the hospital
• Set and enforce safety standards and practices
• Oversee the paramedic’s performance
• Maintain paramedic readiness
• Guide paramedic to excellence
• Hire, train, and evaluate other paramedics
• Maintain knowledge of relevant regulations, protocols, and policies
• Ensure safety procedures are followed

Paramedic Supervisor, 2012 – 2014

Windmoor Healthcare of Clearwater

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Interpret, organize and disseminate information on emergency medical dispatches
• Plan and implement administrative, personnel and operational activities
• Manage all resources ensuring effective, efficient and economical operations
• Prepare and maintain records of emergency medical dispatches to be available for public inspection
• Direct the activities of emergency medical dispatches to be available for public inspection
• Supervise the personnel who operate the emergency medical dispatches
• Train personnel in emergency medical dispatches

Skills

• Emergency Medical Responder
• Problem-solving
• Practical skills
• Computer skills
• Time Management
• Dealing with Difficult People
• Conflict Resolution Techniques
• Understanding of the Law

Paramedic Instructor Resume Sample

Name: Dillon Gamble

Address: Wilmington, MA 01887

Phone: (255) 366-3736

Email: [email protected]

Current job: Paramedic Instructor at Aventura Hospital Medical Center

Objective

I am a licensed Paramedic with over 10 years of experience in the field. I have a passion for teaching and believe that I would be a great addition to your company.

I am looking for reliable employment as a Paramedic Instructor. I am experienced in all aspects of the job, including CPR, First Aid, and AED. My knowledge of anatomy and physiology will help me to better instruct students. Please consider me for this position.

Work Experience

Paramedic Instructor, 2018 – present
Conemaugh Miners Medical Center

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Design and create training curriculum for Paramedics
• Create and maintain a training schedule for all employees
• Train employees in all aspects of Paramedicine
• Create and update learning materials for the company
• Conduct continuing education courses for Paramedics and EMS professionals
• Conduct research on best practices in Paramedic training
• Develop and maintain a list of continuing education providers
• Attend conferences related to teaching EMS professionals
• Work with township supervisors to

Paramedic Instructor, 2014 – 2018

Southern Regional Medical Center

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Train and supervise students, faculty, and staff in classroom, lab, and clinical settings
• Plan and manage all student learning activities to include lectures, laboratory experiments, and clinical rotations
• Provide feedback and constructive criticism to students on their performance in the classroom, lab, and clinical settings
• Maintain a safe work environment for all students and staff members
• Maintain a positive attitude with students and staff

Paramedic Instructor, 2012 – 2014

Aventura Hospital Medical Center

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Use the ambulance to transport patients.
• Prepare and administer medications to patients on the scene of an emergency.
• Treat patients with various medical emergencies.
• Identify, evaluate, and document patient conditions.
• Prepare patients for transport to a hospital or other medical facility.
• Maintain accurate records of the responding unit’s activities.
• Prepare and teach courses in medical courses such as CPR and first aid.
• Test students for proficiency in knowledge

Skills

• Knowledge of EMS, EMT, and firefighter protocols
• Knowledge of CPR and first-aid techniques and AEDs (Automated External Defibrillators)
• Skills in teaching people how to use CPR, an AED and emergency response techniques

Paramedic Firefighter Resume Sample

Name: Santino Pittman

Address: Westwood, NJ 07675

Phone: (994) 506-3006

Email: [email protected]

Current job: Paramedic Firefighter at Fort Walton Beach Medical Center

Objective

I am a Paramedic Firefighter who is currently in need of a new job. I have the skills and determination to exceed the expectations of this position. I am available to begin work as soon as an interview is scheduled.

I have over 10 years of experience in the medical field and have a lot of experience in the field of emergency services. I believe that my skills and qualifications will make me a perfect fit for this Paramedic Firefighter position.

Work Experience

Paramedic Firefighter, 2018 – present
Conemaugh Nason Medical Center

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Respond to emergency medical calls, perform emergency medical care and provide lifesaving interventions such as CPR or airway management.
• Operate an ambulance to transport patients to a hospital.
• Transport patients by wheelchair, stretcher, or pneumatic stretcher.
• Provide emergency medical care in the field

Paramedic Firefighter, 2014 – 2018

St. Mary’s Sacred Heart Hospital

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide medical care at the scene of an emergency and transport patients to hospitals
• Provide first aid to people who are injured or become sick at the scene of an accident
• Respond to and deal with fires, natural disasters, and other emergencies
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor
• Drive various vehicles, including fire trucks and ambulances
• Clean equipment and vehicles, including fire trucks and ambulances
• Maintain equipment and vehicles

Paramedic Firefighter, 2012 – 2014

Fort Walton Beach Medical Center

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist in the performance of emergency and non-emergency medical care to ill, injured, and traumatized people.
• Manage fires and hazardous materials emergencies.
• Respond to accidents and natural disasters such as hurricanes, tornadoes, earthquakes, and floods.
• Provide emergency medical care and transport patients to medical facilities.
• Respond to medical emergencies such as fires, natural disasters, motor vehicle accidents, and medical emergencies in residential homes or communities.

Skills

• Experience in emergency medical care
• Experience in firefighting, including truck, engine and squad operations
• Possess knowledge of CPR and first aid techniques
• Ability to stand on feet and move around for prolonged periods of time
• Ability to lift, push, pull and carry heavy objects
• Able to work in adverse weather conditions
• Able to work in tight spaces and climb ladders
• Highly skilled at driving

Travel Paramedic Resume Sample

Name: Emerson Livingston

Address: New Hyde Park, NY 11040

Phone: (810) 687-4371

Email: [email protected]

Current job: Travel Paramedic at Jackson South Community Hospital

Objective

As a Travel Paramedic, I have the experience to provide timely and safe patient care in a variety of situations. I am an experienced paramedic that has an excellent work ethic, great communication skills, and a strong work history. I would love the opportunity to work with a company that values my skills and that I can contribute to.

Work Experience

Travel Paramedic, 2018 – present
Crichton Rehabilitation Center

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide prehospital care to patients in rural and suburban communities
• Provide public education, outreach, and disease prevention services
• Work as part of an interdisciplinary team to provide excellent patient care
• Transport patients to the hospital
• Work with other first responders to provide care
• Provide EMS training and prepare people for emergencies
• Perform resuscitation and other medical procedures
• Work with a wide range of medical equipment and tools, including an ambulance

Travel Paramedic, 2014 – 2018

Tanner Medical Center Carrollton

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide emergency care to people who need urgent medical attention
• Provide ongoing care to patients during transport
• Provide pre-hospital care to patients who need emergency medical treatment but are not in acute distress
• Document and communicate patient medical histories, including medical conditions and allergies, to ambulance paramedics and hospital emergency room staff
• Prepare and administer advanced life support medications
• Provide prehospital emergency care including cardiopulmonary resuscitation, airway management, and defibrillation

Travel Paramedic, 2012 – 2014

Jackson South Community Hospital

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Gather and review medical histories of patients to assess their needs
• Provide transportation for patients in need of medical care
• Administer emergency treatment at the site of an accident
• Provide first aid to accident victims
• Transport patients from one medical facility to another
• Assist in delivering babies and perform other duties as necessary

Skills

• Knowledge of basic medical terminology and other medical knowledge
• Knowledge of CPR, first aid, and emergency procedures
• Ability to lift, carry, and move patients
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge of radio communications equipment
• Ability to work long hours and shifts
• Ability to work on a team
• Ability to provide patient care in an emergency situation

Flight Paramedic Resume Sample

Name: Cornelius Perkins

Address: Saint Augustine, FL 32084

Phone: (623) 903-7123

Email: [email protected]

Current job: Flight Paramedic at Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital

Objective

I am a certified Flight Paramedic with a degree in Emergency Management and Public Health. I am seeking a position as a Flight Paramedic where I can use my knowledge and experience to help others.

Work Experience

Flight Paramedic, 2018 – present
Crozer-Chester Medical Center

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide skilled medical care under emergency conditions
• Assist with the extrication and stabilization of injured and ill customers
• Provide some non-emergency medical care to customers
• Educate customers on the effects of altitude
• Assist with the loading and unloading of passengers and cargo
• Operate a variety of medical equipment such as oxygen tanks, defibrillators, IVs, stretchers, wheelchairs, and more
• Help resolve serious customer

Flight Paramedic, 2014 – 2018

Tanner Medical Center Villa Rica

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide medical care including but not limited to:
• Treating, transporting and stabilizing patients
• Administering patient care through medications and intravenous therapy, including blood products
• Transporting the patient to a hospital or other medical facility
• Providing pre-hospital care to a variety of patients
• Assisting other medical personnel at the scene of an emergency or disaster
• Performing trauma assessments
• Assisting physicians by preparing equipment and maintaining medical records

Flight Paramedic, 2012 – 2014

Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide medical care to all patients and ensure that they are transported safely to the nearest hospital
• Treat and stabilize trauma wounds and life-threatening illnesses
• Transport patients to the hospital by using a stretcher, helicopter, ambulance, or other means
• Contact emergency services and explain the situation when necessary
• Assess patients’ condition and administer life-saving procedures when necessary
• Operate a helicopter in order to transport patients from hard-to-reach places

Skills

• Able to fly a helicopter
• Perform CPR
• Administer medication
• Administer oxygen
• Perform blood transfusions
• Knowledgeable of the medical instrumentation of a helicopter
• Able to read and interpret medical charts
• Knowledgeable of various medical procedures
• Able to use a variety of medical equipment

How To Write A Good Paramedic Resume

When writing your resume, keep the recruiter in mind. How would you impress him? Likewise, how would you make his job easier? After all, recruiters go through hundreds of resumes every day.

To write a good Paramedic resume, always focus on quality over quantity. It’s not the amount of information you share but its overall value to your objective – to be hired as the new Paramedic.

Use the Combination Format

This may be a surprise for some of you who have been using the more popular reverse-chronological format in your earlier resumes.

With a profession that requires professional licensure and certification, the Combination format offers 2 advantages.

• The Combination format uses the key feature of the Functional format which is to highlight your technical qualifications by placing them in the top third section of the resume.
• You still present your Work Experience section in the reverse-chronological format whereby you lead-off from your current or most recent experience.

Thus, by using the Combination as your resume format, you accomplish both objectives. First, you confirm your qualifications as a Paramedic. And second, you are still able to highlight your extensive work experience.

With the Combination, the sections of your resume will be arranged in this order:

• Contact Information
• Objective Statement
• Strengths
• Certifications/Professional License
• Work Experience
• Education
• Seminars Attended

Make Your Resume Easy to Read

Keep the recruiter in mind when you’re thinking about the type of font for your resume.

His eyes could be tired or strained from reviewing a lot of resumes. Don’t make his job harder by choosing a style and size of the font that will give him a migraine.

• Use a professional-looking font style such as Arial, Calibri, and Cambria.
• Font size 12 to 14 makes your text easy to read.
• Organize your key information with the use of bullet points.

Keep it Short

As we mentioned at the start of this section, the quality of information over quantity:

• Include only relevant information.
• Keep your sentences short but direct to the point.
• Stay to a single page – unless you’ve been a Paramedic for more than 10 years.

Personal Interests? Why Not?

No one really puts a “Personal Interests” section anymore in a resume because the information is not really relevant to the job you are applying for.

However, a “Personal Interests” section could help your application if it includes information that’s relevant to the demands of the job.

For example, as a Paramedic, you should be physically fit.

If your hobbies and interests include physically-demanding activities such as weight-lifting, mountain climbing, and gymnastics, sharing this information in a “Personal Interests” section could give your application a boost.

Paramedic Skills List

With the lives of people in your hands, there are specific skills and abilities that a Paramedic must possess. To get the recruiter interested, you must have these qualifications in your Paramedic skills list.

Proper Training as a Paramedic

If you completed a four-year course in a Science-related field, you still need to go through proper training as a Paramedic. A typical Paramedic course includes the following subjects:

• Fundamentals of Emergency Medical Technology
• Trauma Management
• Emergency Pharmacology
• Basic Cardiology
• Airway Management
• Treatment of Special-Needs Patients

Acquire a Professional License and Certifications as a Paramedic

As a Paramedic, you will be required to take and pass a national or state exam. In the United States, paramedics and Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) are mandated to take exams issued by the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT).

A prerequisite for the national exam is the completion of a Paramedic training course from an accredited agency.

Acquire Advanced Paramedic Training

To be clear, you don’t have to take advanced Paramedic training to get hired. But completing additional and advanced training will certainly add more value to your resume.

Also, if you are an EMT who wants to transition to a career as a Paramedic, we recommend that you complete advanced Paramedic training.

Physical Fitness

Physically-lifting and moving incapacitated patients, carrying heavy medical equipment, and maintaining long hours that can be unpredictable is an ideal job for those who are in tip-top shape.

You have to be physically fit to become a Paramedic. If you are frequently out-of-breath, dealing with chronic pain, or cannot adjust to the demands of the job, you may end up compromising the health and safety of your patients.

Ideal Soft Skills for a Paramedic

You may have completed the requisite training and passed the licensing exams but do you have what it takes to become a Paramedic?

By this we mean, do you have the right attitude or soft skills to become an effective Paramedic?

Here’s a list of the ideal soft skills or personality attributes for a Paramedic:

• Critical-thinking
• Decision-making ability
• Ability to handle pressure situations
• Creative solution-maker
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Compassionate
• Empathetic
• Positive disposition

Paramedic Duties And Responsibilities For The Work Experience Section

Recruiters are particularly interested in the Paramedic Work Experience section because they want to know one thing:

How well do you know your job as a Paramedic?

You can be sure that hundreds of paramedics are applying for job openings every day. If you want to stay ahead of the competition, you have to put more thought and effort into the duties and responsibilities for your work experience section.

Be Unique

Did you work for 2 employers as a Paramedic?

The duties and responsibilities may be similar but don’t be tempted to copy and paste one description to another. Recruiters don’t like that. It shows a lack of effort and creativity – 2 important soft skills for a Paramedic.

Think of “A Day in the Life” Approach

Another way to present your duties and responsibilities in the work experience section is to describe them as a day in your life as a Paramedic.

The advantage of this is that the recruiter will know right away you are proficient in your job as a Paramedic.

Here’s an example:

• Check the operating condition of the ambulance and equipment.
• Perform troubleshooting and repairs, if necessary.
• Respond immediately to emergency situations.
• Attend to the patient’s needs right away.
• Assess the condition of the patient.
• Perform emergency first-aid treatment, if warranted.
• Call-in the situation to the hospital.
• Assist in transferring the patient to the stretcher.
• Transport the patient to the Emergency Room.
• Connect the patient to the necessary equipment.
• Administer medicines and the required fluids.
• Provide details of the patient’s condition to the attending doctor or nurse.
• Prepare the necessary reports.

Keep Your Job Descriptions Short

As you have read in the previous number, we kept the job descriptions short – but concise. They are very easy to read and understand while at the same time, the descriptions cover the key aspects of the Paramedic’s job.

Use the Right Verbs

You will also notice the use of the right or appropriate verbs. Choosing the right verbs helps create imagery and encourages the reader to continue reviewing your resume.

Other verbs you can use include:

• Contact
• Monitor
• Dress
• Help
• Evaluate
• Conduct
• Report
• Operate
• Drive
• Collaborate
• Coordinate
• Analyze

Entry Level Paramedic Resume

Hospitals, first-responder agencies, and other organizations involved in healthcare will welcome an entry-level Paramedic resume as long as you meet the qualifications.

Here are our top 3 tips on how to make your entry-level Paramedic resume stand out:

1. Tailor-Fit Your Resume – Review the job ad and note down the specific requirements for the Paramedic. You don’t have to check off the entire list but highlight the ones that you have complied with.
2. Use the Functional Format – If you don’t have enough work experience, use the functional format to showcase the skills and training you acquired to become a Paramedic.With the functional format, the sections of your resume will be arranged this way:Contact Information
   Objective Statement
   Strengths
   Certifications/Professional License
   Seminars Attended/Advanced Paramedic Training Courses
   Education
   Work Experience
   Personal Interests
3. No Errors – Coming across errors in spelling and grammar in your resume will leave a bad impression on the recruiter. These are warning signs that the applicant may be irresponsible and meticulous.If you are sloppy handling your resume – what more of the patients? Review your resume thoroughly and make sure there are no spelling and grammatical errors.

Be patient with the job hunt. Remember, there is a demand for Paramedics. If the calls are slow in coming in, keep yourself busy by learning new skills that are valuable for the Paramedic possession. Always update your resume whenever you complete new courses or advanced training seminars.