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Matthew Walker

Elkhart

Summary

Dedicated firefighting professional with great leadership, planning and scene management abilities. Talented in keeping crew members at peak performance with continuous training and expert motivational talents. Ready for any challenge and certified in multiple areas.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

EMS Captain

Elkhart Fire Dept.
03.2022 - Current
  • Recognized medical emergencies and made reasonable and acceptable differential diagnoses.
  • Maximized operational readiness by routinely assessing fleet maintenance requirements, ensuring timely repairs or replacements as needed.
  • Maintained high standards of patient care by enforcing strict adherence to protocols and guidelines.
  • Maintained confidentiality and security of health records and medical information.
  • Evaluated and recommended methods of improving operational performance.

Paramedic

Elkhart Fire Dept.
03.2011 - Current
  • Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
  • Delivered compassionate care to patients with a variety of medical emergencies, including cardiac arrests, traumas, strokes, and respiratory distress.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments, treatments, and interventions.
  • Worked en-route to hospital to prepare patients for arrival or surgery and control wounds.

Firefighter

Elkhart Fire Dept.
03.2007 - Current
  • Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, administering CPR and first aid as needed.
  • Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
  • Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
  • Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.

Education

Diploma of Auto Mechanics - Automotive Repair

Northwestern Auto/Diesel Collage
Lima, OH
08.1997

High School Diploma -

Constantine High School
Constantine, MI
06.1996

Skills

  • Incident Command
  • Advanced Life Support
  • Health Promotion
  • Injury Prevention
  • Critical Thinking

Timeline

EMS Captain

Elkhart Fire Dept.
03.2022 - Current

Paramedic

Elkhart Fire Dept.
03.2011 - Current

Firefighter

Elkhart Fire Dept.
03.2007 - Current

Diploma of Auto Mechanics - Automotive Repair

Northwestern Auto/Diesel Collage

High School Diploma -

Constantine High School

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