Xander Dixon
Ravenden,AR
Summary
Dedicated EMT-Basic with ProMed Ambulance Service, skilled in critical decision-making and patient assessments. Proven ability to maintain composure in high-pressure situations while effectively triaging patients and providing pre-hospital care. Adept at vital sign monitoring and fostering strong relationships with healthcare teams to enhance patient outcomes.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
EMT-Basic
ProMed Ambulance Service
06.2024 - Current
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Communicated with patients about pain, comfort, and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
- Evaluated patient histories to assess and prioritize levels of care.
- Controlled wounds and injuries en-route to hospitals, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions pre-arrival.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation of treatments to enable tracking history and safeguard information.
- Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
Volunteer Firefighter
Ravenden Volunteer Fire Department
05.2024 - Current
- Assisted in reducing property damage during fires with strategic placement of ladders, hoses, and other firefighting equipment.
- Administered first aid and conducted emergent response management.
- Strengthened firefighter skills through ongoing professional development opportunities such as attending workshops or conferences related to the field.
- Supported strong relationships between the fire department and neighboring agencies through collaborative efforts during multi-unit training simulations.
- Served as a role model to aspiring firefighters through mentorship, training support, and sharing of professional experiences.
Education
Associate of Science - Fire Science
Black River Technical College
Pocahontas, AR05-2026
EMT - EMT
Black River Technical College
Pocahontas, AR05-2024
Skills
- Basic life support
- Vital sign assessment
- Critical decision-making skills
- Patient assessments
- Vital signs monitoring
- Emergency vehicle operation
- Patient evaluations
- CPR and first aid
- Patient transport
- Pre-hospital care
- Multitasking and organization
- Critical thinking
- Compassion and empathy
Accomplishments
Graduated with my EMT and Welding Certificate before graduating high school.
Joined the Ravenden Junior Fire Department when I was 14 years old and graduated out at 18. I now am a full member of the Ravenden Fire Department and assist with teaching the Junior Department.
Affiliations
- Ravenden Volunteer Fire Department
Certification
- EMT - Certified Emergency Medical Technician
Timeline
EMT-Basic
ProMed Ambulance Service
06.2024 - Current
Volunteer Firefighter
Ravenden Volunteer Fire Department
05.2024 - Current
Associate of Science - Fire Science
Black River Technical College
EMT - EMT
Black River Technical College
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