Zachary Ostrowski
Scottdale
Summary
Dynamic Emergency Medical Technician with extensive experience at Fayette EMS and Mutual Aid EMS, excelling in critical decision-making and patient stabilization. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective triaging and basic life support techniques. Committed to continuous improvement and collaboration with healthcare teams to deliver exceptional pre-hospital care in high-pressure environments. Four years experience in both IFT and 911 response areas. Worked with a variety of levels, including Advanced EMT's and Paramedics. Participated in an Advanced EMT Program, gaining experience in further patient assessment and treatment.
Experienced with emergency medical care, patient assessment, and on-scene stabilization. Utilizes quick decision-making and efficient treatment strategies to ensure patient safety. Knowledge of emergency protocols and procedures ensures high standards of care in critical situations.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Medical Technician
Mutual Aid EMS
01.2021 - Current
- Administered emergency medical care to patients in critical situations.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure effective patient transport and treatment.
- Monitored vital signs and documented patient conditions during transport.
- Operated advanced life support equipment to stabilize patients en route to hospitals.
- Trained junior EMTs on protocols, equipment use, and patient care techniques.
- Conducted thorough assessments of scene safety before initiating patient care.
- Implemented best practices for infection control during emergency responses.
- Enhanced response times by optimizing communication processes within the team.
- 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.
- Continuously improved skills through regular training sessions, workshops, conferences, and staying up-to-date on industry best practices.
- 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.
- Maintained a safe environment for all involved parties by adhering to strict safety measures during emergency situations.
- Controlled wounds and injuries en-route to hospitals, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions pre-arrival.
- Ensured ongoing compliance with local, state, and federal regulations governing EMS through adherence to policies, procedures, and guidelines.
- Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
- Enhanced equipment readiness by rigorously inspecting, maintaining, and restocking ambulance supplies and tools as needed.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation of treatments to enable tracking history and safeguard information.
- Increased team efficiency by collaborating with paramedics, firefighters, and other emergency personnel to provide seamless emergency care to patients.
- Administered emergency medication to patients, quickly responding to changes in conditions and medication reactions.
- Streamlined patient assessment process by quickly determining chief complaints and prioritizing treatment interventions based on severity.
- Trained EMTs in basic life support skills, oxygen therapy, and wound care.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by providing mentorship and support to new EMTs entering the field.
- Utilized oxygen tanks, EKG and Monitors to perform various medical procedures.
- Adapted to challenging and diverse environments, from urban settings to remote areas, ensuring high-quality care regardless of location.
- Streamlined patient handoff procedures with hospital staff, reducing wait times and improving patient flow.
- Evaluated patient histories to assess and prioritize levels of care.
- Communicated with patients about pain, comfort, and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
- Transported patients to medical facilities and provided transportation to follow-up appointments.
- Immobilized patient for placement on stretcher and ambulance transport.
- Handled patient transfers from one medical facility to another.
- Responded to 911 calls for medical emergencies.
- Administered CPR, oxygen and other life-saving medical treatments.
- Assisted with lifting and moving patients.
Emergency Medical Technician Basic
Fayette EMS
08.2021 - 01.2025
- Assessed patient conditions and prioritized care based on urgency.
- Administered basic life support techniques during emergency situations.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure effective patient transfer.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments and interventions.
- Operated medical equipment including defibrillators and oxygen delivery systems.
- Participated in continuous training to enhance emergency response skills.
- Communicated clearly with patients and families to provide reassurance and information.
- Communicated effectively with dispatchers, relaying vital information about patient conditions and incident locations for timely responses.
- Assisted paramedics in advanced procedures, contributing to successful treatment outcomes for patients.
- Communicated with patients about pain, comfort, and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Monitored vital signs continuously throughout transports, identifying subtle changes that could indicate a worsening condition or potential complications requiring intervention by more qualified medical personnel.
- Documented accurate patient care reports, maintaining comprehensive records for future reference by healthcare professionals.
- Assisted with equipment inventory checks and restocking supplies as needed, guaranteeing that all necessary tools were readily available for efficient response times.
- Operated emergency vehicles safely and efficiently, adhering to traffic regulations while prioritizing the well-being of patients during transport.
- Coordinated with hospital staff upon arrival at medical facilities, ensuring a smooth transition of care from prehospital providers to definitive treatment teams.
- Conducted thorough assessments of patient conditions, utilizing critical thinking skills to determine optimal courses of action.
- Prepared patients for transport by securing them appropriately using stretchers or other immobilization devices when necessary.
- Followed pre-printed and map-based directions to locate sites and maintained awareness of changes in roadways or points of access.
- Remained up to date with current standards of care, equipment functions and certifications, licenses and registrations.
- Participated in ongoing training sessions and workshops, staying up-to-date on best practices in emergency medical care.
- Enhanced patient care by providing immediate medical attention and stabilizing life-threatening conditions during emergencies.
- Completed and submitted field care report, patient billing and trip ticket and daily driver unit checkout form to facilitate record-keeping requirements.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Protected self and others to prevent risk of communicable diseases and comply with safety regulations and procedures.
- Performed CPR on unresponsive patients, increasing survival rates in critical situations.
- Responded to emergencies by choosing route, observing traffic conditions and avoiding dangerous situations by maintaining communications with dispatcher.
- Evaluated patient histories to assess and prioritize levels of care.
- Utilized communication devices to maintain contact with supervisors.
- Trained new EMTs on proper protocols and procedures.
- Transported patients to medical facilities and provided transportation to follow-up appointments.
- Responded to 911 calls for medical emergencies.
- Handled patient transfers from one medical facility to another.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
Education
High School Diploma -
Connellsville Area High School
Connellsville, PASkills
- Basic life support
- CPR and first aid
- Critical decision-making skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Vital sign assessment
- Pre-hospital care
- Bleeding control
- Airway management
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Patient transport
- Patient stabilization
- Patient management
- Supply restocking
- Ambulance driving
- Behavioral emergencies
- Diabetic emergencies
- Respiratory emergencies
- Emergency patient triage
- Spinal immobilization
- Safe driving
- Triaging
- Fracture stabilization
- Stroke management
- Patient evaluations
- Accident response
- Medication administration
- Cardiac monitoring
- Allergic reactions
- Indirect patient care
- Patient care
Certification
- Pennsylvania DOH Certified Emergency Medical Technician
- Pennsylvania State Fire Academy Hazmat Awareness
- AHA BLS CPR
- NREMT Certified Emergency Medical Technician
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Emergency Medical Technician Basic
Fayette EMS
08.2021 - 01.2025
Emergency Medical Technician
Mutual Aid EMS
01.2021 - Current
High School Diploma -
Connellsville Area High School