Brooke Thompson
Cordova
Summary
Certified Emergency Medical Technician with significant field experience in high-stress, emergency healthcare situations. Possess strong knowledge of medical protocols and patient care combined with superior skills in crisis communication and teamwork. Previous work has made major impact through quick response time, precise decision-making, and commitment to patient safety and wellness.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Medical Technician
Methodist Healthcare
Memphis
12.2023 - Current
- Performed CPR and used cardiac defibrillator to revive patients in cardiac arrest or arrythmia.
- Suctioned airways to clear obstructions and help patients breathe.
- Transported patients from the ER to other departments or units throughout the hospital as needed.
- Provided patient care by taking vital signs, inserting IVs, drawing blood and administering medications.
- Performed quality assurance activities related to emergency room processes, protocols and equipment maintenance.
- Ensured proper disposal of hazardous materials such as needles or contaminated linens.
- Educated patients about their condition and treatment options upon discharge from the ER.
- Facilitated communication between nurses, physicians and other healthcare providers involved in patient care.
- Responded quickly and efficiently to code blue calls in order to provide effective lifesaving measures.
- Managed the flow of patients through triage to ensure timely access to medical care.
- Administered oxygen therapy, nebulizer treatments, wound dressings and splinting and casting per physician orders.
- Recorded all pertinent information regarding patient encounters into electronic health records system.
- Prepared rooms for incoming patients by ensuring that necessary equipment was available.
Emergency Medical Technician
Desto fire
West
01.2021 - 05.2025
- Assisted in providing medical care to patients with life-threatening conditions and injuries.
- Responded quickly to emergency calls, assessed the situation and provided appropriate treatment for illnesses or injuries.
- Participated in continuing education courses to maintain certification requirements.
- Transported patients to hospitals or other healthcare facilities using ambulances or other vehicles.
Emergency Medical Technician
Acadian Ambulance
Memphis
01.2023 - 10.2024
- Transported patients to hospitals or other healthcare facilities using ambulances or other vehicles.
- Utilized proper body mechanics when lifting and moving equipment or assisting patients.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to patients while transporting them to their destination.
- Performed basic life support procedures such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation and automated external defibrillation.
Lead Phlebotomist
Ael Lab
Memphis
05.2021 - 05.2023
- Calibrated equipment according to manufacturer specifications.
- Maintained accurate records of collected specimens and test results.
- Provided assistance to clinical staff during patient visits.
- Responded quickly and effectively to emergency situations.
- Performed quality control tests on collected specimens.
- Performed venipuncture and other blood collection procedures according to established standards.
Education
Emergency Medical Technician - Emt/Aemt
Arkansas State University
Arkansas City, AR05-2025
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Basic life support
- Cardiac care
- Emergency response
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Patient care
- Team collaboration
- Critical thinking
- First aid administration
- IV administration
- Emergency management
- Advanced life support
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Vital signs monitoring
- Defibrillation use
- Poisoning response
Certification
- Phlebotomist 5 years plus
- Emt
- AEMT
- Firefighter
Timeline
Emergency Medical Technician
Methodist Healthcare
12.2023 - Current
Emergency Medical Technician
Acadian Ambulance
01.2023 - 10.2024
Lead Phlebotomist
Ael Lab
05.2021 - 05.2023
Emergency Medical Technician
Desto fire
01.2021 - 05.2025
Emergency Medical Technician - Emt/Aemt
Arkansas State University