Rebecca Bickford
Brighton
Summary
Dynamic Emergency Medical Technician with extensive experience at Vital Ambulance, excelling in accident response and direct patient care. Proven ability to triage patients effectively while fostering collaboration among medical teams. Skilled in resuscitation and emergency vehicle operation, ensuring optimal outcomes in high-pressure situations. Strong communicator dedicated to enhancing patient safety and care. Currently a full time career firefighter.
Dependable firefighter/EMT effective in managing operations. Successful in encouraging team members to work efficiently and meet production targets. Well-organized, self-motivated and knowledgeable about successful strategies for managing fast-paced work.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Medical Technician
Vital Ambulance
01.2026 - Current
- Collaborated with medical professionals to communicate patient needs with accuracy and speed using hospital and medical codes.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
Firefighter
Brighton Fire Department
06.2025 - Current
- Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
- Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
- Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
- Documented emergency calls and equipment maintenance to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Participated in physical fitness and training programs to maintain preparedness and stamina for fire rescues.
- Collaborated with other emergency responders on scene to establish adequate fire suppression.
Manager
Circle K
08.2019 - 12.2022
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
- Improved marketing to attract new customers and promote business.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
- Improved safety procedures to create safe working conditions for workers.
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
Education
Emergency Medical Technician
Dyersburg State Community College
Covington, TN12-2025
Skills
- Accident response
- Vital signs monitoring
- Respiratory assessment
- Treatment delivery
- Emergency vehicle operation
- Resuscitation
- Medical terminology
- Safe driving
- Cardiac monitoring
- Oxygen therapy
- Direct patient care
- Emergency management
Certification
- EMT - Certified Emergency Medical Technician
- EMT - Emergency Medical Technician
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Emergency Medical Technician
Vital Ambulance
01.2026 - Current
Firefighter
Brighton Fire Department
06.2025 - Current
Manager
Circle K
08.2019 - 12.2022
Emergency Medical Technician
Dyersburg State Community College