Aaron S. Dyson

Phone: 828-***-****

Email: (H) acuvar@r.postjobfree.com

(W) acuvar@r.postjobfree.com

Address: *** **** ***** *****

Marion, NC 28752

Objective

My goal is to continually further my education and training. I believe that by doing this I will be better able to serve and provide the best patient care possible to the patients I encounter. I am always seeking new challenges to improve as a Paramedic and I believe I would be an asset to any team.

Qualifications

North Carolina Emergency Medical Technician (NCEMT) – Paramedic, Advanced Cardiac Life Support – Experienced Provider (ACLS-EP), International Trauma Life Support (ITLS) Instructor, ITLS Advanced Provider, Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Pediatric Emergencies for Prehospital Providers (PEPP), Basic Life Support/CPR for Healthcare Providers (BLS), BLS Instructor, Tactical First Responder, Helicopter Insertion Extraction Techniques (HIET) Master, FEMA Incident Command System (ICS) -100, 200, 300, 400, 700, 800. All Hazards Incident Management Team (IMT) Operations Section Chief, Safety Officer, Public Information Officer, and Logistics Section Chief; Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT) Level 1 (IFSAC: 1806595), Emergency Vehicle Driver Operator Certification (IFSAC: 1806554). US/NC Dept. of Labor Journeyman Correctional Officer. Enrolled in Dept. of Labor Journeyman for Paramedic. Open water and Altitude Diver. Currently hold and maintain a DOD/NATO Secret Security Clearance (Inactive), DOS Secret Security Clearance (Active).

Work History

Nov. 2014 to Present, NPSS EMT-I (Paramedic), Aegis Defense Services Inc., World Wide Protective Services I, Department of State, Kabul Embassy Security Forces, Kabul, Afghanistan

Job Responsibilities: As an EMT-I for Kabul Embassy Security Forces (KESF)at the US Embassy in Kabul Afghanistan, I am involved in two patrols a day; to and from the embassy in a high threat area. Changing vehicles every day I have been assigned as the medic in lead vehicle, numerous emergency response vehicles, and the main CASEVAC vehicle for embassy security convoys I am a part of the first line of protection for convoy and entire embassy. While on the embassy I provide security and ensuring safety to all Ambassadors along with their family, high ranking officers Generals/Admirals, Official Department of state personal, Governors, Movie Stars, visitors, local nationals, and other security and support staff. During Ambassador meetings and special events, I am strategically staged to provide immediate medical/tactical support to the Ambassador along with VIPs. I have been a part of numerous events put on by the U.S. Embassy in Kabul, Afghanistan. Ensuring safety of Ambassador to and from Ambassador’s quarters and Event. Being a part of the first line defense: I patrol on foot armed with M-4, M-9, and medical/ trauma kit. I ensure day to day security functions are done safely, provide basic and advanced health care services/moral support to entire embassy, and preform medical checks on all personnel and all high threat security posts. I have responded to many traumatic situations, where we have had to tactically move to LZ to life flight injured personnel off the embassy. I have also been a part of many medical calls for emergent cardiac situations, chemical situations, repertory issues and more to where we would also have to tactically move off the embassy to LZ. I provide TCCC/first responder classes to embassy support staff and Emergency Response Teams. I provided hands on Medical training (tourniquets, airway interventions, chest seals, Needle Ds, Hemostatic agents, bandaging, splinting, and movement from the X to CCP, and from CCP to LZ, to Embassy personal that followed TCCC (Fire superiority, MARCH, Various movements off X to CCP) protocols, along with scenario training to ERT teams, PSD teams, First responders, Paramedics, Embassy Health Unit, and Military personnel. I help certify First responders and attend all training for Embassy First responders. Ensuring MASCAL treatment areas are organized, and first responders and medical personnel are efficient with equipment and treatment areas.

(Job Responsibilities Cont.): As an EMT-I/Paramedic stationed on Clinic duties on Camp in Kabul Afghanistan, I am involved in the day-to-day operations of the Medical Clinic. I maintain all medical records for accuracy. I maintain a current and up to date list of all medical certifications and expiration dates for all EMT’s assigned to KESF. On a daily basis I will assess/evaluate patients entering the clinic and treat accordingly. These patients routinely have a range of conditions from dysentery to the common cold. I also preform and read x-rays for extremity fractures and chest x-rays for pneumonia. I have been trained and become proficient in suturing techniques and stapling lacerations. I am fully trained and capable of recognizing and responding to cardiac and respiratory emergencies. In the event of a MASCAL event I participate in the triaging and treatment of all patients. My primary role during a MASCAL is that of the Evacuation Officer. In this role I will categorize patients according to their priority, move and stage patients at a designated LZ and liaise with the incoming SAR Medic to prioritize the loading patients for Medical Evacuation.

March 2013 to March 2015, EMT-Paramedic, Marine Special Operations Command (MARSOC), Marine Special Operations School (MSOS) Medical Section

Job Responsibilities: Subject Matter Expert (SME); providing Advanced Level Medical Care in accordance with Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) guidelines for high risk training evolutions to facilitate the training of Critical Skills Operators (CSO’s), Cadre, and students in accordance with Joint Special Operations Command Training Doctrine. Lead medical coverage provider for Marine Helicopter Insertion and Extraction Techniques (MHIET), Marine Dynamic Entry Level II (MDEL) and CQB Level II instructor and student courses. Coordinate and instruct Advanced Level Medical courses for CSO’s, Cadre, Corpsmen and students at MARSOC/MSOS and the Coast Guardsmen at Special Missions Training Branch, Camp Lejeune NC.

Jan. 2011 to March 2013, EMT-Paramedic, McDowell County EMS

Job Responsibilities: Respond to all calls dispatched through 911 centers. Provide Advanced Life Support to citizens and visitors of McDowell County. McDowell County Special Operations Medic for Wilderness and Tactical Emergencies. Continuing Education Instructor for EMT and Paramedic classes in partnership with McDowell Technical Community College.

July 2008 to July 2013, SGT., EMT, McDowell County Rescue Squad (Life Time member July 2013 to Present)

Job Responsibilities: Respond to medical and trauma calls dispatched through 911 centers. Provide Rescue and Ambulance services to citizens and visitors of McDowell County; to include crash rescue, dive and swift water rescue and wilderness rescue. Rescue Dive Team Leader.

Aug. 2004 to July 2008, Correctional Officer, NCDOC Marion Correctional Institute

Job Responsibilities: Supervision of inmates both inside of and outside of the correctional facility. Transport Maximum Security inmates to medical appointments, private viewings, and other facilities.

July 1998 to May 2002, Egress Journeyman, United States Air Force

Job Responsibilities: Egress Technician; Preformed inspections and maintenance of the ejection system on a variety of aircraft, to include: A-10, B-1B, F-15 C/D/E, and F-16 C/D.

Awards Received

Air Force Achievement Medal, Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal (USAF), National Defense Service Medal, Good Conduct Medal (USAF). 2 Letters of Appreciation from the US Ambassador in Afghanistan for performance of duties during MASCAL Events.

Interests and Activities

I enjoy staying active. I spend as much time as possible with my family. I do try to get out and golf whenever time permits. Above all, just try to enjoy life with the people I am around.

Volunteer Experience

I have been a member of the McDowell County Rescue Squad since 2008, I am also one of their part time employees on an as needed basis. I have been a member of the McDowell County Wilderness Team since 2009. I am on the Dive Team with the Rescue Squad. I was a member of McDowell EMS Special Operations Team. I was also the Safety Officer for McDowell County’s Incident Management Team.

Computer Skills

Experienced with Patient Care Reports (PCR), Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, Power Point, and Publisher. Proficient with typing.

References

William Kehler; Director of McDowell County EMS, 828-***-****

Craig Walker; Deputy Director of Emergency Management, McDowell County, 828-***-****.

Matt Campbell; MD/Medical Officer, Aegis, KESF, acuvar@r.postjobfree.com, 202-***-****

Randy Long; PA-C, Aegis, KESF, acuvar@r.postjobfree.com, +93-079-***-****

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