Martin Sasala
Chicago
Summary
Experienced Paramedic In Charge with advanced life support expertise. Proven ability in patient management, documentation, and emergency response. Committed to delivering compassionate care while mentoring junior paramedics.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Paramedic In Charge
Chicago Fire Department
Chicago, IL
08.2014 - 09.2025
- Delivered advanced life support and emergency medical care in high-pressure situations.
- Assessed patient conditions rapidly to determine appropriate treatment protocols.
- Coordinated with fire and law enforcement personnel during emergency response operations.
- Trained and mentored junior paramedics on best practices and safety procedures.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations and departmental policies during operations.
- Maintained detailed documentation of patient assessments, treatments, and outcomes for quality assurance purposes.
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Delivered compassionate care to patients with a variety of medical emergencies, including cardiac arrests, traumas, strokes, and respiratory distress.
- Documented patient care accurately using electronic medical records software according to regulatory guidelines for billing purposes and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
Paramedic
Prompt Ambulance Service
Highland, IN
07.2012 - 08.2014
- Administered advanced life support techniques in emergency situations to stabilize patients prior to transport.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure seamless patient care and effective communication during emergencies.
- Conducted thorough assessments of patients' conditions, prioritizing interventions based on urgency and clinical guidelines.
- Mentored junior paramedics, enhancing team performance and fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
Paramedic
Precise Ambulance
Chicago Ridge, IL
11.2008 - 07.2012
- Implemented protocol improvements that increased response efficiency and enhanced patient outcomes in critical scenarios.
- Evaluated operational workflows, recommending adjustments that streamlined processes and reduced response times significantly.
- Led training sessions for new hires on emergency procedures, equipment usage, and patient management protocols.
- Coordinated with dispatch to optimize resource allocation during high-demand periods, ensuring timely emergency response services.
EMT-Basic
Trace Ambulance
Tinley Park, IL
05.2005 - 05.2008
- Responded to emergency calls, providing immediate medical care and support to patients in critical situations.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments, ensuring accurate identification of medical issues requiring intervention.
- Operated and maintained advanced life support equipment, enhancing patient outcomes during transport and treatment.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop effective treatment plans, ensuring seamless transitions of care for patients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Law Enforcement And Justice Administration
Western Illinois University
Macomb, IL07-2006
Skills
- Documentation and reporting
- Advanced life support
- Critical decision-making skills
- Direct patient care
- Patient management
- Intubation
- IV insertion
- Intravenous therapy
- Patient assessments
- Airway management
- Emergency management
- Triaging
- Scene safety assessment
Timeline
Paramedic In Charge
Chicago Fire Department
08.2014 - 09.2025
Paramedic
Prompt Ambulance Service
07.2012 - 08.2014
Paramedic
Precise Ambulance
11.2008 - 07.2012
EMT-Basic
Trace Ambulance
05.2005 - 05.2008
Bachelor of Science - Law Enforcement And Justice Administration
Western Illinois University