Austin Heaton
Missoula
Summary
Dynamic Lead Paramedic and Clinical Manager with over 8 years of leadership experience in multiple agencies. Skilled in advanced life support, critical decision-making, and operational management. Proven ability to develop training programs, enhance patient care, and drive efficiency in fast-paced environments. Committed to team leadership, public education, and improving community safety.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Paramedic
Logan Health EMS
01.2022 - 02.2025
- Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members and identified appropriate medical facility for transport.
- Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
Paramedic Supervisor
Logan Health EMS
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Directed employee performance evaluations to ensure high standards of competency and service.
- Developed and implemented a Field Training Evaluation Program adopted statewide by Logan Health EMS, enhancing paramedic, EMT, & EMR training and performance.
- Managed scheduling, certification compliance, and training records for a team of 25+ employees, ensuring regulatory and professional standards were met.
- Collaborated with local fire departments, emergency rooms, EMS agencies, and flight teams to optimize operational efficiency.
Firefighter/EMT
Montana Air National Guard 120th Airlift Wing
09.2017 - 09.2023
- Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
- Monitored and responded to hazardous gas levels and smoke detectors to avoid injuries and fatalities.
- Participated in physical fitness and training programs to maintain preparedness and stamina for fire rescues.
- Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
EMT-Basic
Missoula Emergency Services Incorporated
01.2020 - 03.2022
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Controlled wounds and injuries en-route to hospitals, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions pre-arrival.
- Trained EMTs in basic life support skills, oxygen therapy, and wound care.
- Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
Firefighter/EMT
Missoula Rural Fire District
08.2019 - 03.2021
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
- 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.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Paramedicine
Missoula College
Missoula, MT12-2021
Associate of Applied Science - Fire Science
Lewis F Garland Fire Rescue Academy
San Angelo, TX09-2018
Skills
- Advanced life support
- Airway management
- Intravenous therapy
- Medication Administration
- Public education
- Trauma management
- Cardiac monitoring
- Patient examination
- Triaging
- Reporting and documentation
- Critical decision-making skills
- Medical history collection
Certification
- PHTLS - Prehospital Trauma Life Support
- AMSL - Advanced Medical Life Support
- TPATC - Transport Provider Advanced Trauma Course
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- ICS - 100, 200, 700, 800
- EVOC - Emergency Vehicle Operation Certification
- Driver Operator - Tender, Pumper, & ARFF
- BLS - Basic Life Support
- Paramedic - License MT
Timeline
Paramedic Supervisor
Logan Health EMS
01.2024 - 01.2025
Lead Paramedic
Logan Health EMS
01.2022 - 02.2025
EMT-Basic
Missoula Emergency Services Incorporated
01.2020 - 03.2022
Firefighter/EMT
Missoula Rural Fire District
08.2019 - 03.2021
Firefighter/EMT
Montana Air National Guard 120th Airlift Wing
09.2017 - 09.2023
Associate of Applied Science - Paramedicine
Missoula College
Associate of Applied Science - Fire Science
Lewis F Garland Fire Rescue Academy
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