Type Of Business:
Ambulatory service company
Expertise:
Patient care; Advanced life support; Pediatric emergency services; Emergency medical care; Critical care
Major Product/SVS:
Emergency medical services
Education Degrees:
Pursuing Associate Degree in Nursing, Excelsior College; Associate of Science in Paramedic Science, Delgado Community College (1998)
Number Of Years In Profession:
18
Number Of Years In Current Position:
14
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to her passion for her profession and desire to help others.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession after pursuing a course in emergency medicine.
Extended Bio Profile:
Ms. Schmidt encourages young professionals to keep compassion in their hearts when working in health care. She says, "Don't be emotionless, because it's your compassion that makes the difference."
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Managing emergency calls from sick and injured individuals, as well as people in need of medical care who cannot make it to the hospital; Training staff
Education Certifications:
Certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support; Certification in CPR; Certification in Critical Care Medicine; Advanced Cardiac Life Support Training; Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support Training
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Ms. Schmidt hopes to become a registered nurse, pursue a bachelor's degree in forensic science and continue in the medical field to help those in need.