Amy Byrd
Thomasville
Summary
Dynamic medical professional with extensive experience as a medical examiner at the Office of Chief Medical Examiner. Expert in death investigation and medical documentation, demonstrating exceptional patient assessment, and effective communication skills. Proven ability to perform advanced life support and triaging in high-pressure situations, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
I still hold a Paramedic Certification, but I have not worked on an ambulance for the past three years due to being home with my daughter. I spent the last year doing at-home preschool for her to prepare her for kindergarten, alongside working from home as a medical examiner. I enjoyed the time spent with her, and I would enjoy having more enjoyment from seeing other children strive as she did.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Examiner
Office of Chief Medical Examiner
Raleigh
07.2019 - Current
- Wrote and signed death certificates and maintained meticulous in-house records.
- Performed postmortem examinations and collected tissue samples for toxicological analysis.
- Attended continuing education seminars to stay abreast of developments in forensic pathology techniques.
- Investigated deaths due to natural causes, accidents, homicides, or suicides.
Paramedic
Randolph County Emergency Services
Asheboro
12.2012 - 01.2021
- Responded to emergency calls and assessed patient conditions on-site.
- Administered advanced life support and emergency medical interventions effectively.
- Collaborated with medical personnel to ensure seamless patient transport and care.
- Operated emergency vehicles while following all traffic regulations and protocols.
- Maintained equipment and supplies to ensure readiness for emergency situations.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Communicated clearly with hospital staff during patient handoffs for continuity of care.
- Adhered to protocols and procedures to maintain safety of patients and paramedic crew.
- Assessed and treated patients with medical emergencies such as cardiac arrest, shock, trauma, respiratory distress and intoxication.
- Operated specialized medical equipment such as ventilators, defibrillators, suction devices and stretchers.
- Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
- Maintained proficiency in advanced life support skills through continuing education classes and workshops.
- Responded to emergency calls quickly and safely while utilizing appropriate driving techniques.
- Transported patients from accident scenes or hospital settings to medical facilities in a safe manner.
- Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
- Administered CPR and other life-saving techniques on patients in cardiac arrest.
Education
Associate of Science - Paramedicine
Davidson County Community College
Davidson, NC05-2013
Skills
- Death investigation
- Medical documentation
- Emergency response
- Advanced life support
- Emergency medical procedures
- Patient assessment
- Effective communication
- Continuous education
- Airway management
- Medication administration
- Patient assessments
- Patient transport
- Triaging
- Vital sign assessment
- IV insertion
- Scene safety assessment
- Patient support and assistance
- Direct patient care
- Ambulance transfer
- Seizure management
- Medical supply restocking
- Allergic reaction management
Timeline
Medical Examiner
Office of Chief Medical Examiner
07.2019 - Current
Paramedic
Randolph County Emergency Services
12.2012 - 01.2021
Associate of Science - Paramedicine
Davidson County Community College