Yahrek Johnson
Lithonia
Summary
Dedicated emergency services professional with extensive experience in leadership and supervision. Skilled in crisis management and community outreach, consistently improving response efficiency and safety protocols. Eager to leverage expertise in fire safety and emergency medical care to enhance organizational impact.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Firefighter / EMT-I
Forest Park Fire Department
Forest Park, GA
06.2023 - Current
- Responded to emergency calls, providing timely assistance and support during critical incidents.
- Operated firefighting equipment and tools, ensuring readiness for immediate deployment.
- Conducted fire prevention inspections, identifying hazards and recommending safety improvements.
- Participated in training drills, enhancing team coordination and operational efficiency.
- Assisted in community outreach programs, educating the public on fire safety measures.
- Maintained detailed records of incidents and equipment usage for department review.
- Collaborated with team members to execute strategic response plans during emergencies.
EMT-I
Regional Medical Response
Decatur, GA
11.2022 - Current
- Administered emergency medical care, assessing patient conditions and implementing appropriate treatment protocols.
- Coordinated patient transport to medical facilities, ensuring safety and compliance with regulations.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to facilitate effective communication during emergency response operations.
- Trained junior EMTs on best practices for patient assessment and emergency procedures.
- Conducted regular equipment checks, maintaining readiness of medical supplies and tools for emergencies.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance response times and operational efficiency in field situations.
- Mentored new staff on emergency protocols, fostering a culture of safety and excellence in patient care.
- Safely transported patients between facilities while monitoring their condition en route to support continuity of care.
Dialysis Technician
DaVita
Lithonia, GA
03.2021 - 02.2022
- Operated dialysis machines, ensuring accurate settings for patient treatment.
- Monitored patient vital signs during procedures, responding promptly to any changes.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized patient care plans.
- Educated patients on dialysis process and home care techniques for better outcomes.
Lt. Firefighter / EMT-I
Fairburn Fire Department
Fairburn, GA
03.2012 - 01.2021
- Responded to emergency calls, providing swift and effective firefighting and rescue operations.
- Conducted fire prevention inspections, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and community standards.
- Operated firefighting equipment and tools, enhancing operational readiness and response efficiency.
- Trained new recruits on best practices in firefighting techniques and safety protocols.
- Led team drills, improving coordination and effectiveness during emergency scenarios.
- Developed strategic plans for community outreach programs focused on fire safety education.
- Analyzed incident reports to identify trends, implementing changes to improve response strategies.
- Collaborated with local agencies to enhance mutual aid agreements and resource sharing initiatives.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills while serving as a mentor to new firefighters, fostering a culture of teamwork and professionalism within the department.
- Maintained optimal readiness for emergency situations by regularly participating in drills and training exercises.
Firefighter III / EMT-I
DeKalb Fire and Rescue
Decatur, GA
11.2004 - 04.2011
- Responded to emergency calls, executing fire suppression and rescue operations efficiently.
- Conducted regular inspections of firefighting equipment to ensure operational readiness and compliance with safety protocols.
- Collaborated with team members during training exercises to enhance firefighting techniques and improve response times.
- Mentored junior firefighters, providing guidance on safety procedures and emergency response strategies.
Education
Master of Science - Business Administration And Management
Strayer University
Lithonia, GA05-2017
Bachelor of Arts - English And Anthropology
University of Mississippi
University, MS05-2002
Skills
- Structural firefighting
- First aid certified
- Fire safety
- Stress tolerance and resilience
- Medical response
- Medical equipment usage
- Emergency response
- Emergency scene management
- Vehicle extrication
- Firefighting activities
- Emergency medical treatment
- Firefighting
- Leadership and supervision
- Community relations
- Emergency management
- Search and rescue techniques
- Emergency medical response
- Fitness and agility
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 17 staff members.
- Collaborated with team of Fire Dept. in the development of Mutual Aid Response Protocals.
- Documented and resolved Staff issues which led to Resolution.
Certification
- CFR - Certified First Responder
- EVOC - Emergency Vehicle Operators Course
- HAZWOPER - Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response
Timeline
Firefighter / EMT-I
Forest Park Fire Department
06.2023 - Current
EMT-I
Regional Medical Response
11.2022 - Current
Dialysis Technician
DaVita
03.2021 - 02.2022
Lt. Firefighter / EMT-I
Fairburn Fire Department
03.2012 - 01.2021
Firefighter III / EMT-I
DeKalb Fire and Rescue
11.2004 - 04.2011
Master of Science - Business Administration And Management
Strayer University
Bachelor of Arts - English And Anthropology
University of Mississippi