PULSE Magazine | October 2018 Issue PE

Employee Recognition

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WELL DONE

I received a call from Mr. Buddy Bayer requesting the opportuni- ty to meet the EMS crew that saved his life. Captain Aaron Maxwell, Ross Copland, and Kyle Sanchez responded to Mr. Bayer’s house on August 17, 2018. Upon arrival they found Mr. Bayer in cardiac arrest. They were able to successfully resuscitate Mr. Bayer. Ross and Kyle were able to meet with Mr. and Mrs. Bayer on September 16. They were both very grateful for the job done by both EMS and AFD.

Sincerely, James M , DC 05

CONGRATULATIONS

LaShondara Bradford, Scheduling Supervisor

Jeff Gaytan , Special Events The Special Events section is pleased to announce the lateral transfer of Jeff Gaytan to Special Events during fall event season. In this position, Jeff will work to meet the logistical needs of the many events that EMS resources are dedicated to. Mr. Gaytan comes to Special Events with a wealth of knowledge. He has been a Clinical Specialist for Austin-Travis County EMS since June 2006 and most recently was assigned to Medic 4 A-shift Jeff has significant experience in Special Events. He is a Motor, COTA, and Bike medic and works many events throughout the year. We are excited about the opportunity to enhance the professional development of Jeff and the development of our section’s bench strength. Please congratulate Jeff when you see him at your next special event. It is with great pleasure that we are announcing the promotion of LaShondara Bradford to the position of EMS Scheduling Supervisor. In her new role, Ms. Bradford will be assuming oversight and leadership of the EMS Scheduling section as the Department embarks on a city-wide payroll and time-keeping movement to Workforce Dimensions and Workforce Timekeeper. Ms. Bradford began her career with EMS as a Scheduling Specialist in fall of 2008 after spending time in the private sector. She holds a Bachelors of Computer Science from Grambling University. Please congratulate LaShondara on her promotion.

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