Nathan Joos

Experienced healthcare professional and NREMT-Paramedic with extensive experience in emergency medicine, clinical operations, healthcare quality, regulatory compliance, staff coordination, education, documentation, and patient care.

Background includes paramedicine, healthcare administration, quality management, medical operations supervision, clinical screening, medication administration, and healthcare education. Experienced working in regulated environments requiring accurate documentation, attention to detail, confidentiality, protocol compliance, and effective communication with patients, healthcare professionals, auditors, and multidisciplinary teams. Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration with more than 15 years of combined healthcare, EMS, emergency response, and clinical operations experience.

Paramedic at Utah Department of Health and Human Services (2025-08 – Present)

• Provide ongoing healthcare support and respond to medical needs within a structured, highly regulated healthcare environment.
• Administer and monitor medications while maintaining accurate medication records and documentation.
• Perform IM injections and other clinical procedures according to established orders, protocols, and facility requirements.
• Assess and respond to medical emergencies, illness, and injuries.
• Provide clinical assistance and support to staff and individuals under care.
• Maintain accurate electronic documentation and medication tracking.

EMT/AEMT Course Coordinator at Mountainland Technical College (2023-05 – 2025-08)

• Coordinated EMT and AEMT courses during fall and spring semesters, supporting approximately 36 students.
• Developed and delivered classroom instruction covering current EMS practices, clinical concepts, and emergency medical skills.
• Prepared lectures, quizzes, review activities, and educational materials.
• Maintained current knowledge of EMS standards and practices to provide accurate instruction.
• Taught an accelerated EMT program designed to prepare students for completion within nine weeks.
• Provided continued support to graduates with interviews, employment searches, and career development.

Center Quality Manager at Grifols Biomat Plasma (2022-05 – 2023-05)

• Managed center quality activities and supervised Quality Assurance staff responsible for reviewing operational work.
• Prepared the center for regulatory and quality audits, including FDA, EMA, and CLIA requirements.
• Worked directly with auditors and internal teams to maintain required certifications and compliance standards.
• Reviewed and verified testing and release of plasma units for use in the United States and Europe.
• Managed quality processes in a highly regulated healthcare environment with significant documentation and compliance requirements.
• Provided leadership and oversight during organizational changes and staffing reductions.

Medical Operations Supervisor at Grifols Biomat Plasma / Grifols Talecris Plasma (2019-07 – 2022-05)

• Supported medical operations and assisted medical staff with determining donor eligibility.
• Coordinated medical staffing schedules to ensure appropriate clinical coverage.
• Served as a member of the Center Leadership Team responsible for overall center operations.
• Coordinated employee vaccination requirements and maintained compliance with established schedules.
• Assisted with daily clinical operations, staff coordination, and healthcare-related decision-making.

Center Medical Specialist at Grifols Biomat Plasma (2018-01 – 2019-07)

• Performed medical screening and physical assessments to determine donor eligibility.
• Provided clinical care to donors experiencing adverse reactions to the donation process.
• Worked across medical screening, donor center operations, and phlebotomy functions.
• Maintained patient safety while ensuring compliance with plasma collection and quality requirements.

Firefighter / Paramedic at Gonzales Fire Department (2009-11 – 2017-08)

• Provided emergency medical treatment and transportation for patients experiencing illness, injury, trauma, and medical emergencies.
• Responded to structure fires, motor vehicle accidents, hazardous materials incidents, and medical calls.
• Maintained emergency response equipment and facilities.
• Performed pre-planning, fire hydrant inspections, public education, and other operational responsibilities.

Part-Time Firefighter / Paramedic at Prairieville Fire Department (2015-02 – 2017-08)

• Responded to medical emergencies, accidents, fires, and hazardous materials incidents.
• Worked alongside full-time personnel to provide emergency response and operational support.
• Assisted with recruit academies, including preparation of new firefighters for testing and practical skills.
• Adapted to different crews, responsibilities, and emergency environments.

Industrial Firefighter / EMT at Industrial Emergency Services (2008-12 – 2017-08)

• Responded to industrial fires, medical emergencies, high-angle rescues, and confined-space rescues.
• Conducted inspections of fire extinguishers, safety showers, SCBA equipment, and other emergency safety systems.
• Trained industrial personnel in fire suppression, rescue operations, hazardous materials, and first-responder medical emergencies.

Bachelor's Degree in Healthcare Administration – Columbia Southern University (2013-08 – 2016-05)

Paramedic Program – South Louisiana Community College (2011-08 – 2012-12)

Associate's Degree in General Studies – Utah Valley University (2002-08 – 2006-12)

Certificate – UFRA RCA Academy (2006-12)

High School Diploma – Payson High School (1999-09 – 2002-05)