MJ Jones Portfolio - Candidacy: Firefighter/EMT

Mary Jean Jones

Firefighter/EMT Candidate

OBJECTIVE: to protect and service my community with compassion and courage

To organize and collaborate as a pragmatic and inclusive leader, with problem-solving and communication skills I acquired from engineering, teaching, customer service, management, and medicine, promoting a progressive work environment focused on education, wellness, and justice.

"MJ has had so many valuable experiences so far in her own life that enrich the learning opportunities that she brings. She knows hard work. She is not only personally well organized; she also knows how to help students organize concepts in ways that build understanding." Letter, 2010

Highlighted Accomplishments in EMS

High standardized testing scores

EMT-Basic 149/150 Psychomotor
AEMT 150/150 Psychomotor
Public Safety/911 Dispatcher CritiCall, 97%
EMT, AEMT, ACLS, PALS, AMLS, PHTLS, TECC, WFR

Brighton Ski Patrol

Volunteered for arduous physical tasks
Coordinated & drove the commuter van
Developed positive relationships with all other departments
Volunteered for avalanche control work: extra, early-morning hours, and handling explosives
Addressed stress issues that lead to scheduling changes involving long hours
Volunteered for Avalanche Dog rescue activities

Medical Assistant, University of Utah Health

Identified 15+ malfunctions and workflow errors within patient care
Standardized the MA role and stocking lists as Interventional Radiology’s first full-time MA
Trained second MA in one-third of the time allocated, by utilizing progressive teaching strategies
Volunteered to work multiple vaccine clinics and Just In Time shifts
Recommended for Wellness Champion and Preceptor positions

2020, Ski Patrol, Brighton Resort

Certifications

2026 Advanced EMT, EMT-Utah

Renewed 03/31/2026
Renewed 03/31/2024
Renewed 03/31/2021

Acquired 03/31/2019 2024 CPAT, NTN Everett, WA

Passed on initial attempt at orientation 06/17/2024
Passed on initial practice attempt at orientation, 07/13/2023
TacFit Fire Workout log (06/07/2023 - present)

2024 NTN FireTEAM

Completed 02/22/2024
Completed 07/22/2023

2024 WFR/WFA, EMT-Utah

WFA Renewed 03/07/2024
WFR Acquired 03/31/2019

2023 PALS, EMT-Utah

Renewed 09/19/2023, expires 09/30/2025
Acquired 12/19/2019

2023 ACLS, EMT-Utah

Renewed 07/11/2023, expires 07/31/2025
Acquired 09/18/2019

2023 BLS, AHA

RQI CPR expires 12/31/2024
Acquired 1991, 2005, 2019

2020 Epic Program: EMT-Utah

ACLS, AMLS, PALS, PHTLS, TECC, WFR

2018 Cliff Rescue, Brighton Ski Patrol

2012 Lead Belay, Momentum Climbing Gym

2010 Chainsaw Operator, Adirondack Trail Improvement Society

2008 Top Rope Belay, University of Maine Climbing Gym

1999 Class IV River Guide, Mad River Adventures

1999 Swiftwater Rescue, Mad River Adventures

Image credit: Raft Masters

Rock climbing in Maple Canyon, UT

2010, Trail crew with ATIS
Image credit: MWBA

Skills and Experiences

Passions for science, helping people, and playing outdoors

While I have the technical and soft skills for a Firefighter/EMT position, what sets my apart is my commitment to individual and community well-being.
Started volunteering and advocacy work in high school:
- Math peer tutoring
- Intern Executive Assistant for the Center for People With Disabilities.
My desire is to continue my dedicated, diplomatic, and capable leadership in public service.
I am excited to serve a new community, as I do here
I’ve been working as a Medical Assistant for Men’s Health, Geriatrics, and Urology
I have a track record of successfully working with difficult and struggling patients:
- Drug and alcohol abuse
- Bariatrics
- Cancer patients
Awarded all ten Destination Honors while teaching: Adventure, Enthusiasm, Excellence, Family, Individuality, Integrity, Leadership, Patriotism, Respect, and Service

2010, Saddleback Mountain, ME

Background:

I grew up in Boulder, CO: biking, swimming and skiing
3 years: Engineering project management
10 years: STEM Education
5 years: Healthcare
My family is pursuing a move to be closer to relatives

2012, Devil's Castle, Alta, UT

Technical Skills

I enjoy working with my hands:
- Chainsaws
- Avalanche mitigation explosives
- Driving tractors and trucks with trailers.
Practiced skills include phlebotomy, moving patients, bleeding control, triage

2008, helping Uncle Tom

Soft Skills

Closed-loop communication
Inquiry-based problem solving
Work efficiently and utilize resources
Smart adventurer and a responsible guide
Professional, reliable, assertive, appropriate sense of humor
Open to feedback, resilient
Diligent, dynamic, inclusive, committed, and attentive to detail

2011, Mt. Adams, ME

"What you do makes a difference, and you have to decide what kind of a difference you're going to make." ~ Jane Goodall

Educations, Trainings, and Certifications

Conflict resolution
De-escalation
Mindfulness
Trauma-Informed Care
Swiftwater Rescue
Cliff Rescue
Hazmat
Tactical Combat Casualty Care and other EMS Training

2022, Roping in to install roof coils

Health and Fitness

Work very hard to remain healthy: physically, mentally, and emotionally
I passed the CPAT on my first practice attempt
Incorporate TactFit firefighter training into my workouts
I know the limits of my body with little sleep and in a demanding work schedule
Plus I’m good at naps

Workout Tracker

2019, celebrating my first AEMT certification

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