Jeff Elwood

Jeff Elwood has a diverse work experience spanning over several roles and companies. Jeff has been working at Finger Lakes Ambulance EMS, INC. since 2020, currently holding the position of Deputy Chief. Prior to that, they worked as an Administrative Captain at the same company from July 2020 to March 2021. In 2019, Jeff served as the Director of Training at North Area Volunteer Ambulance. Jeff also worked as a NYS CIC at Nys Dept Of Health starting from February 2020. Jeff has experience as a BLS Instructor at the American Heart Association since October 2019. Jeff has also worked as a Mental Health First Aid Instructor for both adults and youth at the National Council for Behavioral Health starting from January 2019. In addition, they have served as a Senior Paramedic at American Medical Response since July 2015. Jeff has also worked as a Paramedic/Fingerprint Specialist at DMAT NY-6, Paramedic at Syracuse University Carrier Dome EMS, Special Operations Coordinator and Operations Supervisor/Special Operations Coordinator at Waves Ambulance, and Firefighter/Paramedic at Tully Fire District.

Jeff Elwood is currently pursuing an Associate of Science (AS) degree in Emergency Medical Services Management at Columbia Southern University, with an expected graduation year of 2022. In 2006 to 2007, they attended Herkimer County Community College, where they studied Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic).

In addition to their formal education, Jeff has obtained several certifications. Jeff holds a Certified Ambulance Documentation Specialist certification from the National Association of Ambulance Compliance, obtained in March 2021. Jeff also has a Certified Instructor (NYS CIC) certification from the New York State Department of Health, obtained in March 2020. Jeff has Tactical Paramedic Certification (TP-C) from the International Board of Specialty Certifications, obtained in February 2022 and previously obtained in August 2019.

Furthermore, they are a National Registered Paramedic (NRP) certified by the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians, obtained in June 2007. Jeff also obtained a Paramedic certification from the New York State Department of Health in June 2007. Lastly, Jeff holds an Instructor certification from the American Heart Association, though specific details about the obtained month and year are not provided.