FREMONT, Calif., Nov. 6, 2018 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Unitek EMT is thrilled to welcome Marcus Bond and Jessica Gonzalez as the new directors of their EMT program. Recently, the program has embarked on a transformative expansion to Chandler, Arizona. Based in Northern California, Unitek also seeks to provide Arizona residents with an exceptional alternative for their EMT training needs.
During this trailblazing expansion, two roles emerged that needed to be filled by top-notch, quality professionals. Unitek is excited to announce that Marcus Bond will become the Program Director for Unitek EMT in California, and Jessica Gonzalez will become the Program Director for Unitek EMT in Arizona. Aspiring emergency medical technicians will now have the opportunity to learn from these seasoned EMS experts.
Marcus, a San Jose native, currently lives in Lake County with his wife and four-year-old child. Previously, he has held positions with the Sonoma County Volunteer Fire Department. He has also worked as an EMT at Six Flags Discovery Kingdom, and as a paramedic at Kelseyville Fire Protection District. Most recently, Marcus has worked as a paramedic field training officer. In this role, he implemented an efficient training regimen for new policies and techniques. Additionally, he has led ambulance strike teams during local disasters. In 2018, Marcus joined Unitek EMT to assist with their expansion and fill the critical role of program director.
Jessica, an Arizona native, is a married mother of five. She obtained her EMT certification at Central Arizona College in 2006. Her 12-year EMS career includes providing care on a rural area 911 ambulance and through a Level-1 pediatric trauma center. Jessica has also developed CPR and First Aid training programs in rural communities around the state of Arizona. In 2013, she obtained her EMT instructor certification and began a fulfilling career in EMS education. Earlier this year, Jessica joined Unitek EMT during their expansion to Arizona. Not only has she helped establish the new program, but she will assume the pivotal role of program director.
"We are thrilled to have these two experienced professionals leading our EMT teams," said David Higley, Chief Marketing Officer at Unitek Learning, the parent company of Unitek EMT. "Together, Marcus and Jessica will spearhead a new year of growth and opportunity for Unitek EMT. Our team cares greatly about providing the best education possible and preparing the next generation of EMTs."
For the past 12 years, Unitek EMT has provided aspiring emergency medical technicians with the training they needed to succeed. State-of-the-art courses and boot camps equip graduates with the latest theory and technique for first-response treatment of patients. Taught by seasoned EMS professionals, the classes at Unitek EMT include real-world implementations, hands-on training, and one-on-one instruction to ensure students master the skills they'll need to save lives.
Contact:
Karen Herrera
Marketing Account Manager
4670 Auto Mall Parkway
Fremont, CA 94538
Direct: (949) 590-4891
URL: http://www.UnitekEMT.com
SOURCE Unitek Learning
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