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Swimming, Reading, Films, Theatre
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Natasha Theodossiadis

Natasha Theodossiadis

Combat Medical Technician
Clevedon,CAM

Summary

I started in 'Mechanical Maintenance Engineering' in 1990 and pursued this career for 13 years.

Following that I worked in the retail industry. I worked for TESCO's. Whilst at Tesco's I applied to join the Territorial Army and I was successful in becoming a 'Combat Medical Technician' (CMT).

I left Tesco's to join a care agency 'Care Plus' based in my local community to deliver care to people in their own home. It was during this time that I was mobilised, by the Army to deploy on Op Herrick 14 to Afghanistan in Nov 2010 to Nov 2011 as CMT.

Being a CMT has been one of the most rewarding jobs that I could have ever asked for. I am good at looking after people and I find that I am able to build a rapport with those that I meet.

Afghanistan was challenging due to the austerity of the facilities that we had on the ground and how we could treat patients/casualties. On return I became my mother's primary carer. Supporting her with her daily needs, appointments, medication and rehabilitation. I do this while still working for the Army in a part-time capacity.

The role I was in for the best part of 7 years from 2013 - 2020 involved the health administration of the battalions personnel. Making sure that they are fully fit to go wherever they are needed. This is done by checking for in-date vaccinations or vaccinations required due to the country they are going to, audiometry, overall health screening and updating their medical records. Supporting those who have been injured whilst on duty. Instructing and supporting Battalion and company training in regards to 'Battlefield First Aid', exercising troop and 'RLS'.



Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language

Work History

Motor Transport Sergeant

British Army
Bristol, Avon
09.2021 - Current

Primary role for Bristol UOTC is to book all transport for the unit whether using 'Fleet' vehicles or 'Hire' vehicles.

Using timelines to book the hire vehicles using a logistic booking system. Whether Hire or Fleet it allows it gives us the capability to borrow vehicles from other units or providers here and overseas.

Secondary role is to support the unit with Fire Health & Safety. Providing support to the Fire Safety Manager when conducting Fire Drills. Checking that the Fire panels are working correctly and liaising with the contractors that maintain the panels/fire extinguishers. Completed a 'Defence Fire Maintainer Course' which developed further knowledge and understanding in how to operate/maintain them.

Thirdly, that of Unit Welfare Senior NCO (Non-Commissioned Officer). To administer/sign post the officer cadets should they require support or advice, guidance if theirs or someone else's wellbeing is of concern.


Battalion Medic (CMT

British Army
Exeter, Devon
05.2007 - 08.2021

Day to day medical administration of the battalions personnel.

  • Force Health Projection: Medical grading (Fit to deploy or down-graded), Audiometry, Vaccinations.
  • Summarisation of military and civilian medical history on military system (DMICP) is the equivalent to EMIS.
  • Deliver instructional training in 'Battlefield First Aid' and Team Medics for annual training as well as deployment.
  • Support company and battalion training exercises in the form of exercising troops or 'RLS' Real life Support.
  • Maintaining confidentiality and adhering to the 'CMT's Code of Conduct and Scope of Practice' and the Caldicott Principles.
  • Liaising with outside agency's and other units to deliver the best capability in care. Whilst supporting the Chain of Command at both Battalion Headquarters and at Company level.

Care Assistant

Care Plus Agency
Clevedon, North Somerset
06.2008 - 11.2011

Care in the Community

  • Working to timelines where practicable - Patients needs come first.
  • Working in a team (double up) or alone depending on the patients care package.
  • Supporting patients within their own home. To encourage independence with their daily living task as set out in the care plan. e.g Personal hygiene, Nutrition, Medication Prompting, Assistance with shopping.
  • Reporting any noticeable changes of the patients health to the agency so that they can liaise with other agencies or GP Surgery/Community Nursing Team and Family.
  • Adhering to all Agency policies that are written in regards to H&S, Confidentiality etc.

Education

No Degree - Mechanical Maintenance Engineering

Bath College of Further Education
Bath
09.1990 - 06.1994

GED -

Tregaron Secondary School
Tregaron
09.1987 - 07.1990

Numeracy Level 2 - Maths

City & Guilds
Tidworth, WIL
03.2021 - 03.2022

Skills

I am compassionate and empathetic to patients care needs

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Accomplishments

I am trained as a 'Touch For Health' Practitioner. The basis of Kinesiology.

Swimming, Reading, Films, Theatre

  • I enjoy swimming, being in water gives me a sense of freedom and relaxation.
  • Love books, the smell, the feel of them and how each author can capture your imagination and take you on an adventure. Choice of genre: Crime, Fantasy, Childrens, Military, Leadership, Medical and Mythical.
  • Nothing quite like going to the movies. To be able to share a moment with friend or family in something that can in one instance be incredibly funny and then suddenly be so terrifying.
  • Love the Theatre, from my childhood years my parents introduced me to 'Classical/Operatic' experiences. Watching a ballet or a play or show it is just a wonderful experience.

Timeline

Motor Transport Sergeant

British Army
09.2021 - Current

Numeracy Level 2 - Maths

City & Guilds
03.2021 - 03.2022

Care Assistant

Care Plus Agency
06.2008 - 11.2011

Battalion Medic (CMT

British Army
05.2007 - 08.2021

No Degree - Mechanical Maintenance Engineering

Bath College of Further Education
09.1990 - 06.1994

GED -

Tregaron Secondary School
09.1987 - 07.1990
Natasha TheodossiadisCombat Medical Technician