Chris Hirt
Rocky Point,NY
Summary
I am a well educated American Heart Association Instructor and seasoned Paramedic with a proven track record in enhancing student engagement and patient care. I enjoy integrated technology into the classroom, significantly improving learning outcomes. I am consider a talented Instructor who effectively facilitates learning for students of all ages by providing engaging and relevant instruction. I often adapt teaching methods and instructional materials based on varying needs, abilities and interests of students. My excellent interpersonal skills and ability to foster positive learning environment are conducive to the success of all my students.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
American Heart Association Instructor
American Heart Association
01.2010 - Current
- Applied various teaching aids to maximize learning and motivate students.
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Initiated new learning methods, eliminating instructional gaps while improving over all comprehension.
- Tested and evaluated students on materials presented in workshops and classes.
- Increased student participation via engaging lectures and assignments.
- Optimized learning plans based on student performance and feedback.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
Paramedic Supervisor
AMR
04.2005 - 08.2011
- Transported Critical Care Patients from one hospital to another.
- Backed up the medics and mentored the newer paramedics
- Responded to Hurricane Katrina for over 8 weeks
- Educated patients and family members on medical treatments and therapies for informed support.
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
- Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
Paramedic
Hampton Bays Ambulance
11.2000 - 01.2010
- Educated patients and family members on medical treatments and therapies for informed support.
- Educated the younger crew members
- Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Responded to a variety of 911 calls
Paramedic
Lifestar
07.2000 - 04.2005
- Responded to 9/11 in NYC
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Educated patients and family members on medical treatments and therapies for informed support.
- Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
- Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine medical care that was needed
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
Lifeguard
Town of Brookhaven
05.1995 - 09.2000
- Monitored safety of guests in the water and on the beach.
- Observed weather and water conditions and alerted visitors to potential dangers, storms, and rip currents.
- Attentively monitored swimmers to identify distress.
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Responded to emergency situations in a timely, efficient manner.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
SUNY Stony Brook
Stony Brook, NY05.2014
NYS Paramedic -
Hudson Valley Community College
Troy, NY05.2000
Skills
- Keeping the Class engaged in the martial
- Technology Integration
- Assignment Grading
- Assisting struggling students
- Being a role Model for EMS
- Classroom Management
- Group and individual instruction
Certification
NYS Paramedic (Scored 97% on BLS) on my last Exam.
American Heart Instructor for BLS (CPR) ACLS and PALS.
Timeline
American Heart Association Instructor
American Heart Association
01.2010 - Current
Paramedic Supervisor
AMR
04.2005 - 08.2011
Paramedic
Hampton Bays Ambulance
11.2000 - 01.2010
Paramedic
Lifestar
07.2000 - 04.2005
Lifeguard
Town of Brookhaven
05.1995 - 09.2000
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
SUNY Stony Brook
NYS Paramedic -
Hudson Valley Community College
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