CHRISTOPHER ALEXANDER
Potsdam,NY
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Emergency Department Technician
Canton-Potsdam Hospital, SLH
07.2023 - Current
- Enhanced patient care by providing assistance to nurses and physicians during medical procedures.
- Improved patient satisfaction by quickly addressing concerns and providing compassionate care.
- Maintained a clean and organized emergency department, ensuring a safe environment for patients and staff.
- Assisted in life-saving procedures, working alongside medical professionals to provide optimal care.
- Conducted regular inventory checks of medical supplies to maintain adequate stock levels within the Emergency Department.
Fire/Rescue Volunteer
Hopkinton-Fort Jackson Fire Dept
06.2022 - Current
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
- Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities.
- Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
Front Desk Agent
Clarkson Inn
01.2022 - 07.2023
- Acquired in-depth knowledge of surrounding area to offer guests with information about dining options, entertainment and shopping activities.
- Used internal software to process reservations, check-ins and check-outs.
- Responded swiftly to room requests and other inquiries made via establishment website, email or phone.
- Collected room deposits, fees and payments.
Patient Registration Clerk
Canton-Potsdam Hospital
06.2021 - 11.2021
- Collected payments and co-pays from customers using large variety of insurance programs, adjusting amounts based on specific plan directives.
- Visited patients' rooms to collect insurance and financial information required for registrations.
- Became Proficient in software such as Meditech, MedHost, and accuracy scrubbing programs like AHIQA.
COVID-19 Contact Tracer
SUNY Potsdam
02.2021 - 06.2021
- Investigated and identified confirmed and suspected coronavirus cases, also documenting potentially affected contacts.
- Communicated with documented COVID-19 patients and other exposed persons via phone call, text, e-mail and other platforms.
- Created spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel for daily, weekly and monthly reporting.
General Contractor Laborer
Prague Enterprises, Timothy Lapka
06.2019 - 03.2021
- Learned diverse construction trades skills.
- Contributed to team results in fast-paced construction environment.
- Enhanced client satisfaction with exceptional attention to detail, clear communication, and consistent followthrough.
General Construction Laborer
Betz And Sons, Daniel R. Betz
05.2020 - 10.2020
- Learned diverse construction trades skills.
- Contributed to team results in fast-paced construction environment.
- Enhanced client satisfaction with exceptional attention to detail, clear communication, and consistent followthrough.
- Maintained a safe work environment through regular site cleanups and adherence to safety protocols.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology, Chemistry Minor
State University of New York At Potsdam
Potsdam, NY05.2024
EMT-B -
Clarkson University
Potsdam, NY05.2022
High School Diploma -
Mater Dei Academy
Warners, NY06.2020
Skills
- Leadership
- Communication Skills
- Reasoning Ability
- Teamwork
- Responsible
- Self-motivated
- Excellent work ethic
- Report Preparation
- Time Management
- Critical Thinking
Accomplishments
- National Honor Society
- Graduated HS as salutatorian, Summa Cum Laude with Advanced Regents Diploma
- Graduated BS Biology, Summa Cum Laude
- Departmental Scholar, Biology
- SUNY Potsdam President's 8 semesters
- SUNY Potsdam CSTEP Member
- Beta Beta Beta Biological Honors Society Historian
- Gamma Sigma Epsilon Chemistry Honor Society Member
- Invited to present independent research at campus biological seminar series
- Presented research poster at Student Learning and Research Fair
Timeline
Emergency Department Technician
Canton-Potsdam Hospital, SLH
07.2023 - Current
Fire/Rescue Volunteer
Hopkinton-Fort Jackson Fire Dept
06.2022 - Current
Front Desk Agent
Clarkson Inn
01.2022 - 07.2023
Patient Registration Clerk
Canton-Potsdam Hospital
06.2021 - 11.2021
COVID-19 Contact Tracer
SUNY Potsdam
02.2021 - 06.2021
General Construction Laborer
Betz And Sons, Daniel R. Betz
05.2020 - 10.2020
General Contractor Laborer
Prague Enterprises, Timothy Lapka
06.2019 - 03.2021
Bachelor of Science - Biology, Chemistry Minor
State University of New York At Potsdam
EMT-B -
Clarkson University
High School Diploma -
Mater Dei Academy
Leadership
President of Saint Stephen's Guild at St Therese Church
- Train/mentor 20+ boys and men in altar serving
Leadership
President of St Therese chapter of Arch-Confraternity of Saint Stephen
- Train/mentor 20+ boys and men in altar serving
- Test members on their knowledge and skills as they move up in rank
- Manage schedules for practices and serving assignments