Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Accomplishments
Certification
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Christopher Basham

Cromwell,KY

Summary

Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Advanced Emergency Medical Technician

Com-Care Inc
Hartford, KY
08.2010 - Current
  • Conducted equipment inspections and vehicle checks in adherence with required maintenance schedules.
  • Attended continuing education courses in order to stay current on new developments in emergency medicine.
  • Evaluated illnesses or injuries to establish and prioritize medical procedures.
  • Assessed patient condition and vital signs, such as pulse rate, respiration rate, blood pressure, temperature, and level of consciousness.
  • Performed CPR and used cardiac defibrillator to revive patients in cardiac arrest or arrythmia.
  • Provided advanced life support techniques including intubations, defibrillation and cardioversion, administration of intravenous fluids or medications.

Volunteer Firefighter

Cromwell Fire and Rescue
Cromwell, KY
11.2003 - Current
  • Answered emergency situations and assessed conditions to contain fires, assist victims, and prevent escalation.
  • Completed field assessments of active fires and planned optimal approaches.
  • Educated public on ways to prevent fires and fire damage.
  • Triaged patients to assist emergency workers in administering medical care.
  • Conducted public education programs about fire safety topics, such as smoke alarms and home escape plans.
  • Cleaned, serviced and maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
  • Inspected and maintained firefighting gear to ensure proper functioning.
  • Analyzed situations to quickly adopt courses of action with regard to surroundings and circumstances.
  • Maintained records of incident reports, vehicle maintenance logs and call logs.
  • Checked smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors in residences and businesses.
  • Tested and inspected tools, equipment and gear to maintain readiness for different fire scenarios.
  • Participated in post-emergency reviews with supervisors to discuss ways to improve future responses.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Paramedicine

Owensboro Community And Technical College
Owensboro, KY
12-2018

Certification - Medical Assistant

Daymar College - Owensboro
Owensboro, KY
06-2016

High School Diploma -

Ohio County High School
Hartford, KY
05-1994

Certification - Carpentry

Ohio County Vocational Technical School
Hartford, KY
05-1994

Skills

  • Critical Decision-Making Skills
  • Medical Recordkeeping
  • Supply Restocking
  • Emergency Management
  • Reporting and Documentation
  • Emergency Response
  • Report Preparation
  • Personnel Management
  • Relationship Building and Management
  • Administration and Management
  • Hazardous Materials Handling
  • Forklift Operation
  • Warehouse Picking
  • Palletizing
  • Stock Allocation
  • Shipment Processing
  • Cargo Handling
  • Delivery Scheduling
  • Document Management
  • Materials Transport
  • Shipping and Packaging
  • Blueprint Reading
  • Carpentry
  • Framing
  • Hand and Power Tools
  • Quality Assurance
  • Vehicle Inspections
  • Problem Diagnosis
  • Component Repairs
  • Diagnostics
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Troubleshooting Skills
  • Computer Skills
  • Data Entry
  • Inventory Management
  • Quick Problem Solver
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Documentation Skills

Affiliations

  • Enjoys hunting, fishing and other outdoor activities.

Accomplishments

  • Part of the FEMA Covid-19 Task Force Response in 2020 working 911 calls in New York city.
  • Current Fire Chief of Cromwell Fire and Rescue

Certification

  • NREMT Certified AEMT
  • KY AEMT Licensed
  • KY Certified Level III Instructor/Evaluator
  • AHA CPR/BLS Certification
  • 150 Hour KY Certified Fire Fighter

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Advanced Emergency Medical Technician

Com-Care Inc
08.2010 - Current

Volunteer Firefighter

Cromwell Fire and Rescue
11.2003 - Current

Some College (No Degree) - Paramedicine

Owensboro Community And Technical College

Certification - Medical Assistant

Daymar College - Owensboro

High School Diploma -

Ohio County High School

Certification - Carpentry

Ohio County Vocational Technical School
Christopher Basham