Christopher Buhlig
Killeen,TX
Summary
Experienced and dependable professional with a background in military leadership, healthcare, and technical hands-on work. U.S. Army veteran with experience serving in high-pressure environments, including leadership responsibilities as a medical team leader. Additional experience as a dialysis technician developed strong attention to detail, problem-solving, communication, and equipment operation skills. Known for adaptability, discipline, teamwork, and the ability to learn quickly in demanding environments. Seeking opportunities to continue building technical skills and contribute to a strong, professional team.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Dialysis Technician
Davita Renal Care
Kerrville, TX
09.2021 - 06.2024
- Enforced facility and procedural policies to maintain safe and therapeutic environment.
- Recorded treatment information, pertinent observations and collected data into flow sheet.
- Initiated, monitored and discontinued hemodialysis and related patient care tasks for patients with conditions such as Acute Kidney Injury, and Chronic Kidney Disease.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations and delivered important care to stabilize patients.
- Observed patients to recognized complications and respond with appropriate interventions.
- Set up, tested and configured dialysis machinery for optimal therapies.
- Obtained blood samples for lab analysis to complete physician orders.
- Adjusted equipment to regulate flow of oxygen, gasses and aerosol compounds for patient needs.
- Monitored up to 4 patients' vital signs at a time during treatments to detect any complications promptly.
Squad Leader
US Army National Guard
San Antonio, TX
02.2021 - 02.2024
- Led team in mission planning and execution, ensuring operational readiness and efficiency.
- Coordinated training exercises to enhance tactical skills and teamwork among squad members.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations, providing feedback and mentoring to junior soldiers.
- Developed strategies for resource allocation, optimizing equipment usage during operations.
- Oversaw safety protocols, ensuring compliance with military regulations and standards.
- Maintained high morale within the squad by fostering a positive and supportive work environment.
Senior Line Medic
US Army
Fort Hood, TX
02.2018 - 02.2021
- Assessed the nature and severity of each person’s injuries to effectively triage situations and prioritize resources.
- Communicated with medical personnel and treatment facilities to obtain instructions for treatment and arrange reception of patients.
- Attended to emergency situations such as injuries and motor vehicle accidents to deliver care as qualified first responder.
- Administered basic and advanced life support at scene, en route to hospital and in pre-hospital settings.
- Assessed nature and extent of injury or illness to establish and prioritize medical procedures.
- Completed assigned tasks with little or no supervision.
- Protected privacy of patient information as required by federal law and in accordance with general health care principles.
- Documented transports to maintain accurate records of emergency and non-emergency requests.
Ambulance Driver
US Army
Fort Hood, TX
09.2017 - 02.2018
- Skilled emergency medical professional with strong customer-service focus to help patients feel comfortable and improve treatment compliance.
- Manage emergency care for pediatric through elderly populations by assessing patient conditions, initiating treatments, and administering medications.
- Expert in quickly determining needs and stabilizing patients.
- Inspected and stocked equipment and supplies daily and restocked and cleaned rig after each transport.
- Lifted and moved patients, stretchers and equipment properly and without injury to associate or patient.
- Responded to emergency medical calls and inter-facility transfers and safely operated ambulance in all weather conditions.
- Oriented and trained new ambulance drivers to maximize health, safety and comfort of vehicle occupants.
Education
EMT Level 1 - Medical
Fort Sam
San Antonio, TX08.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Schreiner University
Kerrville, TXAssociate of Science - Gunsmithing
Sonoran Desert Institute
Tempe, AZ07-2026
Skills
- Patient care
- Patient education
- Infection control standards
- Hemodialysis procedures
- Safety monitoring
- Treatment documentation
Languages
English, Native
Awards
Army Commendation Medal for Meritorious service and achievement: Winter 2018, Spring 2021
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Dialysis Technician
Davita Renal Care
09.2021 - 06.2024
Squad Leader
US Army National Guard
02.2021 - 02.2024
Senior Line Medic
US Army
02.2018 - 02.2021
Ambulance Driver
US Army
09.2017 - 02.2018
EMT Level 1 - Medical
Fort Sam
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Schreiner University
Associate of Science - Gunsmithing
Sonoran Desert Institute