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Overview
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Education
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Christopher Lopez

Visalia

Summary

To obtain a Firefighter/Paramedic position with the City of Visalia, where I can apply my experience in emergency response, patient assessment, fire suppression, and team leadership. I bring a proven track record of delivering high-quality care in urgent situations, a calm and focused presence under pressure, and a strong commitment to safety, professionalism, and public service. I am inspired by the Visalia Fire Department’s mission to protect all through excellent service and its vision of innovation, progressive leadership, and compassionate care.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Paramedic

Premier Ambulance
05.2024 - Current
  • Serve as primary caregiver during ALS interfacility transports (IFT); Delegate tasks to EMT partners to ensure smooth operations; Operate ambulance and advanced medical equipment safely and efficiently; Provide accurate and thorough patient care documentation; Adhere to local EMS protocols and procedures during patient treatment.

Paramedic

Royalty Ambulance
08.2023 - 05.2024
  • Lead ALS IFT transports as primary paramedic caregiver; Direct EMT partners in patient care and scene operations; Safely operate ambulance and maintain equipment readiness; Complete detailed patient care records and documentation; Deliver care in compliance with local protocols and best practices.

Firefighter/Paramedic

City of San Gabriel
09.2022 - 05.2023
  • Led patient care as primary paramedic on medical calls; Supported firefighting operations, rescue, and hazardous response; Maintained and operated Rescue Ambulance and firefighting tools; Conducted daily equipment checks and station maintenance; Participated in business inspections and community outreach events.

Paramedic

Lynch EMS
08.2021 - 12.2022
  • Provided emergency response and patient care in 9-1-1 settings; Supervised on-scene care and directed team operations; Safely operated ambulances and company equipment; Accurately completed required documentation and ensured patient confidentiality.

Paramedic/EMT-B

American Ambulance of Visalia
05.2018 - 09.2022
  • Responded to 9-1-1 calls, maintaining scene control and patient care; Assessed, prioritized, and adapted to dynamic emergency environments; Followed protocols to deliver the highest quality prehospital care; Delivered professional prehospital care and followed protocols; Performed long-distance patient transfers between facilities; Operated emergency vehicles and maintained readiness.

Firefighter (Paid-Call)

City of Farmersville Fire Department
01.2018 - 12.2020
  • Suppressed various types of fires and responded to traffic collisions; Assisted with rescues, hazardous material incidents, and medical emergencies.

Education

Paramedic in Fire Technology -

Fresno City College
01.2021

Firefighter 1 & 2 Academy - undefined

College of the Sequoias
05.2018

Skills

  • Documentation and reporting
  • Advanced life support
  • Critical decision-making skills
  • Direct patient care
  • Patient assessments
  • Emergency management
  • Safety protocols
  • Police and fire coordination

Certification

  • Paramedic, CA (Valid through January 2027)
  • CPR / BLS (Current)
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
  • CPAT (Candidate Physical Ability Test)

Timeline

Paramedic

Premier Ambulance
05.2024 - Current

Paramedic

Royalty Ambulance
08.2023 - 05.2024

Firefighter/Paramedic

City of San Gabriel
09.2022 - 05.2023

Paramedic

Lynch EMS
08.2021 - 12.2022

Paramedic/EMT-B

American Ambulance of Visalia
05.2018 - 09.2022

Firefighter (Paid-Call)

City of Farmersville Fire Department
01.2018 - 12.2020

Firefighter 1 & 2 Academy - undefined

College of the Sequoias

Paramedic in Fire Technology -

Fresno City College
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