Christopher Pezina
Alice,Tx
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
EMT-Basic
Allegiance Mobile Health
10.2019 - Current
- Administered basic life support and first aid to patients in emergency situations
- Assisted in patient transport by securing and monitoring individuals during transit
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure effective communication regarding patient conditions
- Maintained equipment readiness by performing routine checks and reporting deficiencies
- Participated in training sessions to enhance knowledge of emergency response protocols
- Documented patient information accurately to facilitate seamless handoff to medical facilities
- Responded promptly to emergency calls, demonstrating quick decision-making skills under pressure
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Controlled wounds and injuries en-route to hospitals, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions pre-arrival.
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
Equipment Operator
Coil Tubing Partners
02.2017 - 10.2019
- Operated and maintained complex coil tubing equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot equipment issues and implement timely solutions.
- Conducted routine inspections and preventative maintenance on machinery, enhancing reliability and safety.
- Trained junior operators on equipment operation, safety protocols, and best practices.
- Maintained and cleaned equipment after each job and inspected.
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Ensured safe working environment through adherence to safety guidelines and protocols for equipment operation.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Completed minor repairs and replacements of equipment parts to restore functionality.
- Participated in regular safety meetings to reinforce best practices within the team and ensure a hazard-free workplace.
EMT-Basic
Airmed EMS
01.2016 - 02.2017
- Engaged in community outreach programs to promote awareness of health and safety practices
- Communicated with patients about pain, comfort, and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation of treatments to enable tracking history and safeguard information.
- Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
- Trained EMTs in basic life support skills, oxygen therapy, and wound care.
- Utilized oxygen tanks, EKG and IVs to perform various medical procedures.
- Administered emergency medication to patients, quickly responding to changes in conditions and medication reactions.
- Collaborated with medical professionals to communicate patient needs with accuracy and speed using hospital and medical codes.
- Responded to 911 calls for medical emergencies.
- Transported patients to medical facilities and provided transportation to follow-up appointments.
- Handled patient transfers from one medical facility to another.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families.
- Followed all safety protocols and took necessary precautions while providing care.
- Trained new EMTs on proper protocols and procedures.
Education
No Degree - EMT
South Texas College
McAllen, TX01-2016
High School Diploma -
Alice High School
Alice, TX03-2003
Skills
- Basic life support
- Vital sign assessment
- Critical decision-making skills
- Patient assessments
- Patient evaluations
- Vital signs monitoring
- Bleeding control
- Triaging
- Emergency patient triage
- Emergency management
- Direct patient care
- Patient management
- Patient stabilization
Certification
- EMT - Certified Emergency Medical Technician
Languages
English
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
EMT-Basic
Allegiance Mobile Health
10.2019 - Current
Equipment Operator
Coil Tubing Partners
02.2017 - 10.2019
EMT-Basic
Airmed EMS
01.2016 - 02.2017
No Degree - EMT
South Texas College
High School Diploma -
Alice High School