Christopher Thoryk
Cincinnati,OH
Summary
Dynamic medical leader with extensive experience at CSTARS-Cincinnati, driving operational excellence and strategic planning. Proven track record in enhancing force readiness and medical capabilities, leveraging critical care transport planning and effective communication. Successfully managed diverse teams, optimizing resources to support high-demand missions and improve patient outcomes.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Superintendent
CSTARS-Cincinnati
Wright-Patterson AFB, OH
03.2023 - Current
- Lead 26-person medical integration team, advising site Director and division Commander on strategic planning to align current medical missions with anticipated future conflicts.
- Partner with Air Mobility Command, Air Force Surgeon General, and MAJCOM Career Field Managers to amplify force readiness and medical capability.
- Collaborate with AFRL research to optimize En Route Care training and logistics, transforming human capital management for sustained, scalable operations.
- Superintendent, 711th HPW/USAFSAM, Wright-Patterson AFB, OH
Functional Manager
711th HPW
Wright-Patterson AFB, OH
03.2023 - Current
- Manage 14 Respiratory Care Practitioners across 8 geographically separated units; advise site leadership on manpower utilization and MAJCOM resource allocations.
- Facilitate strategic staffing decisions to sustain high-demand medical missions and ensure readiness across distributed operations.
- Functional Manager, 711th HPW/USAFSAM, Wright-Patterson AFB, OH
AFSOC MAJCOM Functional Manager
720th OSS/SOST Det 2
Las Vegas, NV
10.2021 - 03.2023
- Led an AFSC Education Campaign, producing a virtual manual to synchronize leadership and talent development for 240 Respiratory Care Practitioners across 11 MAJCOMs.
- Directed cross-unit collaboration with 6 practitioners across 2 locations; advised Commanders on manpower and MAJCOM resource allocations.
- AFSOC MAJCOM Functional Manager, 720th OSS/SOST Det 2, Las Vegas, NV
Operations Superintendent
720th OSS/SOST Det 2
Las Vegas, NV
07.2019 - 03.2023
- Secured $9M in funding to support 20 TDYs and 3 joint exercises, validating 176 Tier 1 operators and 3 surgical teams; enabled medical contingencies for 4 SOCOM deployment cycles.
- Operations Superintendent, 720th OSS/SOST Det 2, Las Vegas, NV
Senior Enlisted Leader
720th OSS/SOST Det 2
Las Vegas, NV
03.2022 - 12.2022
- Directed daily manning, resource allocation, and exercise planning for surgical teams; orchestrated tempo for contingency and enduring mission cycles.
- Embedded at a Level 1 Trauma Center, overseeing mechanical ventilation, airway management, and comprehensive care for ~800 patients across ER, ICU, trauma, and burn units.
- Senior Enlisted Leader, 720th OSS/SOST Det 2, Las Vegas, NV
Critical Care Air Transport Initial Course NCOIC / Instructor
711th HPW/USAFSAM
Dayton, OH
12.2015 - 07.2019
- Certified AETC Air Force Instructor and led enlisted medical education programs, training 1,000+ military physicians, nurses, respiratory care practitioners, Public Health personnel, and partner nations in air evacuation.
- Critical Care Air Transport Initial Course NCOIC / Instructor, 711th HPW/USAFSAM, Dayton, OH
Respiratory Care Practitioner
959 MDS
San Antonio, TX
08.2011 - 12.2015
- Served as shift supervisor and lead military practitioner preceptor; managed 14 staff, trained 20 personnel, and treated ~3,500 patients.
- Respiratory Care Practitioner, 959 MDS, San Antonio, TX
Education
BAS - Respiratory Therapy
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH01.2022
AAS - Respiratory Care Practitioner
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL01.2013
Skills
- Operational leadership and mission focus
- Tactical casualty care
- Critical care transport planning
- Medical research and evidence-based practice
- Strategic medical planning
- Team leadership
- Effective communication
Why Zoll Should Hire
The candidate brings a proven track record of elevating medical readiness in high-stakes environments, directly aligning with ZOLL’s mission to deliver advanced life-support and critical care solutions to military and austere settings. Demonstrated ability to translate strategic aims into scalable training, staffing, and logistics—crucial for deploying ZOLL’s devices, telemetry, and en route care capabilities across joint operations. Strong collaboration with DoD medical leaders and research partners ensures rapid adoption and integration of innovative solutions, a valuable asset for a company focused on field-ready, reliable medical technology.
Clearance
TS/SCI
Certifications And Professional Associations
- AARC / NBRC aligned practices and standards (as applicable)
- AFSOC Medical Operations Planning Course
- Clearance and regulatory compliance as required by position
Activities And Deployments
- Deployed three times: twice to Germany on CCAT teams; one assignment with SOST during Kabul retrograde at HKIA
- Collaborates with American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC) and NBRC to align military and civilian standards
- Certified in AFSOC Medical Operations Planning; deep knowledge of asset logistics across remote and joint environments
Accomplishments
Bronze Star Medal
Certification
2022 Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Credentialed
Timeline
Superintendent
CSTARS-Cincinnati
03.2023 - Current
Functional Manager
711th HPW
03.2023 - Current
Senior Enlisted Leader
720th OSS/SOST Det 2
03.2022 - 12.2022
AFSOC MAJCOM Functional Manager
720th OSS/SOST Det 2
10.2021 - 03.2023
Operations Superintendent
720th OSS/SOST Det 2
07.2019 - 03.2023
Critical Care Air Transport Initial Course NCOIC / Instructor
711th HPW/USAFSAM
12.2015 - 07.2019
Respiratory Care Practitioner
959 MDS
08.2011 - 12.2015
BAS - Respiratory Therapy
University of Cincinnati
AAS - Respiratory Care Practitioner
Community College of The Air Force