Christopher Williams
Spring Valley,CA
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Fleet Marine Force Hospital Corpsman
U.S. Navy Active Duty
San Diego
04.2004 - 04.2024
- Provided medical care to Marines and Sailors aboard ship and ashore.
- Assisted in operating room procedures, including pre-operative prep and post-operative recovery of patients.
- Performed daily sick call for over 100 personnel.
- Monitored vital signs and administered medications as needed.
- Instructed classes on basic first aid techniques and preventive medicine practices.
- Maintained a sterile environment during surgical procedures.
- Prepared patient records, reports, and other administrative documents related to health services rendered.
- Collected specimens for laboratory analysis according to standard protocols.
- Responded quickly and efficiently to emergency situations in order to stabilize patients before transport.
- Counseled patients on health maintenance, nutrition, lifestyle changes.
- Updated immunization records according to Department of Defense standards.
- Inspected medical facilities regularly for safety compliance with applicable regulations.
- Provided support in triage situations by evaluating incoming casualties for severity of injury or illness.
- Administered vaccinations as required by military policy.
- Ensured all medical equipment was properly maintained and calibrated according to manufacturer instructions.
- Administered medications and immunizations.
- Performed both emergency and routine medical procedures in high-pressure environments.
- Maintained health records for marine platoons.
- Performed medical duties for preventive and unscheduled care by conducting lab work, x-rays, phlebotomy and IV fluid administration.
- Performed eye exams, dental inspections and physical exams to promote full-body health.
- Built and fostered emotional connections with soldiers to reduce anxiety.
- Administered first aid treatment or life support in prehospital settings.
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical history and details on current issues.
- Calmed patients by carefully explaining each step and remaining composed.
- Assessed scene upon arrival for possible hazards or dangerous situations.
- Collaborated with team members and other first responders, ensuring consistent communication to maintain order and efficient care delivery.
- Collaborated with medical personnel to quickly treat and transport patients.
- Monitored and replenished ambulance supplies, maintaining well-stocked inventory and properly functioning equipment.
- Immobilized patients for transport using backboard or other spinal mobilization.
- Positioned patients in preparation for treatment and transport.
- Reported infectious disease cases to appropriate medical authorities.
- Fabricated and repaired full and partial dentures, crowns, bridges, veneers, inlays and onlays, implant abutments and other dental prostheses.
- Maintained records of materials used for each case.
- Performed quality control checks on all products produced.
- Made impressions of patients' teeth using alginate or other impression material.
- Used a variety of hand tools such as files, pliers and knives to make adjustments to dental prostheses.
- Cleaned molds and casts from plaster models prior to fabrication of restorations.
- Assisted in the training of new technicians when needed.
- Built custom trays for taking impressions of patients' mouths.
- Designed wax patterns for casting metal frameworks for removable partials or complete dentures according to prescription instructions.
- Assembled finished dental prosthesis components into pre-fabricated metal frameworks according to prescription instructions.
- Polished all completed workpieces with pumice wheels or other polishing agents before delivery to dentist's office.
- Utilized digital scanning technology to create 3D images of patient's teeth.
- Inspected castings for accuracy against original model before finishing process was started.
- Created night guards and mouth guards by fabricating acrylic splints from impressions taken from patients' mouths.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies needed for daily operations in the lab.
- Troubleshot technical issues with machinery related to production processes.
- Ordered replacement parts for machines when necessary.
- Created artificial teeth by bonding porcelain to metal, producing attractive and durable dental work.
- Built and shaped wax teeth using small hand tools.
- Polished finished work to smooth rough edges and provide ideal fit.
- Melted metals or mixed plasters, acrylic and porcelain to pour into molds, creating dental apparatuses and prosthetics.
- Matched appearance of natural teeth by applying stains and glazes to restorations.
- Modeled patient mouth to produce accurate fits by using dental impression plaster and molds.
- Marked impressions with case numbers for easy patient identification.
- Reviewed prescription orders, promptly filling medications.
- Cleaned and calibrated laboratory equipment.
- Supervised or instructed new technicians on laboratory protocols.
- Rebuilt and replaced linings, wire sections and missing teeth to repair dentures.
- Loaded newly constructed teeth into porcelain furnaces to bake onto metal framework.
- Shaped and soldered wire and metal frames and bands for dental appliances using irons and other hands and powered tools.
- Loaded and unloaded medical supplies onto delivery truck.
- Verified orders to ensure accuracy of items requested.
- Delivered medical supplies to hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare facilities in a timely manner.
- Maintained records of deliveries, pickups, and inventories.
- Organized the cargo area of the vehicle for efficient loading and unloading of packages.
- Ensured that all safety requirements were met while operating a motor vehicle.
- Followed company policies related to safe driving practices and defensive driving techniques.
- Provided customer service by answering questions regarding products or services delivered.
- Inspected vehicle before leaving on each route for safety purposes.
- Checked oil, water, fuel levels and tire pressure prior to departure from warehouse facility.
- Greeted customers in a courteous and professional manner upon arrival at destination sites.
- Assisted with loading and unloading medical supplies when needed at various healthcare locations.
- Responded quickly to changes in routes due to traffic conditions or other factors outside normal operations.
- Completed paperwork related to completed deliveries accurately and legibly.
- Notified management of any issues encountered during delivery runs such as damaged goods or incorrect orders.
- Utilized GPS navigation systems to locate addresses for delivery destinations.
- Transported and safely delivered items to prevent damage or loss.
- Returned empty containers back to warehouse facility after completing delivery run.
- Navigated routes with relevant map programs and GPS systems.
- Handled customer service complaints with utmost professionalism and knowledgeable responses to maintain trust and company loyalty.
- Obeyed traffic laws and follow established traffic and transportation procedures.
- Grouped and routed deliveries according to designated areas to maintain efficient delivery times.
- Delivered rush merchandise on tight schedules to meet customer targets.
- Loaded trucks and safely secured merchandise to prevent damage during transportation.
- Notified customers of delays to decrease calls to support.
- Verified deliveries against shipping instructions prior to delivering to customers.
- Inspected vehicle and maintained gas, oil and water levels.
- Communicated frequently with dispatch to relay route changes and delays impacting customer delivery timetables.
- Reviewed and verified invoices and purchase requests to confirm accuracy.
- Checked shipping papers to determine nature of load and presence of hazardous materials.
- Drove vehicles safely, obeying traffic laws and transportation procedures to avoid accidents.
- Promoted positive customer service by delivering on-time shipments and fully resolving issues.
- Kept accurate logs of all deliveries and trips.
- Loaded and unloaded vehicles at distribution center and delivery address.
- Determined optimal routes based on GPS application information and knowledge of local routes.
- Reported mechanical problems encountered with vehicles to dispatch.
- Managed accurate recordkeeping by distributing invoices, collecting payments and updating logs.
- Filed vehicle logs, cargo records or billing statements according to company regulations.
- Reported delays and accidents to stations using telephones or two-way radios.
- Conducted pre-inspections to keep trucks reliable and well-maintained.
- Processed shipment documents neatly and efficiently for each load.
- Contacted customers prior to delivery to coordinate delivery times.
- Inspected vehicles' condition, supplies and equipment before and after trips
- Provided direction to staff regarding job duties, safety protocols, and customer service expectations.
- Conducted performance reviews and provided feedback to ensure maximum productivity.
- Supervised and coordinated the daily activities of a work center consisting of 50 employees.
- Developed and implemented policies and procedures to improve operational efficiency.
- Monitored workflow to identify areas for improvement in quality control and production output.
- Resolved conflicts between team members by providing guidance and support.
- Interpreted company policies, procedures, regulations, and collective bargaining agreements as necessary.
- Facilitated training sessions on new processes or equipment.
- Scheduled employee shifts according to workloads and customer needs.
- Ensured compliance with safety guidelines, labor laws, company policies.
- Maintained accurate records of personnel data such as timecards, attendance logs.
- Assigned tasks to employees based on their skillsets while ensuring equitable distribution of workloads.
- Held regular meetings with staff to discuss goals, objectives, changes in policy, procedure.
- Implemented corrective action plans when needed due to poor performance or disciplinary issues.
- Analyzed reports detailing production trends in order to adjust staffing levels accordingly.
- Managed inventory levels by ordering supplies when needed or disposing of excess materials.
- Participated in recruitment efforts by interviewing prospective candidates for open positions.
- Managed $3.2 mil worth of equipment used for simulation training and real-world activities.
- Coached staff members to develop long-term career goals.
- Resolved customer complaints and adjusted policies to meet changing needs.
- Maintained operating schedules to provide effective coverage for key areas and achieve objectives.
- Identified and corrected performance and personnel issues to reduce impact to business operations.
- Responded to employee concerns or complaints by coordinating with human resources team to solve issues.
- Coordinated with other supervisors, combining group efforts to achieve goals.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Guided employees in handling difficult or complex problems.
- Trained employees on best practices and protocols while managing teams to maintain optimal productivity.
- Discussed job performance problems with employees, identifying causes and issues to find solutions.
- Issued work schedules, duty assignments and deadlines for office or administrative staff.
- Reviewed reports on employee attendance, productivity and effectiveness to evaluate performance.
- Developed work schedules according to budgets and workloads, covering priority tasks.
- Implemented departmental policies and standards in conjunction with management to streamline internal processes.
- Recommended solutions related to staffing issues and proposed procedural changes to managers.
- Inspected hazardous materials sites to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Conducted regular maintenance and repairs of hazmat equipment.
- Performed emergency response duties in the event of a hazardous material incident.
- Coordinated with other personnel to develop and implement effective plans for safe handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials.
- Reviewed documents such as manifests, labels, shipping papers, and safety data sheets to determine appropriate response measures for hazardous material incidents.
- Ensured proper packaging and labeling of hazardous materials prior to transport.
- Assessed risks associated with working with different types of hazardous materials.
- Developed procedures for safely handling, storing, disposing, and transporting hazardous materials.
- Maintained records related to the transportation and disposal of hazardous waste streams.
- Documented all activities related to managing hazardous waste streams.
- Implemented safety protocols when responding to emergency situations involving hazmat releases.
- Educated personnel on safe work practices while dealing with potentially toxic substances.
- Analyzed samples from contaminated sites using specialized laboratory equipment.
- Responded promptly to customer inquiries regarding hazmat-related issues.
- Participated in training programs designed to enhance knowledge and skills in hazard identification and risk assessment techniques.
- Managed inventory levels for supplies used in cleanup operations following a hazmat incident.
- Performed ventilation and entry operations to secure hazardous environment.
- Protected emergency response forces, responding to calls and hazardous material incidents.
- Inspected commercial and public buildings to comply with fire codes and inspection standards.
- Used effective interpersonal and solution-oriented skills to maintain excellent customer service.
Education
Associate of Arts - Art
Grossmont College
El Cajon, CA05-2004
High School Diploma -
Monte Vista High School
Spring Valley, CA05-2000
Timeline
Fleet Marine Force Hospital Corpsman
U.S. Navy Active Duty
04.2004 - 04.2024
Associate of Arts - Art
Grossmont College
High School Diploma -
Monte Vista High School