Stuart "Kris" Peterson
Summary
Experienced multi-discliplined Lead Paramedic, Flight Paramedic, Soldier and Firefighter with a demonstrated history of providing leadership based results. Skilled in operational planning, team building, customer service, emergency medical services, and military operations. Strong operations professional with two Associate’s Degrees focused in Paramedicine and Fire Protection Technology from Portland Community College. Soundly makes decisions based from formal leadership education and over two decades of real world experience.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
FTO/Lead Paramedic
American Medical Response
12.2023 - Current
- Trained and mentored junior paramedics on proper protocols, techniques, and best practices
- Provided leadership and oversight to teams of responders, ensuring efficient and effective response to emergency situations
- Demonstrated exceptional clinical skills in performing advanced medical procedures and treatment interventions
Firefighter Paramedic
City of Forest Grove Fire & Rescue
01.2022 - Current
- Responded to emergency calls for medical assistance and fire suppression, demonstrating quick thinking and the ability to perform life-saving interventions under high-pressure situations
- Conducted patient assessments, administered medications, and applied life-saving interventions in high-stress and time-critical situations
- Maintained and operated firefighting and medical equipment, vehicles, and tools in compliance with safety protocols and regulations
Flight Paramedic NCO
Army National Guard
06.2020 - 04.2025
- Demonstrate expertise in providing critical care medical treatment and transportation for patients in emergency air medical situations.
- Administer advanced life support interventions, including intubation, medication administration, and cardiac monitoring, in high-pressure environments.
- Adhere to strict safety protocols and regulations while operating in a fast-paced, dynamic air medical hoist operations to ensure the highest level of patient outcomes.
Paramedic Field Supervisor
Metro West Ambulance
05.2015 - 05.2022
- Coordinated with other emergency response agencies to ensure seamless communication and collaboration during emergencies
- Managed scheduling, staffing assignments, and performance evaluations for paramedic team
- Supervised a team of paramedics and EMT's in responding to emergency medical calls and providing advanced life support services
Infantry Platoon Sergeant
Oregon Army National Guard
04.2014 - 06.2020
- Provided leadership and guidance to a team of 30+ infantry soldiers in training exercises and combat missions
- Managed administrative tasks such as scheduling, evaluations, and disciplinary actions to maintain unit cohesion and effectiveness
- Oversaw the maintenance and accountability of over $500,000 worth of equipment and resources
Locomotive Conductor
Portland and Western Railroad
11.2005 - 12.2010
- Communicate with dispatchers, and engineers to coordinate train movements
- Adhere to all safety regulations and company policies to prevent accidents and ensure safety
- Monitor track conditions, signals, and other factors to ensure safe and timely operation of trains
Education
Associate's - EMS - Paramedic
Portland Community College
Portland, OR12-2024
Infantry Senior Leader Course
Yakima, WA12-2021
Associate’s Degree - Fire Protection Technology
Portland Community College
12-2015
Skills
- Customer Service
- Military Operations
- High-Pressure Decision Making
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Patient Assessment and Management
- Team Building
- Documentation
Certification
Oregon Paramedic
NREMT Paramedic
NFPA Firefighter I & II DPSST
NFPA Fire Apparatus Operator/Driver DPSST
NFPA Mobile Water Supply DPSST
NFPA Wildland Fire Apparatus DPSST
NFPA Apparatus Equipped with Fire Pump DPSST
Timeline
FTO/Lead Paramedic
American Medical Response
12.2023 - Current
Firefighter Paramedic
City of Forest Grove Fire & Rescue
01.2022 - Current
Flight Paramedic NCO
Army National Guard
06.2020 - 04.2025
Paramedic Field Supervisor
Metro West Ambulance
05.2015 - 05.2022
Infantry Platoon Sergeant
Oregon Army National Guard
04.2014 - 06.2020
Locomotive Conductor
Portland and Western Railroad
11.2005 - 12.2010
Associate's - EMS - Paramedic
Portland Community College
Infantry Senior Leader Course
Associate’s Degree - Fire Protection Technology
Portland Community College
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