Kristopher J. Harrison
Lackland AFB
Summary
Highly capable and mission-focused Air Force NCO with five years of experience leading operations in medical readiness, logistics, and equipment maintenance across two critical missions. Trusted with responsibilities beyond rank, consistently delivering results in deployment coordination, resource management, and evaluation readiness. Currently pursuing a degree in Cybersecurity, with CompTIA Security+ certification and advanced CCNA coursework, demonstrating strong technical aptitude and commitment to professional development.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Search & Extraction Medic/ Force Support NCO/ Maintenance NCO
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE
01.2021 - Current
- Adeptly learned the duties associated with the biomedical equipment technician career field. He efficiently tracked, scheduled, and shipped all medical, commercial, and calibration equipment. His organized and effective approach achieved a perfect score of 100% in an external evaluation conducted by the National Guard Bureau (NGB).
- He quickly mastered the medical deployment process, demonstrating exceptional efficiency in supporting the 149th Fighter Wing's (149th FW) Reserve Component Period 5. He successfully cleared over 80 members for deployment, including securing approval for six critical medical waivers within the 149th Medical Group, and the 149th FW.
- Tasked as an alternate for the Medical Logistics career field, he efficiently collaborated with active-duty counterparts to procure $3,000 worth of supplies. This effort supported a small medical detail responsible for medically supporting over 200 members, including 30 pilots, as part of the 149th Fighter Wing's role in Exercise Northern Strike.
- Led the Periodic Health Assessment (PHA) program for the wing, collaborating with the wing physician to review 132 PHAQs and medical history, ensuring mission readiness. Achieved an impressive 97.2% readiness rate within 4 months by prioritizing critical PHAQs, enhancing the wing's operational effectiveness.
- SSgt Harrison orchestrated a comprehensive inventory assessment of critical medical supplies worth $132,000; SSgt Harrison utilized the Defense Medical Logistics Support System, disposed of expired equipment, and ensured all authorized gear was in optimal condition, ready for immediate deployment, enhancing mission readiness.
- Inventoried, identified, and procured over $20,000 in critical medical supplies for the 149th CERFP team, directly enhancing operational readiness, and enabling the unit to meet deployment eligibility requirements. Demonstrated strategic planning and fiscal responsibility by prioritizing essential assets, streamlining supply chain coordination, and ensuring compliance with mission-critical standards under tight timelines.
- Expertly trained 42 personnel, imparting vital skills for NG-CBRN Response Enterprise Information Management Systems. This initiative standardized tactical networks, enabling seamless data sharing among CRE forces, DoD, and civilian partners, thereby amplifying operational effectiveness and inter-agency collaboration.
Emergency Medical Technician
Texas Vista Medical Center
San Antonio
08.2021 - 04.2023
- Responded to emergencies and provided immediate medical assistance including CPR.
- Documented patient information and treatment reports accurately.
- Maintained patient vital signs, including blood pressure, respiration rate, pulse rate, temperature, oxygen saturation level and pain levels.
- Assisted in minor sterile and non-sterile procedures, including chest tube insertions, IV placements, and treatment of displaced fractures
- Performed specimen collection for diagnostic testing, including blood draws, urine samples, and EKG administration
- Supported radiologic procedures by assisting with CT scans and X-ray imaging
- Applied various splinting techniques to stabilize broken extremities, adapting methods to injury type and patient needs
Skills
- Experienced mentor and supervisor, supervised 5 Airmen and newcomers
- Coached youth tee-ball for one season
- Inter-agency collaboration
- Health program management
- Time management
Education Certifications
- AAS in Liberal Arts/Sciences, Mohawk Valley Community College, Utica, New York, 2019
- AS in Information Assurance and Cybersecurity, San Antonio College, San Antonio, Texas, Enrolled, GPA 3.2
- CompTIA Security + Certification, 2024
- Hazmat Operations Certificate, 2022
- Hazmat Awareness Certificate, 2022
- Urban Search and Extraction Level 1 Certificate, 2022
- Emergency Medical Technician - Basic, 2025
- Basic Life Support, 2024
Awards
Air and Space Achievement Medal, 2024
Air and Space Forces Association Kellogg Blue Suit Award, 2023
Community Participation
Planned and coordinated retirement ceremony at the Alamo Cavalry Courtyard in San Antonio, Texas
Additional Duties
- Group PTL
- Ancillary Training Manager
- PMEL/TMDE (Precision Measurement Equipment Laboratory/ Test, Measurement, and Diagnostic Equipment) Manager
- VCO manager
- Equipment Custodian
- Retirement Ceremony Planner
Timeline
Emergency Medical Technician
Texas Vista Medical Center
08.2021 - 04.2023
Search & Extraction Medic/ Force Support NCO/ Maintenance NCO
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE
01.2021 - Current
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