Zachary Kochaphum
Concord,CA
Summary
Experienced in delivering superior emergency services, patient-focused professional who remains calm under pressure. Certifications in BLS, CPR, and PHTLS. Well-equipped to handle critical situations. Known for flexibility and strong work ethic, always ready to learn and contribute to team success.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
EMT
American Medical Response
08.2023 - Current
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
- Responded to 911 calls for medical emergencies.
Police Officer
City of Hercules
04.2022 - 11.2022
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
- Conducted preliminary investigations at scenes of major crimes.
- Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
- Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights, and transported offenders to jail.
- Enforced traffic laws and ordinances through visual observation.
EMT-Basic
American Medical Response Contra Costa County ALS
01.2020 - 04.2022
- Operated emergency vehicles with caution to keep patients, public and first responders safe.
- Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
- Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
- Reviewed inventory levels prior to shift and restocked ambulance to prepare for service.
- Performed CPR and used cardiac defibrillator to revive patients in cardiac arrest or arrythmia.
- Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
- Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
- Observed and assessed incident scenes upon arrival to determine level of safety for first responders.
American Medical Response
02.2018 - 01.2020
- Documented calls in reports detailing incident type and course of treatment.
- Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
- Operated emergency vehicles with caution to keep patients, public and first responders safe.
- Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
- Reviewed inventory levels prior to shift and restocked ambulance to prepare for service.
- Rendered direct patient care by stabilizing patients and determining course of action based on triage.
- Conducted equipment inspections and vehicle checks in adherence with required maintenance schedules.
- Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs during transit.
- Explained to conscious patients steps involved for medical evaluations and need for possible hospital transport.
EMT Skills Instructor
Mount Diablo Adult Education
06.2018 - 02.2019
- Assessed students' knowledge and skills through assignments and exams.
- Delegated patient assignments to students based on individual learning needs and patient assessments.
- Held clinical simulation projects and provided each student with individual feedback.
- Used individualized instruction techniques to educate students on patient observation, assessment, decision-making and health teaching.
NorthCreek Church, Buildings and Grounds
12.2014 - 11.2017
- Handled routine cosmetic updates such as painting walls and replacing outdated fixtures.
- Completed minor electrical, plumbing and HVAC maintenance for building occupants.
- Performed basic carpentry tasks and installed shelves, hooks and closet rods to meet customer needs.
- Shampooed carpets, washed walls, waxed and stripped floors and dusted furniture and fixtures.
- Read blueprints and specifications to determine best methods to approach maintenance projects.
- Completed production reports and work orders and submitted to management for review to maintain open and transparent operations.
- Secured personnel and premises by inspecting buildings, patrolling property and monitoring surveillance cameras.
Education
POST Certificate -
Contra Costa Office of The Sheriff
Pittsburg, CASome College (No Degree) - Fire Science
Los Medanos College
Pittsburg, CAPhlebotomy program -
Contra Costa Medical Career College
Antioch, CA01.2019
EMT Program -
Mount Diablo Adult Education School
Concord, Ca01.2017
High School Diploma -
St. Mary’s College High School
Berkeley, CA06.2014
Skills
- Vital sign assessment
- Emergency Response
- Medication administration
- Critical decision-making skills
- Field patient assessments
- Ambulance transport
- CPR and First Aid
- Scene assessments
- Defibrillation and resuscitation
- Team collaboration
- Radio communication
- Problem-solving
Certification
ICS FEMA Certifications (100, 200, 700, 800)
HAZMAT FRO
FEMA WMD/Terrorism emergency response
SEMS g606
Timeline
EMT
American Medical Response
08.2023 - Current
Police Officer
City of Hercules
04.2022 - 11.2022
EMT-Basic
American Medical Response Contra Costa County ALS
01.2020 - 04.2022
EMT Skills Instructor
Mount Diablo Adult Education
06.2018 - 02.2019
American Medical Response
02.2018 - 01.2020
NorthCreek Church, Buildings and Grounds
12.2014 - 11.2017
Phlebotomy program -
Contra Costa Medical Career College
EMT Program -
Mount Diablo Adult Education School
High School Diploma -
St. Mary’s College High School
POST Certificate -
Contra Costa Office of The Sheriff
Some College (No Degree) - Fire Science
Los Medanos College
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