Alejandro (Alex) Lopez, CHST

Experience

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  US Army

  Jul 1997 - Jun 2008

  Combat Medic Specialist

  • As a senior line medic for an infantry company, I supervised activities of field. clinical, and mobile treatment facilities for over a 150 soldiers. • Administered emergency and routine medical treatment to troops, civilians, and noncombatants in a combat and noncombat environment under the supervision of a physician. Worked very close with a Forward Surgical Team in Afghanistan and honed my skills in trauma medicine and surgical procedures. • Responsible for organizing and hosting medical training, maintaining troop medical records, daily reports, medical supply inventory and requisitions, overseeing the moral and welfare of the troops in my company. Show less

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  City of McAllen, TX

  Jan 2011 - Sept 2012

  Firefighter/Emergency Medical Technician

  • Assessed emergency conditions and responded quickly to contain fires, assist victims, and ensure community safety, protecting lives and preventing further loss of property.• Conducted on-site lifesaving medical assistance and stabilized patients prior to emergency medical services arriving at the scene for transport to higher level of care. • Ensured all firefighting equipment was available and functional during daily shift checks.

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  S & B Engineers and Constructors, Ltd.

  Sept 2012 - now

  Safety Specialist/Medic

  • As a safety specialist, serve as a resource to the field supervision and assist with the successful building of a quality product for various clients. Assist employees with reducing errors, understanding risk tolerance, reducing latent conditions, and recognizing hazards. Monitor work activities and correct unsafe acts and conditions. Conduct safety meetings, training, field audits, incident/accident investigations, and deviation analysis.• As a medic I am responsible for provided quality first aid and case management to S&B and subcontract employees. Manage all drug and alcohol screening for the site. Maintain medical documentation and incident reports. Ensure appropriate care facilities and supplies are on-site. Show less