As a critical care paramedic, Jim brings 40 years of experience in critical care, 9-1-1, and medevac to the profession. He holds a BS in Community Health and an MA in Higher Education Administration and has decades of experience as a practitioner, educator, and administrator. His areas of expertise include trauma and pediatrics. Jim works full-time as the Trauma Educator for PeaceHealth Riverbend Trauma Center and serves as the Chair of the Oregon State EMS Committee.