Fares Alhazmi
Riyadh
Summary
Senior Disaster Management & Planning Specialist with 8+ years of expertise in Emergency Care, Crisis, Business Continuity, and Strategy Response & Planning. Proven track record in coordinating disaster response, conducting drills, and training Disaster Management Officers. Recognized for designing comprehensive emergency plans and enhancing Emergency Command Centers. Effective in daily operations management, driving operational excellence, and implementing digital solutions for disaster management.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
DISASTER MANAGEMENT & PLANNING SPECIALIST
KING ABDULAZIZ MEDICAL CITY
01.2019 - Current
- Developed and implemented comprehensive disaster management protocols for the institute, ensuring readiness and response effectiveness
- Directed operations and strategic growth of the Emergency Command Center, overseeing daily activities and spearheading continuous improvement initiatives
- Conducted annual disaster drills to assess and enhance institutional preparedness, coordinating multi-departmental participation and evaluating outcomes
- Developed and implemented strategies to grow the Institute, were responsible for expanding the emergency command center and launching new projects regarding disaster response and preparedness
- Recruited, hired, and developed a team of 24 talented professionals who were capable of delivering high-quality solutions such as; Call Handling Systems, 911 Dispatch Protocols and Procedures, Emergency Medical Codes Protocols, Communication Tools, Quality Assurance Programs
- In charge of the Emergency Command Center & Tele-ER Consultation: Collaborated with the Clinical Strategy Department to optimize patient outcomes during tele-ER consultations
- Developed a daily progress report worksheet to track performance, achieving a 95% completion rate
- Coordinated efforts to reach out to patients who left without treatment, offering follow-up consultations
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive disaster preparedness plan for the new Women's Health Hospital at King Abdulaziz Medical City
- Trained over 200 staff members on emergency protocols specific to women's health hospital services
- Actively participated in and contributed to the inaugural Business Continuity Planning meetings
- Collaborated with the IT department to create a web-based application for disaster notification
- Designed to send tailored messages to key stakeholders during emergencies, with customizable lists for different disaster scenarios
- Enhanced interdepartmental communication by 30% through the development and implementation of a web-based application, facilitating more effective collaboration among key stakeholders
- Co-Lead the Command Center team that won the Health Performance (ADA'A) Award for excellence in digital healthcare services (2023), receiving 1st place specifically for virtual emergency services.
TRAINER FOR DISASTER MANAGEMENT OFFICERS
SAUDI HEALTH COUNCIL
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Successfully trained the inaugural cohort of disaster management officers, consisting of 23 students
- Delivered comprehensive class lectures covering essential disaster management principles and practices
- Developed and administered examinations to assess students' knowledge and proficiency
- Designed and facilitated group exercises to promote practical understanding and teamwork skills
- Provided individualized guidance and support to ensure the success and competency of each student.
Education
Bachelor of Science Emergency Services Administration -
UTAH VALLEY UNIVERSITY
UTAH, USA01.2015
Skills
- Disaster Planning & Response
- Emergency Management
- Business Continuity Planning
- Crisis Communication
- Team Leadership & Development
- Strategic Planning & Operations Management
- Risk Assessment & Mitigation Strategies
- Training & Public Speaking
- Digital Solutions for Disaster Management
- Time Management
- Excellent Communication
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Organizational Skills
Certification
- Advanced Disaster Life Support
- Certified Practical Business Continuity & Crisis Management
- Project Management for Non Project Managers
- The Project Management Fundamentals Course
- ISO 22301 - Business Continuity Management
- Total Quality Management TQM
- Crisis & Risk Management
Accomplishments
- Implemented Disaster Preparedness Plan for Women's Health Hospital.
- Contributed to Business Continuity Initiatives
- Award-Winning Virtual Emergency Services
- Developed Web-Based Disaster Notification System
- Trainer for 1st batch of Disaster Management Officers
Referencesavailable
Available once requested
Timeline
TRAINER FOR DISASTER MANAGEMENT OFFICERS
SAUDI HEALTH COUNCIL
06.2024 - 08.2024
DISASTER MANAGEMENT & PLANNING SPECIALIST
KING ABDULAZIZ MEDICAL CITY
01.2019 - Current
Bachelor of Science Emergency Services Administration -
UTAH VALLEY UNIVERSITY
- Advanced Disaster Life Support
- Certified Practical Business Continuity & Crisis Management
- Project Management for Non Project Managers
- The Project Management Fundamentals Course
- ISO 22301 - Business Continuity Management
- Total Quality Management TQM
- Crisis & Risk Management
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