James R. Pogue, Sr

James Pogue has over 15 years of experience in the EMS field, excelling in Emergency Response, Safety Management, Health Compliance, Quality Control, On-the-Scene Treatment, Transportation, and Patient/Victim Relations. He is adept at team-structured emergency response and quick decision-making in critical situations. Currently pursuing a Master's of Science in Emergency Management and Disaster Science from the University of North Texas, having already completed a Bachelor's of Applied Arts and Science.

His educational background includes training in Offshore and Confined Space Competency, Fire Instructor I certification from Texas A&M Engineering Extension System (TEEX), EMT to Paramedic studies at Collin County Community College, Marine Biology studies at Texas A&M University at Galveston, a Diploma from Liberty Hill High School, and a Master of Science in Emergency Management & Disaster Science from the University of North Texas. He also holds Associate of Arts and Sciences in Emergency Medical Services from Collin College, a BAAS from the University of North Texas, and Firefighter certification from HAZCO.

Throughout his career, James has been involved in various roles such as SNS Coordinator at Dallas County, Emergency Management Intern at Dallas County Office of Homeland Security & Emergency Management, Housing Inspector at WSP USA, Lead Paramedic/Lab Supervisor at Prestige ER, Paramedic at Highland Park Emergency Center, Medical Staff Associate at CSL Plasma, Vessel Medic/Ship's Clerk/Vessel Safety Officer at SURF Subsea, Inc., Fire Fighter/Paramedic at Bonham Fire Department, and Paramedic at CareFlite.