Christopher Jerrell

Christopher Jerrell began his EMS career in 2015 at Union Emergency Medical Services, where he built a strong foundation as an Emergency Medical Technician. Guided by the mentorship of seasoned providers, he advanced to the role of Basic Life Support Field Training Officer and soon pursued Paramedic training. After earning both his state and national Paramedic credentials, Christopher joined Mecklenburg EMS Agency (MEDIC) in 2017. There, he discovered a passion for progressive, high-performance EMS and quickly advanced through roles including Paramedic Non-Crew Chief, Paramedic Crew Chief, and Field Training Officer before stepping into his current position as Assistant Operations Supervisor.

Two standout accomplishments reflect Christopher’s dedication to both patient care and mentoring: every new hire employee and Paramedic trainee he has guided has achieved a 100% first attempt pass rate on all required evaluations, and from 2017 through 2024, he achieved return of spontaneous circulation (ROSC) on 33 patients. He also served as a Team Lead Administrator for MEDIC’s COVID-19 vaccine clinic, where his leadership helped ensure zero vaccine waste, and has represented the agency in community programs such as the launch of the PulsePoint Respond App and the Keep the Beat initiative to promote bystander CPR. In addition, Christopher serves on MEDIC’s dignitary protection team, providing medical coverage for high- profile officials and events.

Beyond his professional achievements, Christopher has a passion for travel and personal growth. He has set two lifelong goals: to visit all 50 U.S. states and to experience every continent in the world. His commitment to service, leadership, and excellence in patient care embodies the spirit of EMS and continues to inspire those around him.

Mecklenburg EMS Agency is proud to honor Christopher Jerrell as a 2025 Star of Life.