ALBERTO JUANICO CELA
Syracuse
Summary
Clinical Operations Specialist and NREMT-Certified EMT with 10 years of experience optimizing patient flow, coordinating multidisciplinary care, and managing medical readiness and compliance programs in high-volume clinical and operational environments. Proven leader in Aid Station operations, medical logistics, staff training, and emergency response. Adept at translating military medical systems into efficient, patient-centered hospital workflows. Recognized with EFMB, multiple ARCOMs and AAMs, and superior NCOER performance. Skilled in improving operational efficiency, maintaining regulatory compliance, and supporting clinical teams across diverse care settings.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Army Medical Department Recruiter
US Army
Syracuse, NY
06.2025 - Current
- Developed and implemented recruitment strategies to attract diverse talent for various Army positions.
- Collaborated with hiring managers to define job requirements and create effective recruitment plans.
- Conducted comprehensive interviews and assessments to evaluate candidate qualifications and fit for roles.
- Streamlined onboarding processes, enhancing new hire integration and training efficiency across units.
Clinical Operations Lead / Emergency Care Sergeant
U.S. Army
Fort Stewart, GA
01.2022 - 05.2025
- Directed daily clinical operations for a high-volume Aid Station supporting 500+ patients, ensuring efficient patient flow, documentation accuracy, and continuity of care.
- Increased medical readiness to 95%, overseeing compliance tracking, immunizations, screenings, and provider follow-ups using MEDPROS/MWDE.
- Delivered 160+ hours of medical training and certified 130+ personnel, improving clinical competency and standardizing care delivery across multinational teams.
- Coordinated evacuation and emergency response operations for 600+ personnel, including 50+ real-world casualties, ensuring safe, timely, and compliant patient transfers.
- Managed $400K+ in medical equipment with 100% accountability, supporting operational readiness and clinical safety.
- Supported large-scale medical operations during gunnery, LFX, STX, and multinational exercises involving 500+ personnel.
- Deployed under NATO orders to Poland (2023–2024), supporting multinational medical operations and interoperability.
Medical Instructor / Emergency Treatment NCO
U.S. Army
Fort Eustis, VA
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Delivered primary medical care aboard maritime vessels across 30,000+ nautical miles, supporting patient stabilization, emergency response, and continuity of care.
- Developed and implemented a vessel-specific first responder training program adopted across the detachment, improving emergency response capability.
- Managed $250K+ in medical equipment with zero loss, ensuring operational readiness and compliance with safety standards.
- Provided lifesaving care during maritime emergencies and coordinated medical evacuation procedures.
- Mentored junior medical staff, improving clinical competency, readiness, and promotion rates.
- Earned the Army Sea Duty Ribbon for maritime medical service.
Ambulance Aide / Driver
U.S. Army
Fort Bragg, NC
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Delivered emergency medical treatment and transport in garrison and field environments, supporting high-volume patient care operations.
- Assisted with triage, stabilization, and documentation during training events and real-world emergencies.
- Awarded ARCOM for clinical excellence and superior patient care.
- Supported NATO-authorized movements and multinational medical operations.
Education
Healthcare Recruiting Course -
Army Recruiting And Retention College
Fort Knox, KY02-2026
No Degree - Commandant’s List
Army Recruiting And Retention College
Fort Knox01-2025
Advanced Leader Course - Professional Development
Fort Sam Houston NCO Academy
Fort Sam Houston, TX08-2024
Basic Leader Course - Professional Development
Fort Bragg NCO Academy
Fort Bragg, NC11-2019
Combat Medic Specialist Training - undefined
01-2017
Skills
- MEDPROS
- MWDE
- TC3
- EHR Documentation
- Medical Logistics
- Readiness Reporting
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Training Development
- Emergency Response Protocols
- Patient Flow Optimization
- Administrative skills
- Team collaboration
Certification
- NREMT – EMT (Exp. 2027-03-31)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) (Exp. 2027-01-13)
- Advanced Life Support (ALS) (Exp. 2026-08-19)
- Expert Field Medical Badge (EFMB)
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Army Medical Department Recruiter
US Army
06.2025 - Current
Clinical Operations Lead / Emergency Care Sergeant
U.S. Army
01.2022 - 05.2025
Medical Instructor / Emergency Treatment NCO
U.S. Army
01.2020 - 01.2022
Ambulance Aide / Driver
U.S. Army
01.2017 - 01.2020
Combat Medic Specialist Training - undefined
Healthcare Recruiting Course -
Army Recruiting And Retention College
No Degree - Commandant’s List
Army Recruiting And Retention College
Advanced Leader Course - Professional Development
Fort Sam Houston NCO Academy
Basic Leader Course - Professional Development
Fort Bragg NCO Academy
AWARDS
Army Commendation Medal (3), Army Achievement Medal (5), Expert Field Medical Badge, Army Sea Duty Ribbon, Good Conduct Medal (2), Armed Forces Service Medal, Recruiting Ribbon, Certificates of Achievement (4), Army Superior Unit Award
DEPLOYMENTS & SPECIAL ASSIGNMENTS
- NATO Deployment – Poland (2023–2024) – Operation European Assure, Deter, and Reinforce
- NATO Deployment – Albania & Europe (2020)
- Maritime Medical Operations – 30,000+ nautical miles aboard LSV-1/LSV-5
- Sea Duty Ribbon (2021)