Braxtyn Armstrong
Savannah,GA
Summary
Special Operations Flight Paramedic with the US Army's 160th SOAR, skilled in emergency medicine and critical thinking. Proven track record in enhancing team readiness and planning/executing medical contingencies for no-fail Special Operations missions. Committed to continuous learning and fostering teamwork in high-stakes environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Operations Flight Paramedic
US Army: 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment (Abn)
08.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with team members to plan and execute medical contingencies for tactical operations during 2 deployments.
- Administered advanced life support and critical care in high-pressure air medical environments.
- Participated in 50 joint special operations training exercises with partner forces to strengthen interoperability and improve overall mission effectiveness.
- Conducted 30 classes teaching non-medical personnel on basic first aid techniques, validating them to effectively respond and assist in emergencies when necessary.
- Engaged in annual continuous learning opportunities to enhance clinical skills and operational effectiveness.
- Completed 1,100 hours shadowing an M.D. in last 12 months varying in Emergency Department and Health Clinic
Combat Medic (68W)
US Army - 101st Airborne Division
08.2018 - 07.2021
- Provided emergency medical treatment in training and non-training situations, ensuring rapid response to injuries.
- Assisted in evacuation operations, coordinating with air and ground support for patient transport.
- Trained and evaluated 3 junior medics on advanced life-saving techniques and tactical combat casualty care, sustained operational readiness.
- Assisted in the development and execution of 60 realistic training scenarios simulating battlefield injuries, honing both individual proficiencies and collective teamwork capabilities within the unit.
- Conducted routine medical assessments on over 500 patients, documenting findings to ensure accurate patient records.
Education
Associate of Science - Emergency Medical Services
Uniformed Services University
Fort Bragg, NC03-2023
FP-C Certified Flight Paramedic -
Special Operations Aviation Medical Indoctrination Course
Fort Campbell, KY08-2023
Special Operations- Advanced Tactical Paramedic -
Joint Special Operations Medical Training Center
Fort Bragg03-2023
Skills
- Emergency medicine: EMT-P, PEPP, ACLS, BLS, SO-ATP
- Safety procedures
- Attention to detail
- Critical thinking
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Team building
- Helicopter operations
Accomplishments
-US Army Air Assault School Graduate November 2018
-US Army Ranger School Graduate October 2020
-US Army Airborne School Graduate February 2022
-US Army Pathfinder School Graduate March 2022
-Graduate of Advanced Leaders course June 2024
-Field Management of chemical and biological casualties graduate November 2024
Certification
- FP-C - Certified Flight Paramedic
- EMT- Paramedic
- PEPP
- ACLS
- BLS
- SO-ATP
Languages
English
Timeline
Special Operations Flight Paramedic
US Army: 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment (Abn)
08.2021 - Current
Combat Medic (68W)
US Army - 101st Airborne Division
08.2018 - 07.2021
Associate of Science - Emergency Medical Services
Uniformed Services University
FP-C Certified Flight Paramedic -
Special Operations Aviation Medical Indoctrination Course
Special Operations- Advanced Tactical Paramedic -
Joint Special Operations Medical Training Center
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