Emma DiRado
Endwell
Summary
To become a Physician Assistant by completing a bachelor’s degree in biology and then attending an accredited PA program.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Department Technician
UHS
Johnson City, NY
05.2024 - Current
- Perform vital signs, ECGs, cardiac monitoring, specimen collection, post-mortem care, CPR, and operate AEDs
- Assist with procedures including IV
placement, Foley catheterization, and blood transfusions - Transport patients, assist with daily living, and conduct routine rounds
- Coordinate consult calls with outside providers and complete stroke documentation
- Communicate effectively as a first point of contact between patients and a healthcare team
Pharmacy Assistant
UHS
Johnson City, NY
06.2023 - 01.2024
- Managed medication inventory and restocking of pharmaceutical supplies
- Processed prescription refills, insurance entries, and sales transactions
- Prepared and organized medication orders for dispensing
- Handled customer inquiries and directed clinical questions to pharmacists
- Maintained clean, organized work areas
Sales Associate
Aeropostale
Johnson City, NY
08.2021 - 01.2022
- Developed communication skills, time management, and teamwork.
- Handled cash register transactions
- Provided assistance to customers
- Helped guests find items
Education
Biology, Pre-Physician Assistant
State University of New York at Oneonta
Oneonta, NY05.2026
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Certified EKG Technician
- HIPPA Compliance & Patient Privacy Training
- Vital Signs
- Waived Point of Care Testing: Urine HCG
- Post Mortem Care
Accomplishments
- April 2026 Susan Sutton Smith Award: Among the 233 students to receive the award for earning a GPA of 3.9 or higher.
Leadership Experience
November 2025 - Current Vice President of Sigma Delta Tau:
- Collaborated with President to manage operations for 91 members and ensured compliance with national standards.
- Supervised and coordinated General Board chairs (Community Service, DEI, Health & Wellness, Standards of Excellence, Fundraising, Sisterhood, Historian, Apparel, Alumni, Public Relations, and Event Planning)
- Lead biweekly board meetings to track progress and maintain accountability.
- Planned and executed senior programming, including budgeting, scheduling, and event logistics.
- Facilitated chapter-wide communication and strategic planning as a member of the Executive Board
December 2024 - December 2025 Judicial Board Member of Sigma Delta Tau:
- Provided unbiased input on member conflicts, maintained strict confidentiality, evaluated sensitive situations, and contributed to fair, group-based decision-making
- Communicated perspectives clearly and respectfully in high-stakes discussions
- Demonstrated critical thinking, sound judgment, and teamwork in resolving sensitive issues
- Reelected to serve a second term, extending role to a full year based on performance
December 2024 - December 2025 Standards of Excellence Chair, Sigma Delta Tau:
- Tracked academic performance, philanthropic impact, risk management, community service, DEI, and for university reporting.
- Created and presented materials showcasing chapter performance to university staff and community members
- Reelected to serve a second term, extending role to a full year based on performance
Timeline
Emergency Department Technician
UHS
05.2024 - Current
Pharmacy Assistant
UHS
06.2023 - 01.2024
Sales Associate
Aeropostale
08.2021 - 01.2022
Biology, Pre-Physician Assistant
State University of New York at Oneonta