Jessica Ridgle
Military Medic
Wichita Falls,TX
Summary
Dynamic Aerospace Operational Medical Flight Team Lead with the United States Air Force, adept at driving mission readiness and achieving federal savings. Expert in emergency medical care and conflict resolution, successfully certifying 2.1K health assessments amid provider shortages while fostering teamwork and enhancing operational efficiency.
Team-oriented professional prepared to take on leadership responsibilities with focus on driving results and fostering collaboration. Proven success in managing teams, overseeing project execution, and adapting to dynamic work environments. Known for reliability, flexibility, and strong organizational skills, ensuring seamless team operations and achievement of goals.
Experienced with emergency response and patient care in high-stress environments. Utilizes effective communication and teamwork to ensure seamless operations. Knowledge of advanced medical procedures and protocols, ensuring high-quality patient outcomes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Aerospace Operational Medical Flight Team Lead
United States Air Force, USAF
04.2025 - Current
- Effectively leads 36 member unit in daily medical operations to ensure affective paraprofessional health assessments and completing 4.8K exams against preventative health and medical standards that enable a fit-to-fight force.
- Realigns clinical templates to certify 2.1K Periodic Health Assessments during a continued 50% provider shortage, solidifying Mission Readiness while driving federal savings cost of $2.1 million.
- Performs basic life support and triage in emergency situations as the primary medical response to in-flight emergencies and potential mass casualty scenarios for both on and off base situations.
- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering teamwork, open communication, and employee recognition initiatives.
Base Operational Medical Clinic Supervisor
United States Air Force, USAF
07.2023 - 04.2025
- Ensures mission readiness support for two wings, to include the Air Force's largest technical training wing with 65K graduates annually as well as the only Euro NATO Joint Jet Flying training program.
- Led 31 member team in support of over 63K flying hours by coordinating out-patient care, consultation services, and preventative health programs for 1.2K pilots.
- Lead technician for ground mishap, led 3-member response team, providing immediate on scene medical care to patient, resulting in resuscitation of pilot in route to hospital.
- Delivered effective onboarding and training to new and existing employees and cross-trained staff members in other job roles to maximize coverage across medical standards to adhere to readiness of the force.
Flight Medical Technician
United States Air Force, USAF
07.2019 - 07.2023
- Provides emergency care for 550 pilots in medical and/or aircraft emergencies while protecting the Air Force's largest pilot training wing that completed 5.1K flying missions.
- Assisted Flight Surgeon with 148 aircraft flight emergencies and physiological incident response, while investigating and reporting of said occurrences.
- Perform critical care duties for patients while assisting with examinations and special procedures to include mechanical ventilation, cardiovascular and neurovascular procedures.
Family Health Technician
United States Air Force, USAF
08.2017 - 07.2019
- Solo technician for provider, aiding in $40K worth of annual physical exams while performing vitals, electrocardiograms, and recommended preventative lab work.
- Assisted physicians and nurses in performing diagnostic tests and procedures to identify accurate treatment for patients.
- Performed patient service duties by communicating directly with 2K empanelment patients, answering questions, and assisting with concerns.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Allied Health Services
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL06-2025
Skills
- Clinical Leadership
- Training and Mentoring
- Attention to Detail
- Conflict Resolution
- Emergency Medical Care
- Intravenous Therapy
- Airway Management
Accomplishments
Awarded Achievement Medal in 2021 for meritorious service to the Air Force.
Awarded Commendation Medal in 2024 for aiding in non-combat medical emergency.
Certification
- EMT- Intermediate - Recertified with Expiration Date of March 2027
- BLS Training by American Red Cross - Recertified with Expiration Date of February 2027
Timeline
Aerospace Operational Medical Flight Team Lead
United States Air Force, USAF
04.2025 - Current
Base Operational Medical Clinic Supervisor
United States Air Force, USAF
07.2023 - 04.2025
Flight Medical Technician
United States Air Force, USAF
07.2019 - 07.2023
Family Health Technician
United States Air Force, USAF
08.2017 - 07.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Allied Health Services
Community College of The Air Force
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