Justin Starling
Houston,TX
Summary
Mission-driven Physician Assistant and U.S. Navy Chief Petty Officer (E-7) with an extensive background in Special Operations medicine, emergency care, trauma management, dive medicine, and operational healthcare. A Dive Medicine Technician supporting Naval Special Warfare, experienced in providing autonomous medical care in high-acuity, resource-limited environments where rapid decision-making and clinical excellence are essential. Proven leader with a reputation for discipline, accountability, and developing high-performing teams while delivering evidence-based care in both military and civilian healthcare settings.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Hospital Corpsman Chief Petty Officer
United States Navy
06.2007 - Current
- Chief Petty Officer and Medical Deep Sea Diving Technician leading 2 other supervisors and 460 service members assigned to the unit
- Provided over 50,000 hours of primary, emergency, and trauma care within Naval Special Warfare conducting physical exams, and minor surgical procedures in office.
- Solely responsible for the training, mentorship, and direct supervision of 8 junior Corpsman in patient care and operational procedures.
- Served as the sole dive medical technician and medical provider providing medical treatment to approximately 20-80 people with no additional support.
- As a Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) instructor and facilitator in a classroom/field environment, certified 40 physicians/surgeons, APPs, dentists, nurses, and Corpsmen.
Intermediate Care Technician
Austin Veteran Affairs Clinic
03.2023 - 08.2023
- Supported veterans by transitioning Hospital Corpsmen or military medics into intermediate care technician positions at VA clinics and hospitals.
- Worked in primary care on a treatment team with a panel of 1000 patients.
Medical Assistant
University of Texas at Austin, Urgent Care Clinic
09.2020 - 11.2021
- As the sole medical assistant in the clinic assisted in patient intake and documentation, ensuring accurate medical histories and timely information processing.
- Managed appointment scheduling, optimizing clinic workflow and improving patient access to care for about 40 patients a day.
Education
Master of Science - Physician Assistant Studies
A.T. Still University
Santa Maria, CA11-2025
Bachelor of Science - Health Science
Purdue University Global
West Lafayette, IN08-2023
Skills
- Communication
- Leadership
- Teamwork
- Resilient
- Initiative
- Adaptability
- Cultural Competence
- Healthcare Management
- Clinical Reasoning
- Staff Development
Certifications
BLS, PALS, ACLS (American Heart Association)
NCCPA: Board-Certified
Licenses: Illinois (Pending)
EMR: EPIC, ECW
Certified Tactical Combat Casualty Care Instructor
Timeline
Intermediate Care Technician
Austin Veteran Affairs Clinic
03.2023 - 08.2023
Medical Assistant
University of Texas at Austin, Urgent Care Clinic
09.2020 - 11.2021
Hospital Corpsman Chief Petty Officer
United States Navy
06.2007 - Current
Master of Science - Physician Assistant Studies
A.T. Still University
Bachelor of Science - Health Science
Purdue University Global