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
SEAL Team 17, Coronado, CA
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
Austin, TX
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
Austin, TX
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