Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Awards
Extracurricular Activities
Certification
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RYAN PLOVER

Philadelphia,Pennsylvania

Summary

Detail-oriented and compassionate graduate student with experience as a medical shadow, direct care scholar, and volunteer EMT. Eager to learn and practice medicine, while excelling in direct patient care and behavioral intervention. Proven ability to generate trust and engagement, while effectively communicating with clients and patients. Skilled in problem-solving and time management, and dedicated to enhancing patient interactions.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Direct Care Scholar

The Kinney Center for Autism Education & Support
Philadelphia, PA
06.2023 - 08.2023
  • Monitored and recorded client progress by documenting behavioral observations for team and family review.
  • Recognized and intervened in correcting maladaptive behaviors to ensure client safety.
  • Provided emotional support to clients, fostering a safe and trusting environment.
  • Tracked client goals, and encouraged engagement across a variety of activities.
  • Worked with a range of clients, from young children to young adults.

Medical Shadow

Premier Orthopaedics
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
08.2022 - 08.2023
  • Supported physicians in examinations, procedures, and diagnostic tests.
  • Helped prepare medical instruments and equipment.
  • Observed and performed patient intake, and assisted in patient care procedures.

Emergency Medical Technician Volunteer

Plymouth Community Ambulance
Plymouth Meeting, PA
02.2022 - 03.2023
  • Assisted paramedics with patient assessment and treatment procedures.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of ambulance interior and supplies.
  • Provided assistance and supportive care during pre-hospital medical situations.

Blood Donor Ambassador

American Red Cross
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
03.2020 - 01.2021
  • Used medical or administrative knowledge to explain policies, procedures, and services to patients.
  • Prepared charts and pre-admission consent forms.
  • Assisted patients in completing new patient health history forms.
  • Anticipated patients' anxieties and answered relevant questions to comfort the patients.

Education

Master of Science - Physician Assistant Studies

Thomas Jefferson University
Philadelphia, PA
08-2026

Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences/Physician Assistant Studies

Thomas Jefferson University
Philadelphia, PA
05.2025

Skills

  • Communication
  • Time management
  • Direct patient care
  • Problem solving
  • Empathy
  • Behavioral intervention

Awards

  • Dean's List
  • Nexus Scholar Award

Extracurricular Activities

  • Member of Alpha Lambda Delta (ΑΛΔ) and National Society Of Leadership And Success.
  • Participated in the Great Hostel Give Back - undergraduate volunteer experience

Certification

  • ACLS/BLS Certified
  • MoCa Certified
  • HIPAA Certified
  • OSHA Certified
  • Mental Health First Aid Certified

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Direct Care Scholar

The Kinney Center for Autism Education & Support
06.2023 - 08.2023

Medical Shadow

Premier Orthopaedics
08.2022 - 08.2023

Emergency Medical Technician Volunteer

Plymouth Community Ambulance
02.2022 - 03.2023

Blood Donor Ambassador

American Red Cross
03.2020 - 01.2021

Master of Science - Physician Assistant Studies

Thomas Jefferson University

Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences/Physician Assistant Studies

Thomas Jefferson University

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