SHAN J. O'BOYLE
Lansdale,PA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Nationally Registered and Pennsylvania Emergency Medical Technician (NR-EMT, PA-EMT), Lead Medical Assistant with experience in clinical operations, staff support, and patient care coordination. 1000+ hours of direct patient care. Collaborative, goal oriented, positive, and a lifelong learner. Driven by a passion for learning and fascination with the breadth of medicine and science.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Medical Assistant
AFC Urgent Care
12.2025 - Current
- Provide direct patient care in a high-volume urgent care setting, supporting the evaluation and treatment of patients across the lifespan.
- Obtain patient histories, collect vital signs, perform intake assessments, and maintain accurate electronic health record documentation.
- Perform phlebotomy, immunizations, intramuscular injections, specimen collection, splinting, wound care, and point-of-care testing.
- Work closely with Physician Assistants and other healthcare providers to facilitate efficient patient care and continuity of treatment.
- Support daily clinical operations and workflow management as Lead Medical Assistant.
- Assist with onboarding and training clinical staff while maintaining high standards of professionalism and patient-centered care.
- Develop strong clinical judgment through exposure to acute illness, injury, and preventive healthcare services.
Emergency Medical Technician
Acute Care Medical Transport
09.2025 - 12.2025
- Provided direct patient care during interfacility transfers, hospital discharges, and transportation to rehabilitation facilities.
- Monitored patient condition through vital sign assessment, observation, and ongoing communication throughout transport.
- Managed patients requiring oxygen therapy, physical limitations for transport, and supportive interventions.
- Maintained patient safety, comfort, dignity, and emotional support during periods of illness and transition of care.
- Collaborated with nurses, physicians, and receiving facilities to ensure seamless patient care.
- Completed detailed patient care reports and transport documentation in accordance with organizational and regulatory standards.
Technician
Trinity Rehab
09.2024 - 04.2025
- Collaborated with physical therapists to monitor patient progress, reinforcing evidence-based rehabilitation strategies.
- Educated patients on therapeutic exercises and recovery goals, enhancing adherence to treatment plans.
- Assisted patients in individualized rehabilitation programs focused on improving mobility, strength, function, and quality of life.
- Cultivated meaningful patient relationships through long-term interactions with individuals recovering from injury and illness, improving overall patient engagement.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Arcadia University
Glenside, PA05-2025
Skills
- Clinical Assessment and Documentation
- Vital Signs Assessment and Monitoring
- Phlebotomy and Immunizations
- Procedure assistance
- Healthcare Leadership
- Team Collaboration
- Professional Communication
- Attention to detail
- HIPAA compliance
- Scientific Research
Certification
- National Registry Emergency Medical Technician (NREMT), E4056467
- Pennsylvania Emergency Medical Technician (PA EMT), 1076271
- BLS Provider (AHA)
Professional Development And Service
- Undergraduate Pre-Health Conference Organizer, Assisted in planning and coordinating a university-wide conference for students pursuing careers in healthcare. Organized workshops, educational lectures, certification opportunities, and networking experiences designed to promote professional growth and healthcare engagement.
Leadership Experience
- Lead Medical Assistant: managing a patient care centered clinic, train and onboard staff for a collaborative, educated, and professional environment. Assist with staff orientations, skill evaluations, clinic openings, organization, and start-ups.
- President of Biology Student Advisory Board, (04/24-05/25) Represented biology students and served as a liaison between the student body and department leadership. Advocated for academic support initiatives, resources, potential changes, student success programs and events. Collaborated with faculty to identify opportunities for enhancing the educational experience within the department. Demonstrated leadership, communication, and organizational skills while supporting a student population.
Research
- Honors Thesis, Inhibiting Pyroptosis: Effect on Schwann Cells Within Peripheral Nerve Injuries and Nerve Regeneration, Investigated cellular pathways involved in peripheral nerve injury and regeneration through comprehensive scientific literature review and analysis. Developed advanced skills in scientific writing, critical analysis, and evidence-based reasoning.
- Elasmobranchii Field Research Program (Key Biscayne, FL) Participated in hands-on marine field research involving shark and ray population assessment. Assisted with fin clipping, tissue biopsy collection, blood sampling, tagging, and biological data collection. Worked collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams while adhering to scientific and ethical research protocols.
Timeline
Lead Medical Assistant
AFC Urgent Care
12.2025 - Current
Emergency Medical Technician
Acute Care Medical Transport
09.2025 - 12.2025
Technician
Trinity Rehab
09.2024 - 04.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Arcadia University