STEPHEN FORCUM
Terre Haute,IN
Summary
Well-organized Physician Assistant (PA-S3, graduation May 2024) offering 13 years of healthcare experience interested in Critical Care, Hospitalist, or Emergency medicine. Smoothly evaluate patients using diverse tests and routine procedures. Good prioritization, documentation and records management abilities.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
EKG Technician
Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla
12.2017 - 12.2021
- Administered testing with electrocardiogram for patients experiencing events and as screening tool
- Educated patients on testing and preparation steps prior to procedure
- Monitored patients' heart rhythms and functions through cardiac monitoring strips
- Edited final test results to provide to physician for analysis
- Transcribed physician interpretations to maintain electronic records for cosign by attending doctor
- Provided instruction on Holter monitor and connected patient to analyzer
- Adhered to cleaning protocol for EKG machine, Holter cables and accessories to provide safe environment
- Communicated with healthcare workers and physicians concerning test results
- Interpreted tests and identified arrhythmias and heart abnormalities on patient's EKG and reported to cardiologist
- Conducted Cardiac Stress Test to include EKG only and Lexiscan Stress Tests
- Developed Corporate wide EKG training Program
- Monitored billing for the EKG Department saved the Hospital over $435 thousand dollars by correcting billing errors.
Firefighter Paramedic
Fort Belvoir Fire And Emergency Services
06.2013 - 08.2017
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations
- Removed individuals from dangerous situations and offered emergency assistance for minor and critical concerns
- Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property
- Worked en-route to hospital to prepare patients for arrival or surgery and control wounds
- Communicated with lucid patients to gather incident and medical history information
- Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations
- Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome
- Communicated with treatment center personnel and dispatchers to provide information about situation, arrange reception of victims and receive instructions for further treatment
- Executed emergency diagnostic procedures to treat patients, including suction, airway management and heart monitoring
- Administered tests and medication to stabilize patients in field or in transit.
Firefighter/EMT-I (volunteer)
Stafford County Fire And Rescue
02.2009 - 06.2017
- Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Collaborated with other emergency responders on scene to establish adequate fire suppression.
- Documented emergency calls and equipment maintenance to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Participated in community outreach programs to raise awareness of fire prevention and safety measures.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Controlled wounds and injuries en-route to hospitals, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions pre-arrival.
- Evaluated patient histories to assess and prioritize levels of care.
- Administered emergency medication to patients, quickly responding to changes in conditions and medication reactions.
- Administered CPR, oxygen and other life-saving medical treatments.
Firefighter/EMT
Quantico Fire And Emergency Services
07.2012 - 06.2013
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations
- Removed individuals from dangerous situations and offered emergency assistance for minor and critical concerns
- Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property
- Worked en-route to hospital to prepare patients for arrival or surgery and control wounds
- Communicated with lucid patients to gather incident and medical history information
- Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations
- Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome
- Communicated with treatment center personnel and dispatchers to provide information about situation, arrange reception of victims and receive instructionsfor further treatment
- Executed emergency diagnostic procedures to treat patients, including suction, airway management and heart monitoring
- Administered tests and medication to stabilize patients in field or in transit.
Signals Intelligence Analyst
Radio Reconnaissance Tech
01.2009 - 07.2012
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems
- Prepared a variety of different written communications, reports and documents to ensure smooth operations
- Worked as a contractor for the Federal Bureau of Investigations at the FBI academy at Quantico Virginia
- Coordinated tasks and information across several federal agencies
- Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties
- Advised Lead FBI Agent on operations, intelligence and risk assessments in daily briefings.
Signals Intelligence Analyst
United States Marine Corps
07.2003 - 07.2008
- Trained in small arms, anti-armor and indirect fire weapons
- Looked after weapons by scheduling and performing organizational and preventive maintenance
- Advised Regimental Commander on operations, intelligence and risk assessments in daily briefings
- Supervised more than $1,000,000 in high-value equipment, maintaining zero loss record over 7 months
- Collaborated with Company level commanders to achieve mission objectives
- Prepared a variety of different written communications, reports and documents to ensure smooth operations
- Deployed in 2007 and 2006 in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom Operated in the Al Anbar Provence and the City of Fallujah
Education
Master of Science - Physician Assistance
Yale University School of Medicine
New Haven, CT05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Public Administration
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA08.2021
Associate of Science - Emergency Medical Services
Northern Virginia Community College
Annandale, VA05.2015
Naval Cryptologic School
Pensacola, FL4.2004
Skills
- Medical History Collection
- Patient Assessments
- Patient Care
- Medical Emergency Response Direct Patient Care
- Assessing risks
- Interpersonal Communication Leadership
- Preventive Care
- Direct Patient Care
- Physical Examinations
- Internal Medicine
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Stabilization Procedures
Accomplishments
- Documented and resolved Billing issues which led to recovery of over $435 thousand dollars
- Eagle Scout in Boy Scouts of America
Certification
BLS
ACLS
Clinical Rotations
- Internal Medicine - 12 weeks
- Family Medicine- 12 weeks
- Cardiology- 4 weeks
- Psychiatry- 4 weeks
- Emergency Medicine - 4 weeks
- Pediatrics Anticipated (March 2024)- 8 weeks
- Women's health (February 2024)- 4 weeks
- General Surgery - 4 weeks
- Endocrine- 4 weeks
- Pulmonology / Critical care- 4 weeks
References
- Dr. John Harrington (858) 232-2617 Harrington.john@scrippshealth.org
- Dr. Elizabeth Salada (760) 212-1484 lizmd@cox.net
- Dr. Rebecca Rodriguez (602) 421-4204 brhenaerodriguez@gmail.com
- Dr. Eduardo Chang (281) 210-7073 judo58281@gmail.com
Timeline
EKG Technician
Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla
12.2017 - 12.2021
Firefighter Paramedic
Fort Belvoir Fire And Emergency Services
06.2013 - 08.2017
Firefighter/EMT
Quantico Fire And Emergency Services
07.2012 - 06.2013
Firefighter/EMT-I (volunteer)
Stafford County Fire And Rescue
02.2009 - 06.2017
Signals Intelligence Analyst
Radio Reconnaissance Tech
01.2009 - 07.2012
Signals Intelligence Analyst
United States Marine Corps
07.2003 - 07.2008
Master of Science - Physician Assistance
Yale University School of Medicine
Bachelor of Science - Public Administration
Liberty University
Associate of Science - Emergency Medical Services
Northern Virginia Community College
Naval Cryptologic School
BLS
ACLS
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