Stephen Jerome
Ruskin
Summary
Dedicated Physician Assistant Student experienced in emergency medical services and patient assessment. Delivered prehospital emergency medical care through over 5,400 hours as an Emergency Medical Technician, enhancing skills in critical decision-making and acute medical emergency management. Contributed to interdisciplinary healthcare delivery through diverse clinical shadowing experiences and demonstrated leadership in military and community service roles.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
EMT
Elmore Ambulance Service
04.2022 - 06.2025
- Responded to 911 emergency medical calls, providing timely care to patients in critical situations.
- Provide emergency stabilization and life-support interventions.
- Assess, treat, and monitor patients within EMT scope of practice.
- Communicated patient information to receiving providers, ensuring continuity of care and informed decision-making.
- Partnered with healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care, enhancing treatment effectiveness and outcomes.
Aircrew Flight Equipment Technician
United States Air Force
01.2018 - 01.2022
- Inspected and maintained aircrew equipment to ensure operational readiness and safety.
- Conducted survival and safety training to enhance aircrew preparedness and response capabilities.
- Managed HazMat and tool accountability programs to ensure compliance and operational efficiency.
- Led training sessions and coordinated fitness programs for the squadron.
Education
Bachelor of Applied Science -
Boise State University
12.2023
Associate of Aircrew Safety Systems Technology -
Community College of the Air Force
01.2021
Associate of Science -
Lord Fairfax Community College
01.2017
Skills
- Emergency Medical Care
- Patient Assessment
- Patient transport
- Emergency Preparedness
- Crisis Response
- Incident Management
- Emergency communication
- Healthcare Team Collaboration
- Team Communication
- Equipment maintenance
- Patient Education
- Leadership
Certifications And Licensure
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- EMT Certification
- State EMT License
Physician Assistant Shadowing Experience
100+, Emergency Medicine, Primary Care, Men's Health, Radiation Oncology, Inpatient Oncology, Cardiothoracic Surgery
Community Service And Volunteer Experience
- Medical Mission Trip – Costa Rica
- Election Day Volunteer
- Community Blood Drive Organizer
Honors And Awards
- Dean's List with Highest Honors
- Warrior Fitness Award
References
Available upon request
Leadership Experience
- Lead Trainer, United States Air Force
- Squadron Fitness Leader, United States Air Force
- Blood Drive Coordinator and Organizer
Military Service
United States Air Force, Aircrew Flight Equipment Technician, 2018–2022, Maintained and inspected aircrew equipment., Conducted survival and safety training., Managed HazMat and tool accountability programs., Served as Lead Trainer and Squadron Fitness Leader.
Timeline
EMT
Elmore Ambulance Service
04.2022 - 06.2025
Aircrew Flight Equipment Technician
United States Air Force
01.2018 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Applied Science -
Boise State University
Associate of Aircrew Safety Systems Technology -
Community College of the Air Force
Associate of Science -
Lord Fairfax Community College