Ryan Mitchell
Madison,Al
Summary
Safety-focused professional pilot with extensive experience operating in high-risk, time-critical environments. Proven leader with a background in emergency response, crew coordination, and standardized procedures. Seeking selection into the Southwest Airlines Sky Cadet Program to continue developing as a professional aviator committed to safety, integrity, and teamwork.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Firefighter-Paramedic
Annapolis Fire Department
02.2019 - 08.2025
- Provided advanced life support (ALS) care and medical transport in high-pressure, time-critical environments
- Maintained situational awareness and sound judgment during life-threatening emergencies
- Served as a preceptor for EMT-Basic and Paramedic students, delivering structured training, mentorship, and performance feedback
- Recognized for clinical excellence and professionalism with multiple commendations, including four Gift of Life Awards, First Responder of the Year (2023), and a Stork Award for successful field delivery and neonatal care
Paramedic
Calvert County Emergency Medical Services
07.2020 - 07.2022
- Served as a county-certified Field Training Officer mentoring and evaluating field personnel
- Led high-acuity emergency responses, including cardiac arrest incidents with return of spontaneous circulation (ROSC)
- Executed advanced life support (ALS) protocols using sound judgment and checklist-driven decision-making
- Demonstrated effective scene leadership, crew coordination, and risk management under pressure
Education
Aviation -
ATP Flight School
Smyrna, TNParamedic Certification - undefined
Prince George’s Community College
Largo, MD01-2016
Skills
- Flight navigation
- Aircraft systems knowledge
- Communication (ATC)
Flight Time (Hours)
- Total Airplane – SEL: 155.6
- Pilot in Command (PIC): 86.7
- PIC Cross-Country: 81.8
- Night: 9.2
Certification
- Instrument Rating, 2026
- Private Pilot Certificate, 2025
- FAA First Class Medical Certificate, 2025
Timeline
Paramedic
Calvert County Emergency Medical Services
07.2020 - 07.2022
Firefighter-Paramedic
Annapolis Fire Department
02.2019 - 08.2025
Paramedic Certification - undefined
Prince George’s Community College
Aviation -
ATP Flight School