Jamie LaRell McElveen
Effingham
Summary
Aspiring Physician Assistant with a B.S. in Fitness and Wellness and over 3 years of clinical experience, including athletic training, first response, and sports medicine. Passionate about community health, patient education, and reducing disparities in underserved areas. Seeking admission to Francis Marion University's PA Program to build on my academic and leadership foundation and serve in rural South Carolina.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
First Aider
Varsity Spirit
06.2024 - Current
- Provide immediate emergency care for athletic injuries at cheerleading competitions.
- Monitor and stabilize athletes during high-energy, high-risk events.
Student Athletic Trainer Intern
Emerald High School Playsafe
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Assisted in the evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries under the supervision of certified athletic trainers.
- Developed and implemented rehabilitation programs for injured athletes, focusing on recovery and performance enhancement.
Student Athletic Trainer Intern
Lander University
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Assisted in the assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries for a diverse range of sports teams, under the supervision of licensed athletic trainers.
- Provided on-field and in-clinic care, including injury evaluation, first aid, and emergency response during practices and competitions.
- Treatments such as STEM, Ultrasound, Cupping.
Student Athletic Trainer
McLeod Sports Medicine
04.2019 - 08.2020
- Supported licensed professionals in sports rehabilitation, sideline coverage, and recovery programming.
- Shadowed physicians and physical therapists; observed collaborative care model.
- Observe and document surgical procedures performed by sports medicine specialists.
- Participate in pre-operative and post-operative discussions to understand surgical interventions and recovery processes.
- Gain insights into the surgical aspects of sports injuries and their treatment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Fitness & Wellness
Lander University
Greenwood, SC05.2024
Skills
- Patient Care & Assessment
- Athletic Injury Prevention
- Rehabilitation Techniques
- Team Leadership
- Culturally Responsive Communication
- EMR Exposure
Certification
- CPR/AED Certified – American Heart Association
- Basic First Aid – Red Cross
Leadership & Community Involvement
- Chapter President, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. (2023)
Led campus-wide health and service initiatives. - Greek Leader of the Year, Lander University (2024)
- SGA Senator, Lander University (2022–2023)
Advocated for student health resources and equity. - Physical Education and Exercise Science (PEES) Club
- Resident Assistant RA (2021-2023)
Timeline
First Aider
Varsity Spirit
06.2024 - Current
Student Athletic Trainer Intern
Emerald High School Playsafe
01.2024 - 05.2024
Student Athletic Trainer Intern
Lander University
08.2023 - 12.2023
Student Athletic Trainer
McLeod Sports Medicine
04.2019 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Science - Fitness & Wellness
Lander University
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