Stephen S.

Before becoming a PA, Stephen worked as a paramedic and Flight Paramedic (FP-C) for six years, gaining valuable experience in emergency medicine and patient care. Throughout his career, he has served as an Adjunct and Lead instructor for Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) and Paramedic programs and has taught Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) courses to a wide range of students, from laypeople to physicians.

Currently, Stephen works in the intensive care unit at BJC-Missouri Baptist Medical Center in Saint Louis, Missouri. His primary responsibilities include responding to rapid responses and Code Blues, assessing and treating critically ill patients, and performing various vascular access procedures such as peripheral IV, temporary dialysis catheter, central venous catheter, and arterial line placement. As a PA, he continues to share his knowledge by giving multiple lectures to SLU PA students on topics in pulmonology and endocrinology.

As a coach, Stephen's greatest strength is his extensive experience in education and his dedication to helping students succeed. Stephen's passion for the PA profession and his commitment to assisting students in navigating the complex application process make his guidance invaluable for aspiring PAs. He takes a personalized approach to every student’s needs and is well-equipped to guide students through every step of their journey toward becoming a PA.