JOSHUA
KOEPLIN-DAY
ATHLETIC TRAINING EXPERIENCE
Head Athletic Trainer August 2015 - February 2020
University of Saint Katherine San Marcos, CA
• Organized ATC schedule for clinic hours and game coverage
• Communicated with insurance representatives and physicians
• Established work study program for student athletic trainers
• Created and document rehabilitation schedule for athletes
• Maintained inventory for ATR and develop emergency action plan for all sports Assistant Athletic Trainer August 2015 - December 2017 Palomar College San Marcos, CA
• Educated both athletes and student athletic trainers in the field of sports medicine
• Assessed and provided rehabilitation care for injured athletes
• Collaborated with staff about athletes’ injuries and rehab protocols
• Maintained communication with coaches throughout athletes’ rehabilitation Athletic Trainer Summer 2011 - Summer 2017
San Diego Sol Youth Basketball League San Diego, CA
• Evaluated injuries and communicated with parents, coaches, and camp coordinators
• Supervised student athletic trainers to cover six courts during summer camps Athletic Trainer Summer 2012 - Summer 2016
The University of San Diego San Diego, CA
Summer Camps : Football, Baseball, Softball, Soccer, Basketball
• Conducted concussion evaluations and assessed other injuries
• Communicated with parents, other ATC’s, and league coordinators **************@*****.***
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3744 Grim Avenue Unit #5
San Diego, CA 92104
EDUCATION
MASTER OF SCIENCE
PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT
UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH
Pittsburgh, PA
December 2024
MASTER OF ARTS
KINESIOLOGY (REHABILITATION SCIENCE)
San Diego State University San Diego, CA
May 2015
BACHELOR OF ARTS
KINESIOLOGY (ATHLETIC TRAINING)
San Diego State University San Diego, CA
May 2012
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE
NATURAL SCIENCES
Sierra College Rocklin, CA
May 2010
ASSOCIATE OF ARTS
LIBERAL ARTS
Sierra College Rocklin, CA
May 2010
MEDICAL EXPERIENCE
Physician Assistant Studies January 2023 - Present Didactic year University of Pittsburgh, PA
• Completed rigorous coursework in human anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology, gaining a comprehensive understanding of the major human systems.
• Engaged in extensive study of clinical concepts and medical terminology, developing a strong foundational knowledge essential for diagnosing and treating patients.
• Participated in interactive learning sessions, including case studies and simulations, to apply theoretical knowledge to practical scenarios.
Clinical Year Pittsburgh, York, PA, Cleveland Clinic, OH, San Diego, CA
(Pediatrics, Orthopedic Surgery, Neurosurgery, OBGYN, Family Medicine, Mental Health)
• Created Lecture slides and taught point of care ultrasound for the knee joint.
• AnatomyPhysiology tutor - Gave class lectures and taught in the cadaver lab.
• Assist sports medicine doctors/PA and orthopedic surgeon in the OR/clinic.
• Assisted Neurosurgeon doctors/PA in OR/clinic at the Cleveland Clinic.
• Performed over 250 injections in various joints. Physician Extender February 2020 - January 2023
Oasis MD Encinitas, CA
• Assist sports medicine doctor and orthopedic surgeon in injections and minor procedures
• Communicate and demonstrate rehabilitation exercises with patients
• Perform vitals and patient intake
• Covid Director and Tester
Volunteer January 2015 - July 2015
Sharp Memorial Hospital San Diego, CA
• Observed emergency protocol in the ER
• Assisted imaging technicians and nurses in preparing patients ATHLETIC TRAINING VOLUNTEER WORK
Athletic Trainer February 2020 - Present
San Diego Legion Major League Rugby San Diego, CA
• Assist with sports medicine staff in evaluating injuries
• Provide support to the head athletic trainer
Athletic Trainer Summer 2012
X-Games Los Angeles, CA
Events : Men’s Skateboarding Vert Ramp and Park Events; Men’s BMX Vert Ramp and Park Events
• Assisted with neck injuries and concussed athletes
• Worked with Sports Medicine Physician to assess return to play for athletes AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE
Basic Fluency
ASL 101 • FALL 2021
ASL 100 • SUMMER 2020
SPANISH
Beginner
SPAN 100 • SPRING 2017
LANGUAGE
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Assistant Professor Spring Semester 2017 - Spring Semester 2020 University of Saint Katherine San Marcos, CA
• Design course curriculum and student learning outcomes for KIN 150 : Introduction to Athletic Training & for Advanced Athletic Training course to be offered Fall 2018
• Develop instructional materials and practical assessments for course
• Instruct students in the care and prevention of athletic injuries Adjunct Professor Spring Semester 2017 - Spring Semester 2019 Palomar College San Marcos, CA
• Develop materials and assessments for KIN 176 : Introduction to Athletic Training
• Instruct students in the care and prevention of athletic injuries
• Conducted practical assessments for basic athletic training skills San Diego State University Graduate Assistant Fall 2014 - Spring 2015 School of Exercise and Nutritional Sciences, SDSU San Diego, CA
• Developed course materials for the professor
• Assessed quizzes, exams, and term papers
CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSE, & MEMBERSHIPS
Physician Assistant Orthopedic Surgery 2024 - Present
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support/Basic Life Support 2023 - Present
Certified Phlebotomist 2022 - Present
John Hopkins Contact Tracing Certification 2020 - Present
World Rugby - Immediate Care in Rugby 2020 - 2022
National Athletic Trainers’ Association Certified Athletic Trainer/Member 2012 - Present
California’s Athletic Trainers Association Member 2010 - Present
American Medical Student Association Member (Officer) 2012 - 2015
American Heart Association: Health Care Provider (CPR and AED) 2007 - Present RESEARCH EXPERIENCE
Principal Investigator August 2014 - May 2015
San Diego State University Department of Exercise and Nutritional Science Stroke detection accuracy of consumer-level activity monitors during wheelchair propulsion and arm ergometry
Graduate Research Assistant August 2013 - May 2014 San Diego State University Department of Exercise and Nutritional Science Comparison of 3D spinal motion during a step-up, step-down task between individuals with and without lower back pain
PUBLICATIONS & PRESENTATIONS
Rodriguez Regner, R., Franks, R., Cavanna, A., Koeplin-Day, J. (2020). Return to Training: Management of the Athlete from the COVID-19 Pandemic. American Osteopathic Academy of Sports Medicine : Special Communications. https://cdn.ymaws.com/ www.aoasm.org/resource/resmgr/positionpapers/rtp_june1920.pdf Kressler, J., Koeplin-Day, J., Muendle, B., Rosby, B., Santo, E., and Domingo, A. (2018). Accuracy and precision of consumer-level activity monitors for stroke detection during wheelchair propulsion and arm ergometry. PLoS ONE 13(2): e0191556. https:// doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0191556
Koeplin-Day, J. (2015, March). Utility of consumer-level activity monitors for stroke detection during wheelchair propulsion. Poster presented at California State University, Northridge’s Annual International Technology and Persons with Disabilities Conference, San Diego, CA.
Physician Assistant School Training/Certifications
Point of Care Ultra Sounds (POCUS) 2020 - Present
Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment (SBRIT) Current
EMR Training - Cerner Training, EPIC, Athena, Current
Suicide Prevention, Psychiatric Emergency Response and De-Escalation Current
Comprehensive Crisis Management Verbal Class 2023 - Present