Team “About Me’s”
meet the crew
Chase smith, Founder & CEO
Certified Emergency Medical Technician
When not at events…I’m usually hanging out with friends, eating clean, at Lifetime, working on growing the business, or studying. I’m a first-year business student at the University of St. Thomas where I’m studying entrepreneurship.
I chose Smith EMS because…I worked with other event medical companies in the past. In my years of service with other organizations, I realized a growing complacency in the industry, allowing a great opportunity for a revolutionary solution, creating what we’ve built today.
My favorite part of the job is…watching and interacting with athletes at all levels of competition and having the ability to directly influence their performance on the ice, field, or court.
goldman, sports medic
Certified Emergency Medical Technician
When not at events…I’m training at the gym, or getting ready for the upcoming semester of college.
I chose Smith EMS because…I wanted a different job within the traditional EMS field. Working sports has shown me the variety of work that EMTs can do!
My favorite part of the job is…being the first one on scene to help athletes. Additionally, I enjoy taking part in injury prevention efforts, and ensuring overall player and spectator safety.
Chelsi, sports medic
Certified Emergency Medical Technician
When not at events…I am usually either hanging out with friends or at college. Other than that I like backpacking, hiking, reading, painting and working out.
I chose Smith EMS because…I like that Smith EMS provides me the opportunity to go into different communities, meet the members, and help as much as I can.
My favorite part of the job is…getting to experience so many different games and events. I also enjoy interacting with the players and fan bases.
Rodrigo, sports medic
Certified Emergency Medical Responder
When not at events…I’m usually in class, as I am a current sophomore within the University of Minnesota Nursing program.
I chose Smith EMS because…I can apply what I learn about patient care and communication from nursing school to real-life scenarios.
My favorite part of the job is…being able to help athletes on and off the field to enhance their performance and develop their skills.
Mary Pat, sports medic
Certified Emergency Medical Technician
When not at events…I’m working full-time as a psychologist at HealthPartners. I also volunteer as a Police Reserve Officer for the Minnetonka Police Department. I enjoy golfing, playing pickleball and taking our Great Dane, Wally, for long walks.
I chose Smith EMS because…of its excellent reputation and opportunities to gain sports EMT experience.
My favorite part of the job is…being able to watch sports!
Cameron, sports medic
Certified Emergency Medical Technician
When not at events…I’m usually working out, hanging out with friends or family, and studying to obtain my paramedic from century college.
I chose Smith EMS because…I had been searching for flexible work within the EMS space to gain real experience and give back to the community.
My favorite part of the job is…Being able to provide care for all the players and enjoy the games.
Kevin, sports medic
Certified Paramedic
When not at events…I’m usually on an ambulance responding to 911 calls in the St. Cloud area, or teaching as a member of the EMS staff at St. Cloud Technical and Community College.
I chose Smith EMS because…I get to experience helping folks in an out of ambulance capacity.
My favorite part of the job is…helping people.
Maverick, sports medic
Certified Emergency Medical Responder
When not at events…I’m at the gym working out, or at school, as I’m a senior at Blaine High School, and a PSEO student at Anoka-Ramsey.
I chose Smith EMS because…I wanted to leave a positive impact on the community. Smith EMS makes that impact visible to me.
My favorite part of the job is…interacting with athletes, coaches, and parents. Not to mention having the ability to help the athletes get back on their feet.
Gavin, sports medic
Certified Emergency Medical Technician
When not at events…I’m usually working my other position as an EMT with an ambulance. I’m also working towards obtaining my Paramedic license from Century College.
I chose Smith EMS because…I enjoy being able to work event medical coverage and this role allows me to meet people I usually wouldn’t get to.
My favorite part of the job is…being able to get my steps in!
JUNO, sports medic
Certified Emergency Medical Technician
When not at events…I am usually either attending paramedic school (I graduated in June) or spending time with my wife and two sons.
I chose Smith EMS because…of the professionalism, great pay, and friendly atmosphere.
My favorite part of the job is…being able to take an active role in keeping athletes safe while they perform at an elite level.
Celeste, sports medic
Certified Emergency Medical Technician
When not at events…I’m spending time with friends and family, attending a concert, enjoying a sporting event, or traveling.
I chose Smith EMS because…I like the concept of being able to watch sporting events while helping athletes compete.
My favorite part of the job is…providing peace of mind to every event I work as well as interacting with teams and coaches at each game.
Johnny, sports medic
Certified Emergency Medical Responder
When not at events…I’m usually at the cabin, or shooting videos as a sports videographer.
I chose Smith EMS because…I was drawn because of the professionalism of the website and the hospitality Chase showed me when I inquired.
My favorite part of the job is…interacting with people and coaches an providing a level of comfort & ease to athletes we work with.
Steve, sports medic
Certified Emergency Medical Responder
When not at events…I’m on my motorcycle, outdoors, or golfing. I also run a painting and contracting business.
I chose Smith EMS because…I wanted to support Chase (the founder) in his entrepreneurial ventures. I just happened to be certified and it worked out well!
My favorite part of the job is…the unknown. I enjoy to never know what’s coming up next. Injuries can’t be predicted, it’s fun to think up scenarios and solve them in my head.
Alex, sports medic
Certified Emergency Medical Technician
When not at events…I dedicate my time to family and friends or focus on my studies as a pre-med student at Villanova.
I chose Smith EMS because…I have always loved sports and enjoy supporting athletes. Smith EMS provided me the opportunity to spend more time around athletics while serving others.
My favorite part of the job is…being able to help & support others in a fast-paced environment.
Taylor, sports medic
Certified Emergency Medical Technician
When not at events…I enjoying time with my family playing golf, teaching EMR courses, and working at the Farmington fire department.
I chose Smith EMS because…I have worked in the EMS field for 10 years and wanted to become a part of a company that is growing and staying up to date with medical solutions.
My favorite part of the job is…being able to interact with the community and make people feel that they are in good hands.
Isak, sports medic
Certified Emergency Medical Technician
When not at events…I’m working as a firefighter at the Minnetonka Fire Department, fishing, or hanging with friends.
I chose Smith EMS because…I wanted to work in a unique niche within the EMS world, not to mention the flexible hours.
My favorite part of the job is…being able to apply my knowledge and training to make someone else’s day better.
Olivia, sports medic
Certified Emergency Medical Technician
When not at events…I’m usually training my dogs, reading research papers, or studying. I do lot’s of studying.
I chose Smith EMS because…I am a huge believer in active recovery instead of throwing an ice pack on it and calling it fixed. I love that Smith EMS is committed to bettering the field of event medicine and providing extraordinarily good care.
My favorite part of the job is…building relationships with clients! I love meeting new people and listening to the stories they have to tell. I have learned a lot through listening to others.
Owen, sports medic
Certified Emergency Medical Responder
When not at events…I’m playing pickle ball with the boys, studying pastoral ministries at Northwestern St. Paul, or listening to Dr. Andrew Huberman’s latest podcast.
I chose Smith EMS because…I wanted to spend time watching sports and this seemed to be the best way to do it (while getting paid)!
My favorite part of the job is…meeting and working with athletes, tournament directors, and coaches. It’s always a blast to see what injuries will come my way.
Jac, sports medic
Certified Emergency Medical Technician
When not at events…I’m usually studying for college, as I work towards med school, or playing hacky-sack with my friends.
I chose Smith EMS because…I was drawn to the company’s promotion of a culture of service in addition to the competitive nature of compensation.
My favorite part of the job is…connecting with coaches, event coordinators, and players to assure that athletes get to play their best while minimizing lasting injuries.
idia, sports medic
Certified Emergency Medical Technician
When not at events…I’m usually working out, working on building my business, or doing schoolwork.
I chose Smith EMS because…I appreciated the company’s efforts to differentiate itself.
My favorite part of the job is…the opportunity to communicate with people coming from differing backgrounds.
Elizabeth, sports medic
Certified Emergency Medical Responder
When not at events…I spend a lot of time with family. Additionally, I’m working on my phlebotomy skills and working towards becoming a pediatric nurse.
I chose Smith EMS because…of the opportunity to put my knowledge and training to use, but more importantly, so that I can help people when they need it the most.
My favorite part of the job is…being able to help athletes in need and being able to connect new people.
Jack, sports medic
Certified Emergency Medical Technician
When not at events…I’m oftentimes spending time with my buddies, working on my car, or working with the local 911 service in my hometown of Amery, WI.
I chose Smith EMS because…I did powerlifting all through high school as well as football for part of high school. I was also raised in Lakeville, I grew up watching my friend’s games when we were as young as five! I know how important the game is and how easy it is to get hurt. Taking care of people is my priority.
My favorite part of the job is…Having a presence and being able to help people when they need it. An injury or illness can be the worst part of someone’s day, week, or even year, and I am happy to be one of the people whose job is to assist with those situations to the best of our ability.
Isabelle, sports medic
Certified Emergency Medical Technician
When not at events…I’m usually hanging out with friends & family, traveling, or teaching dance.
I chose Smith EMS because…I liked the flexibility of being able to choose how much and when you work. I also love to watch just about every sport.
My favorite part of the job is…helping people, getting to watch games, and interacting with athletes.
Jamison, sports medic
Certified Emergency Medical Technician
When not at events…I'm usually studying for my firefighter degrees, going on long walks while listening to music or podcasts, or messing around with my friends.
I chose Smith EMS because…I've worked at other event EMS jobs, and I've found that being around the action and helping those in need has made me more passionate about the EMS field and has improved my ability to provide care.
My favorite part of the job is…getting to watch sports, have flexible hours that fit around my college studies, treat patients, and hopefully help them get back into the game.
Dominic, sports medic
Certified Emergency Medical Technician
When not at events…I'm usually working with the MN Jr Moose as their sports medic/strength & conditioning coach, working at Pure Hockey, working out at Crunch Fitness, or going through fire academy training. I enjoy hiking and hunting outdoors in WI and MN.
I chose Smith EMS because…I am pursuing a full time career as a paramedic firefighter and Smith EMS allows my schedule flexible opportunities to gain useful experience, knowledge and apply my EMS skill set within the sporting events realm.
My favorite part of the job is…interacting and supporting athletes at all levels of competition with their performance and recovery.
HEIDI, sports medic
Certified Emergency Medical Technician
When not at events…I'm usually reading or going on adventures with my husband and puppy named Bill!
I chose Smith EMS because…I had such a positive experience with sports medics during my athletic career and want to make upcoming athletes have the same experience!
My favorite part of the job is…being social and having the opportunity to meet new people.
SAM, sports medic
Certified Emergency Medical Technician
When not at events…I'm usually out snowboarding, playing soccer, or with friends.
I chose Smith EMS because…I have known Chase for a number of years now and thought it’d be a great introduction into the medical field.
My favorite part of the job is…having the continual opportunity to learn and help people through their injuries, always working to get them back into the game safely.
ELLIE, sports medic
Certified Emergency Medical Technician