Michelle Little
Frenchtown
Summary
Physician Assistant with 10 years of experience in primary care and urgent care, providing comprehensive, patient-centered care across diverse populations. Retired Army National Guard veteran with 25 years of decorated service. Extensive experience in chronic disease management, with a strong commitment to improving patient outcomes, quality of life, and access to high-quality care.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physician Assistant
Community CPG Surgical Specialists
Missoula
09.2025 - Current
- Educate patients on procedures and postoperative care for informed decision-making.
- Perform inpatient rounding, assessing patient progress, and addressing concerns.
- Assisted in surgeries as first assistant, supporting surgical teams directly.
- Follow up postoperatively to evaluate recovery and address complications.
- Collaborated with surgical team to optimize workflow and role assignments.
- Engaged in independent clinical reviews to maintain current surgical and medical knowledge.
Physician Assistant
Washington Army National Guard
Camp Murray
06.2015 - 06.2026
- Ensured medical readiness for 5,500 Soldiers as a Physician Assistant and Major in WA Army National Guard.
- Conducted Physical Health Assessments, reviewed medical documentation, and evaluated medical readiness status.
- Performed emergency field medicine during training and activations.
- Managed medical readiness for COVID activations, civil disturbances, and large-scale mobilizations from November 2019 to November 2021.
- Received Meritorious Service Ribbon for planning and executing medical operations for over 1,300 mobilized Soldiers.
Primary Care /Internal Medicine
Veterans Administration Olympia CBOC Clinic
Olympia
11.2021 - 07.2025
- Managed patient panel of 1,200 veterans, ensuring comprehensive care for diverse conditions.
- Performed medical procedures while overseeing management of multiple comorbidities including diabetes, hypertension, and obesity.
- Conducted preventive screenings in alignment with taskforce health administration guidelines.
- Addressed complex health issues such as COPD, CHF, CVD, cancer, and mental health disorders.
Physician Assistant, Primary Care/UC
Steck Medical/Woodland Urgent Care
Chehalis
08.2015 - 11.2021
- Managed a diverse patient panel of 1,300 with a 99% approval rating.
- Assessed, diagnosed, treated and delivered follow-up care.
- Provided primary care for patients of all ages, addressing chronic diseases and acute pathologies.
- Delivered urgent care services as a solo provider from 2015 to 2021.
- Maintained high-quality care standards across all patient interactions.
Physician Assistant, Urgent Care
Summit Pacific Hospital
Elma
09.2017 - 04.2020
- Executed various procedures, including splinting, abscess drainage, suturing, and foreign body removal.
- Conducted physical exams, reviewed medical histories, and ordered necessary labs and imaging.
- Educated patients on treatment plans and health management strategies.
- Determined optimal treatment plans based on comprehensive evaluations and findings.
- Managed care for an average of 35 to 40 patients during each 12-hour shift.
- Managed patient flow to ensure timely care in a fast-paced environment.
Physician Assistant, Student
US Army, Interserve Physician Assistant Program (University of Nebraska)
06.2012 - 05.2015
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to devise treatment plans.
- Performed clinical procedures under supervision of licensed professionals.
- Educated patients on health management and preventive care strategies.
- Actively participated in case discussions and clinical rounds.
Preventive Medicine NCO
WAARNG and Montana Army National Guard
03.2004 - 03.2012
- Directed program to maintain health and elevate physical fitness for National Guard soldiers.
- Conducted inspections of water, food sanitation, and hospital environments to ensure safety.
- Managed entomological, epidemiological, and environmental stress surveillance programs to identify risks.
Non-Commissioned Officer, Paratrooper, Musician
US Army
08.1999 - 03.2004
- Coordinated funeral honors, performing taps with precision and respect.
- Served as paratrooper in 82nd Airborne Division, consistently exceeding division standards.
- Executed airborne operations and tactical maneuvers during training exercises.
- Developed leadership skills by mentoring junior personnel in airborne tactics and procedures.
- Maintained physical fitness standards through rigorous training regimens and evaluations.
Education
Masters -
United States Army Interservice Physician Assistant Program
FT Sam Houston, Texas05.2015
Bachelors of Science - Health Science
University of Nebraska Medical Center
FT Sam Houston, Texas05.2013
Bachelors of Arts - Human Biological Science
University of Montana
Missoula, Montana10.2011
Skills
- Surgical suturing skills
- Wound care and management, biopsy
- Incision and drainage skills
- Diagnostic imaging interpretation
- ECG analysis
- Splinting techniques for injuries
- Fine needle aspiration procedures
- Hemorrhoid and thrombosed hemorrhoid treatment strategies
- Fluorescein staining for ophthalmological evaluation
- Chronic disease management: COPD, asthma, OSA, HTN, DMII, HLD, obesity, CHF
- Patient education and support
- Health monitoring and assessment
Certification
• Basic Combat Training
• Army School of Music
• Honor Graduate Army Airborne Course
• Foreign Parachutist Badge
• Noncommissioned Officer Leadership Academy
• Equal Opportunity Course
• ARNG Honor Guard Course
• EMT
• Honor Graduate Army Preventive Medicine Course
• Interservice Physician Assistant Program
• Basic Officer Leadership Course
• AMEDD Captains Career Course
• BLS
• ACLS
• Army School of Music
• Honor Graduate Army Airborne Course
• Foreign Parachutist Badge
• Noncommissioned Officer Leadership Academy
• Equal Opportunity Course
• ARNG Honor Guard Course
• EMT
• Honor Graduate Army Preventive Medicine Course
• Interservice Physician Assistant Program
• Basic Officer Leadership Course
• AMEDD Captains Career Course
• BLS
• ACLS
Timeline
Physician Assistant
Community CPG Surgical Specialists
09.2025 - Current
Primary Care /Internal Medicine
Veterans Administration Olympia CBOC Clinic
11.2021 - 07.2025
Physician Assistant, Urgent Care
Summit Pacific Hospital
09.2017 - 04.2020
Physician Assistant, Primary Care/UC
Steck Medical/Woodland Urgent Care
08.2015 - 11.2021
Physician Assistant
Washington Army National Guard
06.2015 - 06.2026
Physician Assistant, Student
US Army, Interserve Physician Assistant Program (University of Nebraska)
06.2012 - 05.2015
Preventive Medicine NCO
WAARNG and Montana Army National Guard
03.2004 - 03.2012
Non-Commissioned Officer, Paratrooper, Musician
US Army
08.1999 - 03.2004
Masters -
United States Army Interservice Physician Assistant Program
Bachelors of Science - Health Science
University of Nebraska Medical Center
Bachelors of Arts - Human Biological Science
University of Montana