Welcome

President, Paramedic, Clinical Coordinator

Jonny started his EMS career in 2009 as an EMT. He worked for a local BLS ambulance company and as a reserve firefighter. He attended Paramedic School in 2014 at Palomar College. Jonny worked for Escondido Fire Department as a Non-Safety Paramedic and Firefighter for 8 years and worked  for Mercy Air as a Flight Paramedic. 

Vice President, Paramedic, Program Director

Born in Southern California, Jade has been in EMS for over a decade. She has worked in the field as an EMT and in hospitals as an ER Tech. She went to Paramedic School in 2011 and worked for AMR Hemet as a Paramedic. Jade has worked for SoCal EMS for the last 8 years as a Primary and Skills instructor and is currently the Program director. 

Paramedic,  Primary  Instructor 

My name is Adriana Lanssens. I began working as an EMT in 2015 for a BLS company and then started paramedic school a year later. I completed the course in 2017 and have since been working as a paramedic at Hemet AMR. Working in the EMS field has been great and full of amazing opportunities. I am excited to be a part of the beginning of other’s EMS journey! 

Office Assistant, EMT

Hi there, My name is Victoria. Prior to attending Socal EMS in 2023 I worked in geriatric care for nine years. Following graduation I began working in the office as well working for a local IFT company. Having experience in the field gives me the opportunity to help fellow students grow in the EMS field. 

EMT/Firefighter, Skill Instructor

Greg has over 30 years of experience in the EMS field. He worked as an EMT for a private ambulance before going to Paramedic School at Harbor/ UCLA Hospital. He retired from Alhambra and Orange County Fire Authority as a Parademic-Engineer with 30 years of service. Greg has worked for Disneyland Fire Department for the last 5 years and has been an EMT instructor since the early 90’s. Greg is currently a Primary Instructor and has been with SoCal EMS since 2017.

EMT, Skills Instructor

Baruc has been in EMS since 2017. He started out working on an ambulance in the 911 system in SD county and then moved over to Riverside county. Currently, I work at Rancho Springs emergency department as an ER Technician. I love both prehospital EMS and patient care in the hospital setting. Serving others as an EMS provider is something that I’ve always loved. Being able to bring that experience into my role as an instructor is a huge honor and privilege for me.

Paramedic, Skills Instructor

C. Revey Jones is a paramedic for AMR Hemet. Jones has two Bachelor's degrees: one in American Studies and the other in Film Studies. She also has a Master's degree in Communications (Film Writing) all from her alma mater: Cal State University, Fullerton. After Jones worked in the film indury for a couple of years she experienced a life-altering event that inspired her to become a first responder. Jones went back to school and received an Associate in Paramedicine.

Paramedic, Skills Instructor

Albert started his EMS career in 2008 and attended EMT school at MSJC. He worked for AMR Riverside before going to Paramedic School in 2013. Once he graduated he re-classed as a Paramedic in 2014 for AMR.  Albert  now works for Reach Air Medical Services as a paramedic. 

Paramedic/Engineer, Skills Instructor

Hey my name is Austen Scroggins. I am an Engineer/Paramedic for Cal Fire Riverside County and am currently assigned to station 10 in the City of Lake Elsinore. I have been teaching at So Cal EMS for over 6 years now and love to teach and help the new generation grow a passion for EMS like I have. You will always see me smiling, laughing, and having a good time!

Paramedic, Skills Instructor 

Styles started his EMS career in 2012, he has worked at AMR in riverside county where he reclassed as a medic in 2017. He worked for the riverside division for eight years where he was also a paramedic preceptor. He was a flight medic for 3 years, and is currently working for AMR Palm Springs division. 

Firefighter/Paramedic, Skills Instructor 

My name is Trevor Klopfenstein and I am a Firefighter/Paramedic for CalFire Riverside County. I am currently assigned to Station 20 in the city of Beaumont. Im excited to be apart of the team and help those that want to help others some day. Started my EMS journey in 2011 as a Fire explorer and volunteer firefighter in Moreno Valley. Went to EMT school in 2014 and paramedic school in 2018.  

Paramedic, Skills Instructor 

Anthony Mihelich graduated from Murr. Mesa HS in 2020 and from MSJC Menifee Campus EMT School at the same time. In May 2021 he graduated from MVC Ben Clark Fire Academy Class 43. He has been with AMR Riv. since June 2021 as an EMT and just reclassed in Feb. 2024 as a Paramedic. He attended MVC Ben Clark Paramedic Academy Class 24 and Graduated in Oct. 2023. "Working part time at SoCal EMS to help others reach their goals in this field has been a very rewarding ."

EMT, Skills Instructor 

I went through the 7 week course at SOCAL EMS Training Institute back in 2022. After completing the course I started working in IFT transports where I did BLS and CCT transports. I have over three thousand hours of experience in the field. Being in EMS has helped me realize that I want to continue learning and progressing in this field. I am honored to be a skills instructor here to help all students with any questions they may have throughout the course.

Paramedic, Skills Instructor 

EMT, Skills Instructor 

Hi! My name is MacKenzie Sturgeon. I am an EMT for AMR - San Diego and work as an FTO on the IFT side. I have been with AMR - San Diego since September of 2023. Prior to working in EMS I worked as a caregiver specializing in Alzheimers affecting seniors. I took the 10 week night course here at SoCal EMSTI and I'm excited to be back and help future EMTs! 

EMT, Skills Instructor 

Hello my name is Josiah, I am an EMT for the AMR Hemet/Pass division. I attended Socal EMS

Training Institute for EMT school. I aspire to be a firefighter paramedic and eventually work on a

helicopter. I am very excited about medicine and teaching and even more excited for the future!

Paramedic, Skills Instructor 

Hi all! I’m Morgan I’m a SoCal local and I’ve currently been a paramedic for 2 years! My journey started here at this school in 2020 since then I’ve worked as an ER tech, wildland firefighter and more! I also have my bachelors in health sciences from Purdue! I’m super excited to help you all succeed in this journey! 

Paramedic, Skills Instructor 

Tyler has been in EMS since 2020. He started out working for LA county AMR as an EMT for three years then transferred over to Riverside county AMR and now works as a paramedic in Moreno Valley. He is very passionate about EMS and is excited to give back and be able to teach the up and coming EMT’s. 

EMT, Skills Instructor 

Hey Everybody! My name is Matt Ujemov and I have been! an EMT for over 2 years. My EMS career started here at SOCAL EMS in 2021 and since then I’ve worked as an ER tech and currently a single-role EMT at North County Fire! I have always been passionate about teaching and I am excited to help you along on this wild ride we call EMS.