Kate Averett, PA
Family Medicine

Education:

• Doctor of Medical Science from George Fox University, April 2026
• Bachelor of Science, Natural Resource Conservation with Concentration in English and Communications, December 2019
• Continuing Education, Health Science Focus, May 2022 – May 2023
• Master In Medical Science December 2025
• NCCPA Certified

Experience:

4-week rotations:

• Internal Medicine/ICU, HCA Gulf Coast Hospital in Panama City, FL
  • Diagnosed/managed acute and chronic conditions like hypertension, diabetes, heart failure, COPD, SUD, and other mental and physical health conditions.
  • Performed procedures including central lines, insertion, removal of chest tubes, paracentesis, arterial blood draws and interpreted EKG’s, X-ray, CT scans, and more.
• Surgery, Slocum Orthopedics/Peace Health Hospital in Eugene, OR
  • Participated in trauma orthopedic/sports medicine surgeries such as surgical wound closure, wound care and mgmt., splinting/casting, etc.
  • Rounded on orthopedic patients, consulted in emergency room for orthopedic trauma cases, charted using EPIC.
• Emergency Medicine, HCA Gulf Coast Hospital in Panama City, FL
  • Diagnosed/treated a variety of urgent and emergent conditions
  • Variety of procedural experience, including pap smear, UTI testing, suturing, wound care, fluorescein stain and Wood’s Lamp, splinting, bracing, and reducing dislocations and fractures.
• Behavioral Health, Reliance Health Systems in Tri Cities, WA
  • Diagnoses/managed acute and chronic mental health conditions (e.g. MDD, GAD, bipolar, depression, ADHD)
• Pediatrics in Tri Cities, WA
  • Performed pediatric assessments, documentations, well child checks, and diagnosed/managed medical conditions
• Oncology/Hematology Elective, UCHealth in Steamboat Springs, CO
  • Comprehensive workups, physical exams, and patient documentations on EPIC, for both inpatient and outpatient oncology populations.
• Women’s Health, St. Lukes in Boise, ID
  • Pelvic exams, pap smears, STI testing, went mount microscopy, bimanual exams, breast exams, assisted in IUD insertion/removal & Nexplanon insertion/removal, colposcopies, and endometrial biopsies.
  • Performed fetal heart tone monitoring, fundal height measurement, prenatal workups and assisted in vaginal deliveries, cesarean section deliveries, and other gynecologic surgeries.
• Medical Mission Trip in Costa Rica, 2025
  • Spent 10 days serving in a makeshift urgent care clinic setting, treating a variety of acute and chronic illnesses

Work Experience:

• Steamboat Springs Fire Rescue in Steamboat Springs, CO (May 2023 – August 2023)
  • Seasonal firefighter/EMY-Wildfire Specialist: trained with department in medical scenarios to increase efficiency in protocols and procedures for team members in remote locations and dynamic environments with longer response times.
• Yampa Valley Medical Center in Steamboat Springs, CO (March 2022 – December 2023)
  • Lab Support Technician: worked in hospital environments drawing 40-80 patients per day, responding to traumas, codes, and the floor.
  • Used EPIC to perform admission tasks by making appointments, registering patients, answering phones, correcting, and confirming insurance information (including providing estimate costs of tests).
• United States Forest Service in La Grande, OR (March 2020 – January 2022)
  • Interagency Hotshot Crew (Wildland Firefighter/Lead EMT): Senior firefighter on the La Granse Interagency Hotshot Crew, leading up to 6  crew members to accomplish tasks in fire mitigation and suppression effectively in diverse, high stress, work environments.
  • Incident Commander in high stress, time sensitive situations, with 2 or more resources to suppress fires and mitigate risks while ensuring safe work conditions.
  • Acted as lead EMT for a 20-man crew, providing medical assistance and creating training opportunities for the drew to practice skills, patient packaging, and transport.

Licensure and Certifications:

• Healthcare Provider ACLS – 2024 to preset
• Healthcare Provider BLS-CPR and AED, AHA Certified – 2024 to present
• Emergency Medical Technician Basic, NREMT Certified – 2021 to 2025
• Supraglottic Airway Certified, Remote Medical Training Certified – 2021 to present
• Infectious Disease Prevention for EMS providers, Remote Medical Training certified – 2021 to present
• IV Certified, Colorado Mountain College – 2023 to present
• Colorado State PA License January 2026 to present

Meet Kate Averett, PA-C!

 PA-C Kate Averett brings a diverse background in emergency medicine, family practice, behavioral health, women’s health, and critical care. She earned her Master of Medical Science and Doctor of Medical Science degrees from George Fox University, where her doctoral research focused on the role of running as a treatment for depression and anxiety.

Kate completed extensive clinical rotations in internal medicine, ICU care, orthopedics, emergency medicine, pediatrics, oncology, behavioral health, and women’s health. She gained hands-on experience managing both acute and chronic medical conditions across patients of all ages. She is passionate about building strong patient relationships and providing compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to each individual’s needs.

Before becoming a Physician Assistant, Kate served as a wildland firefighter, EMT, and search-and-rescue volunteer; all experiences that strengthened her leadership skills, adaptability, and calm approach in high-pressure situations. Her background in emergency response and community service continues to shape her patient-centered philosophy of care.

Outside of medicine, Kate enjoys running, outdoor adventures, and staying active in the mountain community she calls home.