James Bastian
State College
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
MAT Student (400 Hours)
Penn State Track and Field Clinical
University Park, PA
01.2026 - 05.2026
- Acquired therapeutic modality knowledge and repetitive practice of common treatments
- Furthered foundational concepts of hip and low back adjustment
- Held large role in electronic health record-keeping
MAT Student (600 hours)
Mount Nittany Sports Medicine (SCASD, BEASD) Clinical
State College, PA
01.2025 - 12.2025
- Developed confidence in hands on skills required of athletic trainers and management of resources through immersive experience
- Assisted with evaluation through return to play planning as well as administrative responsibilities
- Gained more experience in building trust with athletes and understanding of relationships within athlete care
Health Aide
Penn State Sports Camps
University Park, PA
05.2023 - 08.2025
- Provided basic first aid to injured athletes and routine care for additional needs of athletes
- Worked alongside health technicians to care for traumatic injuries
MAT Student (130 hours)
Penn State Men’s Soccer Clinical
University Park, PA
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Assisted with soft tissue work, taping, and other athlete needs throughout the season
- Increased confidence with muscular imbalance/biomechanical inefficiency considerations and consequences
Sports Medicine Intern (270 hours)
Penn State Football
University Park, PA
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Conducted hydration tasks during practice and games
- Monitored and reported health needs of athletes
- Gained basic principles of Athletic Training by working alongside several Athletic Trainers practicing at a highly competitive level of sport
Education
Master of Athletic Training - Athletic Training
The Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA05-2026
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology (Movement Science Option)
The Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA01-2024
Certification
Red Cross BLS (2024), AHA BLS (2025)
Timeline
MAT Student (400 Hours)
Penn State Track and Field Clinical
01.2026 - 05.2026
MAT Student (600 hours)
Mount Nittany Sports Medicine (SCASD, BEASD) Clinical
01.2025 - 12.2025
MAT Student (130 hours)
Penn State Men’s Soccer Clinical
08.2024 - 12.2024
Sports Medicine Intern (270 hours)
Penn State Football
08.2023 - 12.2023
Health Aide
Penn State Sports Camps
05.2023 - 08.2025
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology (Movement Science Option)
The Pennsylvania State University
Master of Athletic Training - Athletic Training
The Pennsylvania State University