Paige Mitchell 1246 N 1500 W

Clinton, Utah 84015

(801)-807-9109
Paige.Washburn20@gmail.com
October 23rd, 2022

University of Utah Physicians Assistant Program

375 Chipeta Way, Suite A
Salt Lake City, UT 84108

To Whom It May Concern:

It is with great interest that I have submitted my application for the Physician Assistant Program at
The University of Utah. I have had a great interest in your school and program for quite some time. I
appreciate your program’s emphasis on training physician assistants by using a primary-care model to
care for every patient. I am also intrigued by the emphasis on the team aspect of the program. I am looking
to further my education at The University of Utah to work in the healthcare system. As I have done
research on many different schools, this one always stood out to me because I believe it can help me
reach my goals. I hope to graduate with my PA degree and work in the field. This program has so many
opportunities as it is in conjunction with the hospital.

My interest in this field started when I got hired as Certified Nursing Assistant at an Alzheimer's
building. I began working with the patients and instantly fell in love with the profession. I have gained many
valuable skills including organization and leadership. I have always enjoyed helping people and would love
to continue this as a physician assistant!

A few years back, I lost my grandma to an incurable disease (pulmonary fibrosis) as she was
waiting for a lung transplant. She was treated at the University of Utah Hospital and my family started a
research fund in her name. I would love to continue research on this disease in her name. My ultimate goal
is to work in a Pulmonary Thoracic unit and conduct research to further understand a possible cure for this
disease.

Through my life experiences and professional work, I believe I would be a great addition to your
program. I have included all required materials for acceptance into the program. Please contact me with
further questions.

Sincerely yours,

Paige Mitchell
 Paige L. Washburn
1246 North 1500 West Clinton Utah, 84015 | (801) 807-9109
Email: Paige.washburn20@gmail.com | LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/paige-mitchell-120a68213

Objective: Work hard, set goals, and accomplish those goals. Use my experiences to create a successful
and positive work environment. Use personal experiences to connect with others on a more
personal level.

Skills: Communication, Team Oriented, Adaptable to all Situations, Organization,

Problem-Solving, and Determined.

Education: Clearfield High School 2016-2019

*Diploma- Magna Cum Laude
Southern Utah University 2019-Present
*Currently attending pursuing a Bachelors of Science in Biology
with a minor in Chemistry. Current GPA: 3.67

Experience: Southern Utah University Student Association VP of Programming 2021-Present

*Serve on the Executive Council and oversee a team of event planners
to execute all campus events twice a week.
Student Programming Board Athletics / Events Director 2020-2021
*Led a team of assistants to plan and execute large scale events and
athletic events for the students of Southern Utah University.
Shriners Hospital Ambassador 2020-2021
*Advocate and raise awareness for the services offered at Shriners
Children’s Hospital.

Volunteer: Rotaract Club Health Fair Committee 2020-2021

*Worked with a team to plan and execute a public health fair in iron
county.
Student Programming Board Assistant Director 2019-2020
*Worked with a team to plan large campus events.
Note Taker for Disabilities Office Spring 2022
*Provide notes for classes that classmates are struggling in.

Work: Always Best Care Senior Services 2022-Present

*Assist elderly residents with daily tasks as a caregiver.
MBK Senior Living: Chancellor Gardens Assisted Living 2021-Present
*Assist elderly residents with daily tasks as a CNA.
Southern Utah University Student Assistant: Science Competitions 2022-Present
*Plan and execute the science competitions for high schools
surrounding Southern Utah University.
Southern Utah University Biology TA 2021-Present
*Work alongside a biology professor to grade papers and set up labs.
High School Tutor 2019-2021
*Tutor a high school kid who struggles academically due to autism.
Brio: Home Health 2019-2021
*Assist elderly residents who are in their last stages of life as a CNA.
Barrington Place Alzheimer's Assisted Living 2018-2019
*Assist elderly residents with Alzheimer’s with daily tasks as a CNA.
Achievements: Elanie C. Southwick Thunderbird Award Nomination 2022
Rotaract Health Club Executive Council 2020-2021
Crocs Club Executive Council 2020-2021
Honors Program at Southern Utah University 2019-Present
Rural Health Scholars 2019-2022
SUU Student Programming Board Assistant of the Year 2019-2020
SUU Governors Honors Academy Participant 2018
High School Academic / Varsity Soccer Letter 2016-2019
High School Varsity / Competition Soccer Captain 2016-2019
High School National Honors Society 2016-2019

References Available Upon Request