Holden Sylvan

Holden Sylvan began his emergency medical services career with Olympic Ambulance in 2022 and has quickly distinguished himself through leadership, mentorship, and a strong commitment to serving others.

Holden began as a dispatcher, gaining a valuable foundation in emergency communications and an understanding of the coordination required to support patients and field crews. He later transitioned to the field as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), where his operational skills and steady demeanor quickly earned the trust of his colleagues. His dedication to public safety also extends beyond Olympic Ambulance through his service as a volunteer firefighter with Hoodsport Fire.

As Holden continued to grow professionally, he served for a year as a Shift Officer/Supervisor, helping guide crew operations and support his colleagues on the front lines. He has also made a significant contribution as a Field Training Officer, mentoring and training numerous dispatchers and field personnel. Through this work, Holden has helped prepare the next generation of responders while reinforcing the standards of professionalism and patient care that define Olympic Ambulance.

Never content to stop learning, Holden is continuing to advance his clinical knowledge and is currently completing Paramedic training through the National Medical Education & Training Center. His progression from dispatcher to EMT, operational leader, trainer, and Paramedic student reflects both his ambition and his commitment to becoming an increasingly capable resource for his patients, colleagues, and community.

In just a few years, Holden has demonstrated an impressive capacity to learn, lead, and help others succeed. Olympic Ambulance is proud to recognize EMT and Field Training Officer Holden Sylvan as a Star of Life.