Physician Assistant Medical

Katerina M. Zissios

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Falls Church, VA 22044

January 6, 2013

RE: Hospitalist Physician Assistant Position

Dear K.A. Recruiting,

I recently graduated from Physician Assistant School on December 13, 2013 from Shenandoah University and am

very interested in the Physician Assistant position. I have always had a love and passion for taking care of patients

in the hospital setting. I thoroughly enjoy seeing patients during daily rounds and seeing their improvement.

Attached is my CV, which will provide further details on my skills and educational background. I am very excited

about this career possibility and welcome the opportunity to further discuss my skills and qualifications and how I

can contribute to the healthcare team.

Thank you for your time and consideration. I can be reached at the above address or by phone at 703-***-****

and by email at acb0yg@r.postjobfree.com.

Thank you and I look forward to hearing from you soon.

Sincerely,

Katerina M. Zissios

Katerina M. Zissios, PA

6211 Homespun Lane

Falls Church VA, 22044

703-***-****

acb0yg@r.postjobfree.com

Objective Statement

Detail-oriented and highly motivated healthcare professional dedicated to the field of medicine, in healing and

preventing illness. Seeking a full-time Physician Assistant position to become a valued member of the healthcare

team and deliver patient-centered care.

Education

2011-2013 Shenandoah University Physician Assistant Program, Winchester, VA

M.S. Physician Assistant Studies, GPA 3.51

2005-2010 George Mason University, Fairfax, VA

B.S. in Neuroscience, Overall GPA 3.77, Science GPA 3.91

Licensure and Certification

1/15/14 Scheduled for Physician Assistant National Certifying Exam

6/2012 Advanced Cardiac Life Support certified

6/2012 Basic Life Support certified

Clinical Rotations

Grant Memorial Hospital (Emergency Medicine), Petersburg, WV

Michael Miller, MD

Salem VAMC (General Surgery), Salem, VA

Joshua Nowocin, PA-C

Winchester Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgeons (Cardiothoracic & Vascular

Surgery), Winchester, VA

Phil Hood, PA-C

Walter Reed National Military Medical Center (Gastroenterology, Hepatology, Inpatient and

Outpatient Internal Medicine, ICU),

Bethesda, MD

Joe Balinas, PA-C

Mercy Medical Center (Inpatient Internal Medicine), Baltimore, MD

Mitchell Jacobs, MD

Selma Medical Associates (Internal Medicine, Cardiology, Family Practice),

Winchester, VA

Nicholas Deptula, PA-C

Allergy & Asthma Center of the Northern Shenandoah (Primary Care),

Winchester, VA

Camilla Hollen, PA-C

Sterling Pediatrics (Outpatient Pediatrics), Sterling, VA

Sharmila Nair, MD

Women’s Care Group (Obstetrics & Gynecology), Reston, VA

Supriya Varma, MD

Responsibilities

Performed comprehensive history and physical exams efficiently, formed appropriate differential

diagnoses, communicated concise oral presentations, ordered appropriate and cost-effective

laboratory and diagnostic studies, formulated complete assessment and treatment plan, provided

follow-up care to ensure immediate and long-term well-being of patients.

Proficient Clinical Skills

Breast exam Second assist in surgery Perform and interpret EKG

Cautery management Fluorescein stain Prostate & testicular exam

Cerumen removal Hearing and vision screening Rapid Urinalysis and

Chest tube insertion Incision and drainage of cyst/abscess catheterization

Culture of throat, vagina, and Injections (ID, IM, SubQ) Rectal exam and hemoccult testing

wounds Insertion of IV Removal of superficial skin foreign

Digital block Joint injection body

Epistaxis management Nasogastric intubation & gastric lavage Venipuncture

Excision of skin lesions Nebulizer treatment Wound repair (local anesthesia and

Fingerstick Newborn exam surgical repair of laceration;

PAP smears removal of sutures)

Experienced Clinical Skills

ABG sampling & interpretation EGD/OC Lumbar Puncture

Auricular acupuncture Endometrial biopsy Paracentesis

Cervical cryotherapy Endotracheal intubation Nail removal

Central Line Placement First assist in surgery Pelvic exam

Colposcopy IUD insertion & removal Slit lamp exam

Liver biopsy Splinting

Internships & Related Clinical Experience

2010 Medical Assistant/Physician’s Aide, Internal Medicine Practice, Vienna, VA

2010 Physician’s Aide, Sleep Heart, Reston, VA

2010 Volunteer, Newborn Nursery INOVA Fairfax, Fairfax, VA

2008 Medical Assistant/Physician’s Aide, Virginia Cardiology, Fairfax, VA

2008 Biochemistry Laboratory Technician, George Mason University, Manassas, VA

2006 Nursing Student, George Mason University, Fairfax, VA

Professional Medical Experience

2010-2011 Secretary, Gastroenterology Consultants of Northern Virginia, Fairfax, VA, Charles Huh, MD

Professional Memberships

American Academy of Physician Assistants

Virginia Academy of Physician Assistants

Alpha Epsilon Delta Pre-Medical Society

Secretary Hellenic Society

Honors

Dean’s List

Golden Key Honor Society (top 15% of class)

Alpha Lambda Delta National Honor Society

National Society of Collegiate Scholars

Volunteer/Community Service

One Race One Place

St. Katherine’s Greek Orthodox Church

Newborn Nursery INOVA Fairfax

Languages Spoken

English, Greek, and some Spanish

References

Charles Huh, MD Nick Deptula, PA-C Mitchell Jacobs, MD

703-***-**** 410-***-**** 443-***-****

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