Raymond b. coles, pa-c

** ***** **** **** . ************, NJ 08081. 856-***-****

SUMMARY

Certified Physician Assistant with experience in Internal Medicine,

federal/state correctional institutions, and major teaching hospitals with

a solid medical background as an Army Medical Specialist and a Medical

Laboratory Technician. Demonstrated ability to develop trusting

relationships with patients and medical staff. Proven skills in performing

histories, physicals, diagnosing and treating patients in offices,

hospitals, and clinics. Known for initiative, self-motivation,

organization, and professionalism. Receiver of numerous honors and awards;

plus 27 years of total medical training and experience.

objective

To obtain employment as a physician assistant with the opportunity to learn

and increase my medical skills, knowledge, and medical responsibilities.

EXPERIENCE

April 2012- Present Excel Medical Center

Philadelphia, PA

Physician Assistant, Internal Medicine

Working under the supervision of a M.D. /D.O. to provide medical treatment

to patients with pathologies ranging from the common cold to cancer.

Managing patients who have multi-system disease processes. Educating

patients in regards to treatment and prevention of their diseases.

. Perform tasks allowed under state law which are delegated by the

supervising medical doctor.

. Interviewing patients and recording medical histories; conducting

physical examinations, ordering lab tests, making diagnoses,

prescribing treatments and medications.

. Commended for organization, focus, thorough data gathering, judgment,

interpersonal skills, and developing good rapport with patients and

staff.

January 2008-February 2012 Back on Trac Physical Therapy

Philadelphia, PA

Physician Assistant, Physical Therapy

Working under the supervision of an M.D. to initiate contact of accident

injury patients. Trained to do initial physical exams and assessments of

these patients, and to start therapeutic regimens for the specific

musculoskeletal injuries diagnosed in the pursuit of full recovery and

resolution of the injuries that occurred secondary to the accident. Educate

patients regarding their injuries and possible short and long term

outcomes.

. Perform tasks allowed under state law which are delegated by the

supervising medical doctor.

. Fill out appropriate legal and insurance papers for patients and

supervising medical doctor.

. Order appropriate diagnostic studies and specialty consults for

patients not responding to initial therapy.

July 2007- December 2007 Mid- Atlantic Spine

Newark, DE

Physician Assistant, Pain Management

Worked under the supervision of the office physicians in the evaluation and

treatment of the spine and other painful disorders. Trained to provide the

latest and most effective solutions in pain management. Communicated with

the patients from initial consultation through treatment and

rehabilitation. Educated the patient population in the area of pain

management and treatment.

. Performed tasks allowed under state law, which are delegated by the

supervising physician.

. Consulted with a supervising physician as needed or required by law.

. Provided the most advanced and effective treatment for patients with

spine and other painful conditions.

May 2006 - November 2006 Federal Bureau of Prisons

Fairton, NJ June 2005 - September 2005

Department of Corrections

Graterford, PA

Physician Assistant, Correctional Medicine

Worked under the supervision of the department physicians, providing a wide

range of healthcare services to the inmate population. Trained to provide a

variety of services as part of a healthcare team, including, but not

limited to, diagnostic, therapeutic, and preventative healthcare tasks;

examining patients; ordering and interpreting laboratory tests and X-rays;

taking patient medical histories; making diagnoses; and prescribing

medications.

. Performed tasks allowed under state law, which are delegated by the

supervising physician.

. Consulted with a supervising physician as needed or required by state

law.

October 2005 - December 2005 Cooper University Hospital

Camden, NJ

Physician Assistant, Department of Neurosurgery

Obtained detailed history and performed physical examinations on assigned

patients; assessed and treated acute/chronic medical problems and provided

direct patient care to a specified patient population. Assisted in

providing pre-op and post-op care; wrote appropriate orders and notes.

. Notified attending physician on call, house physician on call, or

supervising physician regarding any unusual or unexpected events or

problems requiring direct physician consultation.

. Practiced safety, environmental, and/or infection control methods.

. Coordinated the activities of patient care and support staff within

the hospital.

. Recorded progress notes on patients' charts indicating patient status

and treatment procedures performed; maintained other medical records

as required.

September 2003 - November 2003 Winslow Physicians

Winslow, NJ

June 2003- August 2003 Cooper Physicians

Magnolia, NJ

P.A. Preceptorships

Support assistant to physician staff. Formally trained to work under the

supervision of a medical doctor, assisted in the diagnosis and treatment of

diseases and injuries. Provided primary health care in rural areas where

people had little access to doctors. Worked with physicians caught up in

the revolution of managed care that has to see more patients in less time.

Performed many time consuming tasks normally done by doctors including:

. Interviewing patients and recording medical histories; conducting

physical examinations, ordering lab tests, making diagnoses,

prescribing treatments.

. Performed routine therapeutic procedures such as giving injections and

immunizations, cleaning and stitching minor wounds, applying splints,

and removing casts. Routine laboratory procedures may include drawing

blood, taking cultures, and performing and reading skin tests.

. Commended for organization, focus, thorough data gathering, judgment,

interpersonal skills, and developing good rapport with patients and

staff.

February 1986 - February 1988 United States Army

Fort Hood, TX

Medical Specialist

Administered emergency medical treatment to battlefield casualties,

assisted with outpatient care and treatment, assisted with inpatient care

and treatment under supervision of physician, nurse, physician's assistant,

or noncommissioned officers.

. Administers emergency and routine medical treatment to non-battle

casualties.

. Assisted with outpatient care and treatment; supervised field and

clinical medical facilities.

. Supervised activities of field, clinical and mobile treatment

facilities.

. Supervised Para-professional medical service activities in fixed and

mobile treatment facilities.

additional experience

July 2001- April 2006 Cooper University Hospital

Camden, NJ

Laboratory Technician, Blood Bank

Perform manual duties including ordering of blood products, processing

blood products into the blood bank, compatibility testing, antibody

screening and antigen typing, dispensed blood products accurately to

hospital staff to prevent transfusion reactions in the patient

population.

August 1997- August 2000 U.S. Pretrial Services Office

Philadelphia, PA

Laboratory Technician

Performed manual and automated operation of systems used for urine drug

testing. Trained new pretrial service officers on lab testing equipment.

Calibrated, maintained, and repaired all equipment used for drug

testing.

February 1990- August 1997 Virtua Hospital

Camden/Marlton, NJ

Medical Lab Assistant/Technician, Generalist

Processed/tested specimens in Blood Bank, Hematology, Chemistry,

Coagulation, and Urinalysis. Also performed collection, accessioning,

processing, preparation, and delivery of specimens for the lab.

EDUCATION

MCP Hahnemann University Hospital, Philadelphia, PA

Bachelor of Science, Physician Assistant Program 2003

Camden County College, Blackwood, NJ

Associate in Science, Medical Laboratory Technology 1995

United States Army, Academy of Health Sciences, Ft. Sam Houston, TX

Medical Diploma, Combat Medical Specialist 1986

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