Kate E. Reinsel

*** ***** ********* **. ● Brookville, PA 15825 ● 814-***-**** ● acqh0z@r.postjobfree.com

Academics

Master of Physician Assistant Studies Expected Graduation July 2015

Chatham University - Pittsburgh, PA

Bachelor of Science in Biology/Minor in Psychology May 2013

Thiel College – Greenville, PA

Cum Laude

Amelia Earhart Scholarship

Thiel Merit Award

Chi Alpha Sigma

Vice President of Scholarship

Women’s Varsity Basketball

Clinical Experience

Family Medicine April 20 – May 21, 2015

Health Associates East of Western PA – Pittsburgh, PA

Evaluated and managed patients with both acute and chronic medical conditions such as hypertension, diabetes mellitus, gastroesophageal reflux disease, peptic ulcer disease, sore throat, upper respiratory infections, headaches, anxiety, depression and abdominal pain. Performed well child visits, women’s health exams, annual physicals, and medication check-ups.

Cardiology March 16 – April 16, 2015

St. Margaret’s Hospital – Pittsburgh, PA

Evaluated and managed patients of varying ages in both the inpatient and outpatient setting. Managed cases of hypertension, congestive heart failure, dyslipidemia, coronary artery disease, and cardiac dysrhythmias. Acted as first assist during cardiac catheterization procedures. Evaluated and discussed EKG’s, echocardiograms, treadmill and pharmacologic stress tests.

Women’s Health February 9 – March 12, 2015

Life Journeys OB/GYN – Dubois, PA

Performed annual, acute and obstetric history and physicals within the outpatient setting. Independently performed pelvic exams, PAP smears, and endocervical cultures. Assisted in pessary insertions and removals, colposcopies, IUD insertions, and Implanon insertions and removals. Provided extensive patient education on contraception methods. Attended pharmaceutical representative meetings.

Emergency Medicine January 5 – February 5, 2015

Canonsburg General Hospital – Canonsburg, PA

Evaluated and managed patients of varying ages and complaints within a fast-paced setting. Completed suturing/stapling and removal, abscess incision and drainage and dental blocks. Completed urine analysis, rapid strep tests, splinting, joint immobilization, wound care and dressing, obtained and interpreted electrocardiograms, evaluated and discussed plain radiographs/MRI/CT scans and labs.

Pediatrics June 3 – July 11, 3013

Children’s Community Pediatrics – Pittsburgh, PA

Evaluated patients of varying ages from newborn to adolescent in the outpatient setting. Completed well infant/child examinations, sports physicals, sick visits, rapid strep tests, and immunizations.

Surgery November 3 – December 11, 2014

UPMC Mercy – Pittsburgh, PA

Acted as first and second assist in performing various surgeries in trauma, cardiology, respiratory and gastroenterology. Prepped and draped, completed surgical wound closures with staples and suture, placed hemovacs, wound care and dressing, placement of Foley catheters, and skin harvesting and transplantation. Removed hemovacs and JP drains. Dictated through EPIC. Attended morning meetings and rounding. Worked daily in the trauma bay and aided in patient evaluation for emergent surgery for gunshot wounds, stab wounds, sexual assault victims, acute abdomen, cardiac arrest, and motor vehicle accidents.

Psychiatry September 29 – October 30, 2014

Bay Medical Center Sacred Heart FL

Participated in patient medication management within the outpatient setting. Completed patient evaluations and mini mental exams. Aided with inpatient consults for patients with drug and alcohol addictions, suicide attempts and ideations, schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, conduct disorder, borderline personality disorder, bipolar disorder, and major depressive disorder

Orthopedics July 14 – August 14, 2014

UPMC Orthopedic Specialists – Pittsburgh, PA

Acted as a first and second assist in various orthopedic surgeries such as total hip arthroplasty, knee arthroscopy and arthroplasty, reconstructive tenodesis, ankle arthrodesis, open and closed reduction internal fixation and carpal tunnel release. Completed outpatient history and physical examinations as well as assessment, plan and patient education. Completed suturing/stapling in the office, as well as removal, wound care, and interpretation of radiographs.

Internal Medicine June 2 – July 10, 2014

West Penn Medical Associates – Pittsburgh, PA

Evaluated the varying chronic medical conditions in a geriatric focused outpatient setting. Completed history, physical exams, and paper charting independently.

Work Experience

Server May 2010 – August 2013

Plyler’s Family Restaurant and Buffet - Brookville, PA

Worked in customer service, waited tables, cashier, and multi-tasked in a fast-paced environment.

Certifications

American Heart Association, Basic Life Support Certification October 2013 to Present

American Heart Association, Cardiovascular Life Support Certification November 2013 to Present

NCCPA Certification Eligible August 2015

Organizations

American Academy of Physician Assistants October 2013 to Present

Pennsylvania Society of Physician Assistants November 2013 to Present

Beta Beta Beta 2010 to Present

Chi Alpha Sigma February 2011

Relevant Skills/Volunteer and Educational Experiences

Volunteer: Spring into Action Trash Pick-Up/Recycling, Brookville Ministerium Food Pantry, and Rebecca M. Arthurs Memorial Library

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