Melissa N. Minor, PA-C

601-***-****

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Brandon, MS 39042

actgsi@r.postjobfree.com

Objective: Motivated, personable and dedicated professional seeking a clinical position as a Physician Assistant in a patient-centered environment with opportunity for continual professional growth. Education

2013 - 2015 Mississippi College

Physician Assistant Program, Clinton, MS

M.S.M., Physician Assistant Studies, December 2015 Community Service Project:

Diabetes Association of Mississippi Super Conference: Mini Camp Kandu in which children learn about diabetes management, including the importance of healthy meal planning, exercising regularly and monitoring blood-glucose levels.

Mississippi Children’s Museum: Assisted in providing a unique and exciting educational experience that ignites and inspires a thirst for discovery, knowledge and learning in all children. Facilitated activities at each exhibit space designed around five themes of Mississippi Heritage, health and nutrition, literacy, cultural arts and science and technology. Clinical Rotations:

Family Medicine River Region Hospital: Street Clinic 5 weeks Jackson-Hinds Comprehensive Clinic 5 weeks

Internal Medicine Hinds Internal Medicine 13 weeks Pediatrics River Oaks Hospital 5 weeks

Jackson-Hinds Comprehensive Clinic 1 week

ER University of Mississippi Medical Center 5 weeks Behavioral Health G. V. Sonny Montgomery VA Medical Center 5 weeks General Surgery/Bariatric Baptist Hospital 5 weeks Women’s Health Natchez Regional Medical Center 5 weeks Jackson-Hinds Comprehensive Clinic 1 week

Dermatology Belle Meade Medical Dermatology 2 weeks Urology Mississippi Urology Clinic 5 weeks

Proficient in:

Critical thinking & decision making, obtaining patient history, medical assessment, medical charting, venipuncture, obtaining and interpretation of diagnostic tests, collection of cultures, biopsy techniques, arterial blood draws, CPR, wound care and dressing changes, closure of wounds via suture and derma bond, wellness exam, Pap smear, administration and prescription of medications.

Experience in:

Incision and drainage, splinting, endoscopy, foot exam, insertion and removal of central lines, endotracheal intubation, insertion and removal of chest tubes, paracentesis, lumbar puncture, colposcopy, catheter insertion, wound debridement. 2009 - 2011 Mississippi Valley State University, Itta Bena, MS Master of Arts in Teaching, Secondary Science, magna cum laude Thurgood Marshall Scholar, 2009

2003 - 2007 Mississippi Valley State University, Itta Bena, MS Bachelor of Science, Biology, magna cum laude

Presidential Scholar, 2003 - 2007

Employment Summary

2012 - 2013 Science Lab Coordinator Natchez-Adams School District Natchez, MS 2010 - 2011 Teacher

Deliver grade-level CA content standards-based lab courses for students in grades 1-5 to enrich student understanding and experience of Science content and lab practices. Provide Science enrichment labs for primary elementary grades (1-3) to supplement science content instruction in the classroom.

Provide ongoing weekly Science instruction and lab practical experience for grade 5 students throughout the school year. Utilize a variety of assessment strategies to advance student understanding of science content and lab practices based upon content standards while also integrating timely and appropriate local, national and world events. Manage a roster of 100-150 grade 5 students.

Work with grade-level teachers on design and timing of Science Lab curriculum. Assist in Science Review process for annual summative assessments.

(40-50 hrs. per week)

2011-2012 Quality Assurance Analyst Philotechnics Port Allen, LA Environ. Engineering Tech II

*Sub-Contracted by Dade Moeller for the MS Canyon 252 Oil Spill Worked in emergency/oil spill sample management system. Conducted water column and soil sediment sampling management on off shore marine vessel. Conducted data management on off shore marine vessel. Worked with trade associations and joint industry programs. Performed sample intakes on tendered marine vessels in the Gulf of Mexico. Led teams conducting sample intakes to retrieve environmental samples and data from field intake teams.

Processed samples and associated data for shipment to laboratories and processing facilities. Conduced field accessioning and initial quality checks of data. Ensure possession and integrity of samples is maintained. Responsible for conducting secondary QA and data uploads. Handled chain of custody information and procedures Experience following and/or developing SOPs.

(40-90 hrs. per week)

2010 Medical Paralegal Benoist Law Offices Natchez, MS Help prepare for closings, hearings, trials, and corporate meetings. Investigate the facts of cases and ensure that all relevant information is considered Identify appropriate laws, judicial decisions and other materials that are relevant to assigned cases Analyze and organize the information. Prepare written reports and legal documents.

(30 hrs. per week)

2007 - 2010 Teacher / Coach Greenwood High School Greenwood, MS Manage a classroom of 9-12th grade Science Skills, Biology 1 and 2 students and assume all responsibilities of a regular classroom teacher

Launched a mentoring group for disadvantaged young girls to decrease the teenage pregnancy rate and increase the number attending college. Arranged meetings and created agendas. Create and implement systems to improve student productivity. Coach and mentored high school Cheerleading and Tennis players. Assisted in overseeing the collections, accurate accounting & reporting of funds for organizations (40 hrs. per week)

Scholarships

• 2015 – 2016: GE-NMF Primary Care Leadership Program

• 2009 – 2010: Thurgood Marshall Scholarship recipient

• 2005 – 2007: Thurgood Marshall Scholarship recipient

• 2003 – 2007: Full Academic Scholarship – MS Valley State University

• 2003 – 2006: Athletic Scholarship, Varsity Tennis – MS Valley State University Honors and Awards

• 2015: GE-NMF Primary Care Leadership Program Scholar

• 2005-2007: Thurgood Marshall Leadership Scholar

• 2003 – 2005: Women’s Varsity Tennis Team MVP

Certifications

• 2014, Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support

• 2014, Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers Professional Memberships

• 2013 - 2015, Student Member, American Academy of Physician Assistants

• 2013 - 2015, Student Member, Mississippi Association of Physician Assistants

• 2013 - 2014, Diversity Chair, Donald Fisher Student Society Volunteer Experience

• Mississippi Children’s Museum

Assist visitors through various exhibits throughout the museum

• Mississippi Science Fair – Volunteer

Assisted with state high school science fair

• The Distinguished Ladies Mentoring – Founder

Founder of an after-school mentoring organization for high school females

• MVSU Pre-School

Assisted children with daily work- learning to write, read and learn colors

• Leflore County High School

Tutored and assisted teacher with lessons and activities

• Habitat for Humanity

Assist families in building houses

• MVSU Boys & Girls Club

Organized schedules and activities for participants Mentor & tutor participants

Computer Skills

Computer charting and data entry, Word, Excel, Power Point Electronic Medical Records: EPIC, eClinical Works, Athena Health, Greenway Prime Suite, CPRS, MAPS References available upon request

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