Silvana Slusarciuc
Physician Assistant
**** **** **. *****, *********, VA
admjix@r.postjobfree.com
PROFILE
Energetic and passionate Physician Assistant dedicated to caring for patients with empathy and candor in a professional manner while striving to deliver exceptional care. Experience collaborating with other medical professionals in diagnosing and strategizing treatments for a diverse range of patients, and counseling patients on preventive care and positive lifestyle changes. A compassionate and thoughtful health care provider with a calm demeanor under pressure. EDUCATION
Master of Physician Assistant Studies
University of Charleston, Charleston, WV, April 2021 Bachelor of Science in Biology (Magna Cum Laude)
University of Charleston, Charleston, WV, December 2018 PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT CLINICAL CLERKSHIP July 2020 – April 2021 General Surgery Summersville Regional Medical Center, Summersville, WV Performed pre-op and post-op encounters in inpatient setting, and surgery follow-ups in outpatient setting. First assist in cholecystectomies, thyroidectomies, colectomies, colonoscopies, hernioplasties, as well as skin lesion removals. Performed surgical incision closures, I&Ds and wound checks. Cardiology (elective) Charleston Area Medical Center Hospital, Charleston, WV Obtained patient medical history and conducted cardiology consultations in inpatient and outpatient setting. Provided care for chronic heart disease management, including endocarditis, cardiac tamponade, and various valve disorders. Assisted with exercise and nuclear stress tests and observed percutaneous coronary intervention. Internal Medicine Boone Memorial Hospital, Madison, WV Collaborated with healthcare team the management on acute and chronic illnesses. Performed comprehensive history and physical exams in inpatient setting. Updated patient records and ordered tests as necessary for continued patient care. Communicated to attending physician any clinical change in patient status. Emergency Medicine Jackson General Hospital, Ripley, WV Assessed acute and emergent medical issues. Performed emergency procedures, ordered and interpreted diagnostics under supervision. Treated and provided education for prevention of diagnosis. Observed and assisted ACLS codes. Family Medicine Family Health Associates, South Charleston, WV Provided comprehensive health assessments and managed diagnosis specific regimens in adult and geriatric populations. Diagnosed and ordered labs, offered treatment, and prescribed medication under supervision. Cared for 10-15 patients per day with diabetes, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, COPD, hypothyroidism, gout and other primary care conditions. OBGYN St. Mary’s Hospital, Huntington, WV
First assist in C-sections, hysterectomies, oophorectomies, and exploratory laparoscopies, and attended to deliveries. Managed birth control regimens, infertility, menorrhagia, prenatal and postnatal care. Performed pap smears and assisted in colposcopies and IUD insertion/removals.
Psychiatry Highland Hospital, Charleston, WV
Conducted follow-up visits on mental health issues in an inpatient setting. Managed major depressive disorder, general anxiety disorder, bipolar disorders, panic disorders, PTSD, eating disorders, and personalities disorders. Pediatrics KidCare pediatrics, CAMC Women’s & Children’s Hospital Conducted well child visits in a clinic setting and cared for patients in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit. Participated in morning reports to the attending physician.
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GU exam, breast exam
First assist C-sections
Surgical first assist in minor surgery
Telehealth visits
EMR: Cerner, Epic, Athena
FAST scan (Focused Assessment with Sonography for Trauma) Languages: Romanian (fluent), Portuguese (medical) Silvana Slusarciuc Page 2 of 2
SKILLS
ABGs
Fluorescein stains
IV catherization
NG tube placement
Splinting, casting
Suturing, stapling
Foley placement
CERTIFICATIONS
National Certification of Physician Assistant Certified ACLS, BLS Current
Medication Administration Training Current
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Kanawha County Health Department, WV COVID-19 vaccination clinic Jan 2021 – April 2021 University of Charleston, WV Quarantine meal delivery Jan 2021 – April 2021 Ronald McDonald House Charities, WV Meal server Jan 2019 – April 2021 CAMC Memorial Hospital, WV Patient care services June 2017 – November 2018 ACTIVITIES AND ACHIEVEMENTS
Student moderator in a panel discussion on public health named “The Light at the End of the COVID-19 Tunnel” with Dr. Cathy Slemp, MD, MPH, Dr. Kim Sydnor, PhD, Dr. Kata Chillag, PhD, on January 17th, 2021. NCAA Women’s Tennis Team (NCAA Nationals Top 16 teams) of University of Charleston 2019. Teaching Assistant for General Chemistry and Microbiology at the University of Charleston. Peer Tutor for General Biology, General Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Microbiology, Physics, College Algebra, Intermediate Algebra, and Pre-Calculus classes at the University of Charleston. Resident Assistant for four years at the University of Charleston. TESTIMONIALS
“Silvana has a rare combination of insight into human nature and deep curiosity that portends a top career."
-Dr. Chamberlain, OBGYN at St. Mary’s Hospital and Cabell Huntington Hospital, Huntington, WV
“Excellent base knowledge of medicine, constant learner, always reading/studying."
-Dr. Eshenaur, Emergency Medicine at Jackson General Hospital, Ripley, WV
“Very intelligent and always professional.”
-Dr. Nease, Cardiology at Charleston Area Medical Center, Charleston, WV