Physician Assistant Medical

JENNIFER ADAMS, PA-C

Atlanta, Georgia • 706-***-**** • *****.*****.**@*****.***

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CERTIFIED PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT

Experienced and highly-motivated plastic surgery physician assistant with extensive surgical and clinical experience. Autonomously practicing while focused on superior patient care and practice growth. Energetic with tireless work ethic and strong aesthetic background. Certified Physician Assistant. State of Georgia. 2013-Present. CPR & ACLS Certifications. 2013-Present.

DEA License. 2013-Present.

Expert Injector Certification

Profitable contributor

Excellent patient relations/reviews

Highly autonomous

Experienced in managing Spanish-speaking patients

Trustworthy & reliable character

Highly enthusiastic & personable

Integral in practice development

Adaptable & dynamic in challenging environment

Undeniable commitment to five star care

2013 - 2017 Plastic Surgery Physician Assistant

Georgia Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

Perform initial consultation and develop non-surgical & surgical treatment plans Prepare & complete all pre-operative patient documentation, evaluations & clearances Evaluate, assess, & manage all immediate post-operative patients Medically manage complex surgical patients in peri-operative period Independently & effectively take hospital & practice-based call Effectively communicate with supervising physician all necessary patient & practice updates

& vital information

Proactively contribute & work synergistically with supervising physician, healthcare & supportive staff to maximize patient safety, overall experience, retention and practice growth

Perform advanced first-assist duties in all surgical procedures: abdominoplasty, blepharoplasty (upper & lower), Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL), breast augmentation, breast reconstruction (TRAM, Latissimus Flap, Tissue-expander based), breast reduction, buttock augmentation with gluteal implants, facelift, fat grafting (breast, buttock, face, other contour deformities), gynecomastia reduction, lipoabdominoplasty (extended, fleur-de-lis), liposuction (laser-assisted & power-assisted), lower body lift, mastopexy, rhinoplasty, thigh lift, and more)

Specialized in skin care, facial rejuvenation and minimally invasive procedures Advanced wound care management skills with extensive experience in partial and full Summary

Licenses

Key Qualifications

Work Experience

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thickness, chronic and acute wound assessment and treatment Successfully assess and manage dermatologic conditions with both medical and surgical approaches

Create & implement patient education, practice documents & EMR templates Regularly assess and implement numerous practice process improvement tools Maximize surgical & clinical capacity with regular schedule maintenance & review Create standardized training tools to maximize staff performance & retention Develop & execute surgical & non-surgical promotions to maximize practice profitability Create marketing graphics, emails & flyers to promote procedures & events Actively participate in practice meetings, evaluations, & practice development Enhance practice exposure by maintaining patient portal, photos, social media & review sites

Prepare for, host & participate in continuing education opportunities Perform regular analysis of patient & practice data for evaluation & process improvement Traveled to, coordinated & assisted in medical care of international patients Autonomously perform minor in-office procedures (see details below) Insurance billing and coding for in office visits, procedures, surgery, orders, and pre- authorization requests (CPT, ICD-10 codes)

2014 - 2017 Board Member

Asuch Surgery Center

Work collaboratively with physicians, anesthesiologists, and nursing staff Recover patients post-operatively in PACU and determine discharge criteria Establish safety and process protocols to enhance and standardize patient experience and care

Train new nursing and surgical staff

Perform data collection and evaluation to assess and track complication rates Implement new approaches and modify current processes to maximize profitability and patient safety

Familiar with AAAASF credentialing process and maintenance demands Certified Advanced Injector (Juvederm®, Volbella®, Voluma®, Restylane®, Radiesse®, Belotero®, Botox®, Dysport®, Xeomin®)

Laser Safety Officer (YAG 1064, ALEX 755) – perform laser hair removal, treat solar letigines, ablate small varicosities, manage/train laser technicians & equipment

Perform advanced wound debridement & management

Autonomously perform procedures: earlobe repair, skin/lesion biopsy, excision & closure Knowledgeable in skin care: Obagi®, Revision®, Environ®, VI Aesthetics & more Highly skilled user of: Vectra ® 3D Imaging, PatientNOW (EMR), EPIC (EMR) & TouchMD Proficient in performing all of the following procedures: Chemical Peels

Coolsculpting®

Cryoshape®

Hair Restoration

Keloid/scar management

Kybella®

Microneedling

PRP (scalp & skin)

SmartGraft®

Smoothshapes®

ThermiBody Smooth®

ThermiSmooth®

ThermiVa®

Ultherapy®

Additional Professional

Experience

Training &

Certifications

Education

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2010 - 2013 Master of Medical Science

Mercer University Physician Assistant Program

Summa Cum Laude, GPA 3.93

2006 - 2010 Bachelor of Science in Psychology

University of Georgia

Child Health & Development Minor, GPA 3.45

Mercer University Humanitarian Award, 2013

Awarded to a single student for exemplary academic achievement and outstanding promotion of community health and welfare through philanthropic efforts and compassionate healthcare Pi Alpha Honor Society for Physician Assistants, 2013 Inducts physician assistants who attain academic excellence & achievement in social work Phi Kappa Phi National Honor Society, 2013

The most selective collegiate honor society awards students in the top ten percent of their class by invitation only, to recognize their commitment to academic excellence

Paul Ambrose Scholars Fellowship, 2012-present

Awarded to students with the best preventative healthcare program to expose students to the Surgeon General and other influential healthcare officials to prepare fellows to be leaders in addressing population health challenges at the national and community level

Student of the Year, 2012

Awarded by the Georgia Association of Physician Assistants for exemplary leadership, academic achievement, and demonstrating the ideals of the PA profession

Wade Scholarship Recipient, Mercer University Physician Assistant Program, 2011 Awarded to students in commemoration of a classmate for exuding passion for healthcare, serving others, and academic excellence

Academic Excellence Recognition, Mercer University Physician Assistant Program, 2012 Received four times for accomplishing a semester GPA of 4.0 Dean’s List, University of Georgia, 2010

Awarded to students displaying extreme dedication to academic excellence Presidential Scholar, University of Georgia, 2008

Awarded to students who achieve a 4.0 GPA for a minimum of one semester Student Academy of the American Academy of Physician Assistants Physician Assistant Foundation Representative, 2012-present Create, advertise, and execute all national service projects for PA students while chairing the PA Foundation to advocate for student recognition and involvement

House of Delegates Representative, 2012

Nationally represented all PA students propose, discuss, and vote on resolutions that affect the education, current standards, and future implications of the PA career Philanthropic Task Force Member, 2011

Nationally promoted service projects to PA students to make projects more manageable and accessible to motivate students to get involved

Honors & Awards

Activities

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Christian Medical and Dental Association Mission Trip to Haiti, August 2012 Traveled with members of class, staff, and supervising physicians to provide healthcare to Haitian citizens while further developing clinical skills

Class Service Team Leader, 2011

Organized and implemented philanthropic projects for class-wide participation Gesundheit! Institute Mission Trip to Iquitos, Peru, August 2011 Traveled with Dr. Patch Adams to increase the quality of life of a poor community while gaining rural medicine experience by treating patients

Hearts Everywhere Reaching Out (HEROs) Board of Directors, 2006-2010 Created, managed, and implemented campaigns for recruitment, fundraising, and HIV/AIDS awareness on campus and in the community; compiled curriculum to teach sexual education, HIV/AIDS education, and emotional well-being for largest collegiate non-profit in southeast

Global L.E.A.D (Leadership, Education, Adventure, Diplomacy) Ambassador, May-July 2009 Traveled to South Africa to develop impoverished communities through HIV/AIDS education, healthcare administration, and childhood development programs

University of Georgia Pre-Physician Assistant Club, PR Officer, President, 2007-2010 Managed Pre-PA students by advising students, organizing meetings, philanthropic events, and PA school campus visits, and grew membership from 75 to 300

Lipoabdominoplasty in the High BMI Patient: Is It Safe? Okoro, Stanley A.; Celestin, Ruth N.; Adams, Jennifer C. Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery . 134(4S-1):100-101, October 2014. Publications

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