Sidney Brown, BS, PA-S

Phone 864-***-**** *** Arbor Rd

Spartanburg, SC 29307

ac5cjm@r.postjobfree.com

Education

Jan 2016 -

May 2018 Gardner-Webb University

Physician Assistant Program, Boiling Springs, SC

M.S., Physician Assistant Studies, Anticipated May 2018

Clinical Rotations:

Dermatology- elective Dermatology and Laser Center of Charleston 6 weeks

Independent performance of comprehensive skin examinations, diagnosis, and developing treatment plans under supervision of clinical preceptor

Performed shave biopsies, punch biopsies, cryotherapy, electrodessication and curettage, and intralestional injections

Refined skills in dermoscopy, microscopy, histopathology, and interpretation of lab results

First assist in elliptical excisions of atypical nevi, basal cell carcinoma, and squamous cell carcinoma, including performing simple and complex suture closures

Observed and assisted with Mohs surgeries

Observed various cosmetic procedures such as Botox, Dysport, Juvederm, Restyline, and Kybella

Family Medicine Novant Family Physicians 6 weeks

Internal Medicine Luvis Internal Medicine 6 weeks

Surgery Saint Luke’s Surgical Associates 6 weeks

Ob/Gyn Medical Group of the Carolinas- Women’s Clinic 3 weeks

ER Carolinas Healthcare System- Cleveland 6 weeks

Underserved (ER) Carolinas HeathCare System- Cleveland 3 weeks

Psychiatry Carolinas Center for Behavioral Health 3 weeks

Pediatrics Novant Pediatrics- Ballantyne 3 weeks

Proficient in:

Venipuncture, administration of local anesthesia, incision and drainage, collection of cultures, wound care and dressing changes, closure of wounds via suture, staples, and dermabond, administration and prescription of medications, identifying heart sounds, subungual hematoma trephination; IM, subcutaneous, and intradermal injections; microscopic examination of KOH wet prep, skin scrapings, and hair; performing and interpreting 12-lead ECG and rhythm, aseptic technique

Experience in:

Digital nerve block, examination of eyes using fluoroscein staining, casting and splinting,, assisted endoscopy, colonoscopy, insertion and removal of central lines, clinical breast exams, vaginal and/or cervical specimen collection for PAP testing, STD testing, performing throat swab, urinary bladder catheterization, vaginal newborn delivery, various surgical procedures

Aug 2010 –

May 2014 Bachelor of Science: Exercise Science- Emphasis on Scientific Foundations

University of South Carolina, Columbia, SC

-Leadership Distinction in Professional and Civic Engagement

-Deans List

-Recipient of the LIFE Scholarship

-Founding member of Premedical Fraternity Phi Delta Epsilon

-Scholarship Chair for the Senior National Honor Society Mortar Board

May 2013 Study Abroad: History of the Italian Mafia

The American International Institution in London- Florence Center- Florence, Italy

-Recipient of the Beyond Boundaries Scholarship

Employment Summary

May 2014 –

Jan 2016 Georgia Skin Specialists Atlanta, GA

Medical Assistant

-Maintain accurate and detailed patient histories and physicals

-Counseled patients through doctor’s instructions and answered questions to ensure proper provider/patient understanding, encouraging them to share questions and concerns

-First assist in in-office surgeries that included preparation, suture assist, specimen collection, thorough procedure history documentation, and adequate post surgical care

-First assist in various laser procedures

-Managed medication prescriptions, refills, insurance claims, and educating patients prescription instructions

-Delivered pathology results while providing education to the patient on etiologies, treatment options, and prevention techniques for the condition being discussed.

-Monitored patients’ condition and progress.

-Inspected medical instruments and equipment to maintain proper hygiene and sterility.

Jun 2012 –

Aug 2012 Highlander Surgical Group Spartanburg, SC

Intern

-Observing and administering care to patients in the office.

-Gained insight into different types of surgeries and how they are performed.

-Assisted with chart filing and organizing.

Mar 2011 –

Nov 2013 South Carolina Senate Senator Glenn Reese and Sen. Kevin Johnson Columbia, SC

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-Duties include delivering materials and messages within the Capital complex, answering phones in the Members’ offices and working in the Senate Chambers when the General Assembly is in session.

Certifications

• 2018 (anticipating), Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants

• 2017 Advance Cardiac Life Support and Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers

• 2017 Occupational Safety and Health Administration Certification

• 2017 HIPAA Certified

Professional Memberships

• American Academy of Physician Assistants

• American Academy of Dermatology

• Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants

Volunteer Experience

• Free Medical Clinic Columbia, SC 2014

Assisted providers in collecting patient vitals, including obtaining blood glucose reading and urinalyses

Obtaining medical histories, and verifying treatment plans with patients

Assisted the pharmacy in filling and administering prescriptions

Computer Skills

Computer charting and data entry in Epic, Greenway, Cerner, and Athenahealth

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