Physician Assistant
Resume:
Kathryn Virant
***** ***** **** ***** *******, TX 77095 817-***-**** *******.******@*****.***
EDUCATION University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas
Masters of Physician Assistant Studies, GPA: 3.93 July 2016 - August 2018
Texas A&M University, College Station, Texas
Bachelors of Science in Kinesiology, GPA: 3.75 Magna Cum Laude August 2012 - May 2015
CERTIFICATIONS Physician Assistant National Certification PANCE scheduled for 08/25/2018
American Heart Association Basic Life Support Exp: 12/2018
American Heart Association Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Exp: 12/2018
American Heart Association Pediatric Advanced Life Support Exp: 01/2020
NREMT EMT-B Certification #: E3207322 Exp: 03/2020
TDSHS EMT-B Certification #: 146444 Exp: 08/2019
CLINICAL PEDIATRICS & WOMEN’S HEALTH
ROTATIONS Katy RMCH, Katy, TX
Preceptor: Melony Hicks, WHCNP June 2018
Luv-N-Care Pediatrics, Cypress, TX
Preceptor: Dr. Ambreen Aslam April 2018
Experience: well child check, URI, OM, asthma, UTI, gastroenteritis, FTT, jaundice, reflux, VUR, ADHD
MEDICINE
Hamilton Medical Clinic - Internal Medicine, Dallas, TX
Preceptor: Dr. Steve Johnson March 2017
Experience: management of chronic conditions, preventative medicine, acute complaints, minor procedures
Nathan Cardiology, Webster, TX
Preceptor: Dr. Nathan Periyanan February 2018
Experience: Afib, HTN, CAD, angina, exercise & nuclear stress tests, ECHO, cardioversion, angiography
Houston Pulmonology Medicine, Webster, TX
Preceptor: Dr. Sandeep Gupta January 2018
Experience: OSA, asthma/COPD, PE, pneumonia, lung nodules, ARDS, ICU/CCU multidisciplinary care
EMERGENCY MEDICINE & SURGERY
Houston Methodist TMC General Surgery, Houston, TX
Preceptor: Natalie Ware, PA-C, Dr. Patrick Reardon November 2017
Notable Cases: Roux-en-Y, sleeve gastrectomy, LINX, inguinal & umbilical hernias (minimally invasive)
20 Total Cases, 12 First Assist Cases
College Station Medical Center ER, College Station, TX
Preceptor: Anna Holub, PA-C October 2017
Experience: chest pain, abdominal pain, vaginal bleeding, headaches, stroke, fever, AMS, trauma
Memorial Hermann TMC Cardiothoracic Surgery, Houston, TX
Preceptor: Barbi Witz, PA-C September 2017
Notable Cases: heart & lung transplants, CABG/EVH, valve replacements, LVAD implantation, VATS
17 Total Cases, 9 First Assist Cases
PRIMARY CARE
Katy VA Hospital, Katy, TX
Preceptor: Dr. Swapna Gupta August 2017
Experience: preventative medicine, management of chronic conditions, depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder
Pezzia & Associates Internal Medicine, Katy, TX
Preceptor: Renee Dodd, PA-C July 2017
Experience: preventative medicine, sports physicals, management of chronic conditions, acute complaints
Houston Methodist Sugar Land Orthopedics, Sugar Land, TX
Preceptor: Stephen Melancon, PA-C, Dr. Dean Dominy June 2017
Notable Cases: joint arthroscopy, various ORIF’s, shoulder and hip replacement, laminectomy
33 Total Cases, 23 First Assist Cases
HEALTHCARE PMR Medical
EXPERIENCE Occupational Health Specialist & EMT-B March 2016 - June 2016
Performed emergency care and occupation health for Weitz Construction employees at the Park West Construction Project in College Station, TX
Texas A&M University EMS
EMT-B August 2015 - December 2016
Performed patient care at the basic life support level at university sponsored events
Texas A&M University Student Health Services
Nursing Assistant December 2014 - May 2016
Obtained patient vitals and performed initial patient interview as well as approved procedures
St. Joseph’s Family Medicine, Bryan, Texas
Shadow January 2014 - December 2014
Observed and assisted PA Jill Whitley in a clinical setting
Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery of Denton, Denton, Texas
Shadow December 2013 - December 2014
Observed Dr. Tung Cai and PA Rachal Bewers in the OR during CABGs, a pneumonectomy, and an epicardial lead placement with the da Vinci Robotic Surgical System
Assisted PA Rachal Bewers in clinic for peri-operative visits & during patient rounds in the CVICU
Orthopedic Specialists of North Texas, Denton, Texas
Shadow January 2013
Observed and assisted Dr. Eric Eifler and PA Tyler Jefferson in a clinical setting
PROFESSIONAL American College Health Association, Speaker June 2017
ORGANIZATIONS
Society of Emergency Medicine Physician Assistants, Member January 2017 - Present
Attending conference in May, 2018
The National Society of Leadership and Success, Member January 2017 - Present
Nominated by faculty for the University of Texas Medical Branch Chapter
American Academy of Physician Assistants, Member September 2015 - Present
Texas Academy of Physician Assistants, Member & Speaker January 2014 - Present
Legislative Affairs Committee Member, 2017 - 2018
Led UTMB students and participated in PA Day at the Capitol, 2017
UTMB Student Representative, 2016 - 2018
Attended 9 total conferences
Future Aggie Physician Assistants, Member August 2012 - May 2015
Officer Position: Events Coordinator, 2013 - 2014
Founded and coordinated small groups in the organization to promote peer interaction
Planned events including TAPA conferences, suture clinics, CPR courses, profit shares, etc.
Texas A&M Emergency Care Team, Member January 2014 - December 2014
SERVICE PA Day at the Capitol, Austin, Texas
UTMB Student Representative April 2017
Motivated, organized, and prepared UTMB students to attend and lobby for current PA issues
Communicated the importance of TAPA’s Legislative Agenda to legislative officials
Discussed how the proposed bills would benefit PA practice and the heath care delivered to the patient population of Texas
Tooth Project, Galveston, Texas
Volunteer Dental Health Presenter February 2017
Communicated the importance of dental health to elementary school classes
Taught the students how to practice proper dental hygiene skills
St. Vincent’s Clinic, Galveston, Texas
Volunteer Provider September 2016 - Present
Perform a medical interview, physical exam, and determining treatment plan with Provider supervision
Provide medical care at no cost to the underprivileged population of Galveston
Boys and Girls Club of America, Bryan, Texas
Volunteer and Mentor January 2013 - November 2014
Engaged with local elementary school aged children by playing games and helping with homework
Sports for Kids, Texas A&M University
Member January 2013 - December 2013
Interacted with elementary school aged children at camps
Encouraged sports and an active lifestyle
Enabled local children to attend collegiate sporting events
Brazos Valley Sports Medicine, College Station, Texas
Volunteer August 2012 - May 2014
Assisted with documentation and general office duties
Directed patients through basic therapy exercises
St. Philip’s Catholic Church Vacation Bible School, Flower Mound, Texas
Crew Leader July 2008 - July 2013
Led a group of elementary aged children through different stations (crafts, games, etc.)
HONORS & Alpha Eta Honor Society, University of Texas Medical Branch November 2017 - August 2018
AWARDS School of Health Professions Dean’s List, University of Texas Medical Branch August 2016 - August 2018
PA Class of 2018 TAPA Representative, University of Texas Medical Branch August 2016 - August 2018
Interprofessional Scholar, University of Texas Medical Branch January 2017 - August 2018
Magna Cum Laude Graduate, Texas A&M University May 2015
President's Endowed Scholarship Recipient, Texas A&M University August 2012 - May 2015
Biomedical Science Distinguished Student Award, Texas A&M University December 2012
Leadership Award, Denton County Texas A&M Club May 2012
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