Melissa Dutra, PA-C

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Miami, FL 33137

786-***-****

ac6wez@r.postjobfree.com

Professional Summary:

Currently, working part time in a dermatology office in Miami. I am happy in my current position. However, looking to work occasional weekend shifts and a few hours during the week to maintain skill set. I have experience in family medicine and during clinical rotations – was complimented on ability to establish great patient – provider relationships. I look forward to hearing from you!

Skills:

-Proficiency in suturing

-Knowledgeable in the evaluation and treatment of various medical conditions.

Education:

Master of Science, Physician Assistant, Dec 2017

Barry University - Miami, FL

Competencies:

-Providing patient-centered care

-Knowledge of medical pathophysiology

-Formulating differential diagnoses based on clinical presentations

-Ordering and reading laboratory and imaging tests

-Communicating with other providers and staff appropriately to provide first-rate patient care.

Bachelor of Arts, English Literature, Dec 2011

Florida State University - Tallahassee, FL

-GPA [3.7]

-Graduated Magna Cum Laude.

-Minor in Philosophy.

Associate of Arts, Aug 2009

Indian River State College - Fort Pierce, FL

-GPA [3.82]

-Graduated Magna Cum Laude.

-Awarded Honor's Program Diploma.

-Dean's List Honoree.

License(s):

Physician Assistant – FL

# 9111077

01/2018 – 01/2020

Certifications:

NCCPA Certification 12/26/17 – 12/31/2019

BLS Provider 08/16/2016 - 08/2018

ACLS Provider 08/16/2016 - 08/2018

PALS Provider 08/18/2016 - 08/2018

OSHA Training 08/08/2016

Preventing Medical Errors (2hrs) 08/09/2016

HIV/AIDS (1hr) 08/09/2016

HIPAA (1hr) 08/11/2016

Experience:

Dermatology Physician Assistant, 07/09/18 present

Miami, FL

-Assist in treating patients in both medical and cosmetic dermatology

-Operate lasers – IPL, Laser Hair, & Thermi

-Perform chemical peels, Micro-needling procedure

-Document clinical notes via EMR – Modernizing Medicine

-Monitor office supply inventory and make appropriate orders for products, ect.

-Order appropriate labs and send out specimens for pathology

Dermatology Physician Assistant, 03/29/18 07/06/18

Dr. Robert Norman & Associates Tampa, FL

-Treat dermatological conditions in both the office and nursing homes

-Document clinical notes

-Order and interpret appropriate labs and imaging studies

-Perform appropriate dermatologic procedures on case-by-case basis

Family Medicine Physician Assistant, 02/05/18 – 03/26/18

Gilbert Medical Group –Hollywood, FL

-Provide care to patients of all ages

-Treat multiple medical conditions that include but are not limited to diabetes, hypertension, and strep pharyngitis

-Document in patients’ electrical medical record using eClincalWorks

-Order and interpret appropriate labs and imaging studies

Unit Secretary, 09/2014 07/2015

Lawnwood Regional Medical Center – Fort Pierce, FL

-Receive and route messages or documents, such as laboratory tests, to appropriate staff.

-Maintain electrical medical record and paper chart.

-Monitor patients at risk for falls and under Baker-Act.

Teller, 04/2013 to 03/2014

JP Morgan Chase – Port Saint Lucie, FL

-Cash checks and pay out money after verifying that signatures are correct, that written and numerical amounts agree, and that accounts have sufficient funds.

-Balance currency, coin, and checks in cash drawers at ends of shifts, and calculate daily transactions using computers, calculators, or adding machines.

Receptionist, 02/2012 to 11/2012

LA Fitness – Port Saint Lucie New Hyde Park, FL NY

-Assisted with new memberships and managed front desk

Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education, 04/2012 to 06/2012

Allapattah Flats, K-8 – Port Saint Lucie, FL

-Instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations.

-Confer with parents or guardians, teachers, counselors, and administrators to resolve students ‘behavioral and academic problems.

-Prepare, administer, and grade tests and assignments to evaluate students' progress.

Clinical Rotations:

Dermatology, 07/10/17 - 08/18/17

Greater Miami Skin & Laser Center, Miami Beach, FL 33140

Preceptor: Nardo Zaias, MD

-Participated in taking punch & shave biopsies

-Performed excisional biopsies

-Performed Cryotherapy

-Assisted in MOHs surgery

-Participated in suturing

-Observed laser therapy

-Participated in onychomycosis research

Emergency Medicine, 05/29/17 - 07/04/17

Miami VA Healthcare System, Miami, FL 33125

Preceptor(s): John Esin, MD, Daisy Mirello, PA-C

-Participated in suturing

-Provided wound care

-Evaluated sprains and fractures

Pediatrics, 04/03/17 - 05/09/17

Pedroso Pediatrics, Hollywood, FL 33020

Preceptor(s): Francisco Martin, MD & Manuel Pedroso, MD

-Performed rapid strep tests

-Participated in taking nasal & throat cultures

-Assisted in the facilitation of vaccine schedules

-Measured child head circumference & length

Family Medicine, 02/20/17 - 03/28/17

Big Pine Medical & Minor Emergency Center, Big Pine Key, FL 33043

Preceptor: Patricia Perry, ARNP

-Performed female wellness physicals

-Performed employment physicals

-Provided care to correctional inmates

Psychiatry/Behavioral Medicine, 01/09/17 - 02/14/17

Reflections Wellness Center of Broward, Inc., Davie, FL 33024

Preceptor: Ledia Urbano, CAC

-Led group therapy sessions

-Completed psych wellness physicals

-Observed psychiatrist during one-on-one psych sessions

Cardio-thoracic Surgery, 11/14/16 - 1/3/17

Broward General Hospital, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316

Preceptor: Wael Z. Tamim, M.D., PA

-Participated in placing central lines

-1st assist in most surgeries

-Participated in suturing

-Monitored chest tube/drainage system

Prenatal Care/Women's Health, 10/03/16 - 11/08/16

Private Practice, Hallandale Beach, FL 33009

Preceptor: Wayne Digiacomo, MD

-Performed Pap smears and vaginal cultures

-Provided family planning counseling

-Assisted in C-section deliveries

-Monitored fetal heart rate via Doppler

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Internal Medicine/Nephrology/Geriatrics, 08/22/16 - 09/27/16

Mount Sinai Medical Center, Miami Beach, FL 33140

Preceptor: Leticia Adan, MD

-Participated in evaluating patients on hemodialysis

-Provided counseling on life-style changes and compliance w/medications

-Monitored blood pressure and diabetes management

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