Physician Assistant Medical
Resume:
Melissa Dutra, PA-C
Miami, FL 33137
**************@*****.***
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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