Physician Assistant Medical
Resume:
Nicole Lynn McCarthy
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OBJECTIVE
Physician Assistant with four years of direct patient care and surgical experience, seeking to transition into a medical sales position.
EDUCATION
Mercer University, Atlanta, GA Graduated May 2015
Masters of Medical Science (MMSc), Physician Assistant
College of Health Professions, ARC-PA accredited
GPA: 3.709
Miami University, Oxford, OH Graduated 2012
Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and Health
Major in Exercise Science
CERTIFICATION
NCCPA Board Certified May 2015
ACLS September 2017
LICENSURE
Physician Assistant GA State Licensure
DEA License
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA) 2013 – Present
Georgia Association of Physician Assistants (GAPA) 2013 – Present
WORK EXPERIENCE
Physician Assistant July 2016 - Present
OrthoAtlanta, 771 Old Norcross Rd Lawrenceville, GA
Assess patient’s condition through a detailed history and physical exam.
Identify neurologic and musculoskeletal conditions.
Order and interpret correct diagnostic studies including x-rays, MRIs and CT scans.
Formulate a treatment plan based off of physical exam findings and diagnostic studies.
Perform in office procedures such as joint injections, bursa injections, joint aspirations.
Collaborate with Medical Assistants, Physician Assistants, Physicians and other health care providers.
First assist in the operating room, including closure of deep and superficial wounds.
Round on postoperative patients in the inpatient setting, order and interpret labs, dictate progress notes and discharge summaries.
Assist supervising physician in weekend orthopedic trauma call.
Physician Assistant June 2015 – June 2016
ATL Colorectal Surgery, 95 Collier Rd NW Suite 4025 Atlanta, GA
Collaborate patient care with fellow physicians and Physician Assistants.
First assist in surgeries including robotic, laparoscopic and open procedures.
Make informed decisions about diagnostic and treatment options based off of the patient interview, medical history and physical exam.
Order and interpret lab and imaging studies.
Educate patients and family members on their medical conditions and treatment plans.
Responsibilities for hospital patients include: rounding and consulting; managing patient’s medications, fluids and diet; and participating in the admission and discharge of patients.
See patients in outpatient setting including post-operative appointments, follow-ups, new patients, colonoscopy consults and surgical consults.
Manage patient phone calls; answering questions, giving medical guidance, determining follow-up.
Emergency Room Technician June 2012 – December 2012
Mercy Health Clermont Hospital, 3000 Hospital Drive Batavia, OH
Assisted in patient treatment under the supervision of RNs and MDs.
Duties included taking vital signs, airway management, CPR, urinary catheterization, wound cleaning and dressing, phlebotomy, sterile tray setup, splinting, crutch fitting, assisting with special procedures and performing 12 lead EKGs.
Responsible for stocking supplies and linens.
Emergency Medical Technician-Basic August 2011 – October 2012
Ohio Ambulance, 9810 Windisch Drive West Chester, OH
Drove ambulance to and from medical facilities.
Assessed patient’s condition, took vitals and monitored during transport.
Provided necessary care and ensured patient comfort.
Formulated patient care reports and gave verbal report to receiving facility.
COMMUNITY SERVICE
GHO Medical Mission Trip, Waslala, Nicaragua August 2013
Provided medical care and spiritual support for the people of Waslala.
Collected detailed patient histories.
Ordered and interpreted diagnostic labs.
Determined appropriate treatments and educated patients on their medical conditions.
Worked with a variety of health care providers including MDs, Physician Assistants, Physical Therapists, Pharmacists and Mercer University professors.
Good Samaritan Health Center Volunteer, Lawrenceville, GA August 2013
Provided medical care for underserved patients.
Collected detailed patient histories, ordered and interpreted diagnostic labs and determined appropriate treatments.
Educated patients on their medical conditions.
Mercer University Vaccination Clinic, Norcross, GA September 2013
Administered influenza vaccinations to children and adults.
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