Physician Assistant

Caitlin Thomas, PA-C

Moving to Charlotte, NC September 1, 2019

Riverview, Florida 33579 *******.******.**@*****.*** 813-***-**** LinkedIn

SUMMARY

Highly motivated, exceptionally trained, and patient-focused Physician Assistant with proven ability to exercise strong clinical judgment and evidence-based practices to differentially diagnose a broad range of health conditions. Skilled in practicing both independently and collaborative offering integrated care to optimize outcomes. Demonstrates an unwavering commitment to improving patient quality of life through superior delivery of cost-effective care. Poised to succeed in a dynamic Physician Assistant role.

SKILLS

Suturing and First Assist

Incision & Drainage

Joint & Trigger Point Injections

Diagnostic Imaging

Critical Care

Disease Processes

Pain Management

Medication Prescription

Comprehensive Assessments

Hospital Consults

Coordinated Care

Electronic Medical Records

PROFESSIONAL HIGHLIGHTS

Spine Institute of Central Florida, Lakeland, FL 2017 – Present

Physician Assistant – Certified

Assess, diagnose, and treat 15-20 patients per day with a broad range of spinal conditions including stenosis, scoliosis, spinal deformities, as well as Workmen’s Compensation and auto accident patients. Address general orthopedic shoulder and knee complaints. Order and interpret imaging studies including X-Rays, CAT scans, MRIs and whole-body bone scans; utilize findings and evidence-based practices to generate individualized treatment plans to optimize patient outcomes. Prescribe pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment interventions to optimize recovery efforts. Educate patients on diagnosis, treatment plan, and medication risks/benefits to promote treatment compliance and safety. Liaise with physicians regarding patient needs, performance, securing orders, and ensuring proper implementation. Serve as first assist in varied spinal surgical procedures.

Consistently recognized by peers and colleagues for seeing the highest volume of patients in the practice.

CLINICAL EXPERIENCES

Dermatology

Suncoast Skin Solutions, Brandon, FL – 150 Hours 02/2017 – 03/2017

Hematology/Infectious Disease

Moffitt Cancer Center, Tampa, FL – 390 Hours 10/2016 – 02/2017

Women’s Health

McKenzie Medical Center, McKenzie, TN – 210 Hours 09/2016 – 10/2016

Pediatrics

Regal Pediatrics, Union City, TN – 185 Hours 08/2016 – 09/2016

Emergency Medicine

McKenzie Regional Hospital, McKenzie, TN – 170 Hours 07/2016 – 08/2016

Internal Medicine

Clarksville Pulmonary and Critical Care, Clarksville, TN – 160 Hours 06/2016 – 07/2016

Surgery

Jernigan Surgical Clinic, Union City, TN – 165 Hours 05/2016 – 06/2016

Mental Health

Generations Mental Health Center, Cookeville, TN – 175 Hours 03/2016 – 04/2016

Primary Medicine

Satellite MED, Cookeville, TN – 320 Hours 01/2016 – 03/2016

EDUCATION AND CREDENTIALS

Master of Science Physician Assistant Studies (2017)

Bethel University – McKenzie, TN

Bachelor of Science in Biological Science (2013)

Florida State University – Tallahassee, FL

Licensure & Certifications:

Florida Certified Physician Assistant License, (Active)

ACLS, BLS, and PALS Certification, (Active)

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