Physician Assistant Orthopedic or Dermatology/Cosmetic Surgery

Josefina Sánchez Baca-Asher, MS, PA-C

San Francisco, California 94103 **********@*****.*** 301-***-****

SUMMARY

Motivated, enthusiastic and detail-oriented Board-Certified Physician Assistant with ten years of experience providing exceptional patient care as an integral member of an orthopedic surgical team. Demonstrated expertise in exercising strong critical thinking and clinical judgment, utilizing evidence-based practices, and collaborating with multidisciplinary specialists to optimize patient outcomes. Eager to further expand my scope of practice and to continue offering outstanding, compassionate and quality individualized patient care as an Orthopedic Surgical Physician Assistant.

Orthopedic Surgical Care

Medical Documentation and Billing

Surgical First Assist

EPIC/EMR Proficient

Patient & Family Education

Diagnostic Testing & Interpretation

Admission and Discharge Orders

Major Joint Injections

Casting & Splinting Care

EDUCATION AND CREDENTIALS

Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies, (2008)

Shenandoah University – Winchester, Virginia

Bachelor of Science in Biology with a Minor in Psychology (2004)

Bridgewater College – Bridgewater, Virginia

Magna Cum Laude Graduate

Deans List Recipient for 7 Semesters

Lambda Honor Society of Bridgewater College Psi Chi National Honor Society

Chi Alpha Sigma National College Athlete Honor Society NCAA Varsity Soccer Team: 4 Years NCAA Athlete and Scholar Award

Licensure & Certifications:

National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants, Board Certified Physician Assistant ID No. 1085656, (Active)

California Licensed Physician Assistant PA53721, (Active)

National Provider Identification No. 147*******, (Active)

DEA Registration No. MB1975703, (Active)

Basic Life Support For Health Care Providers Certification, (Active)

PROFESSIONAL HIGHLIGHTS

Stanford Health Care, Redwood City, California 2017 – Present

Physician Assistant: Department of Orthopaedic Surgery- Shoulder and Elbow Division

Provide expert level care in a primarily outpatient clinic setting and as first assist for a broad range of shoulder and elbow disorders including arthroscopic and open surgical procedures (outpatient and inpatient). Conduct problem based physical exams for new and existing clients and utilize evidence-based findings to corroborate differential and working diagnoses to enable the development of individualized treatment plans. Counsel patients on pre- and post-surgical expectations and anticipated outcomes. Coalesce with rehabilitative specialists to arrange postprocedural therapeutic care to optimize patient outcomes. Effectively manage patient pain levels by administering joint injections and other diverse treatment modalities. Utilize EPIC/electronic medical records to accurately and concisely chart all elements of clinical treatment to support exceptional quality of ongoing care as well as submit for billing. Place both admission and discharge orders for inpatient and outpatient surgical procedures.

The Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland

Senior Physician Assistant: Department of Orthopaedic Surgery (Inpatient - Days) 2012– 2017

Independently managed up to 15-30 primary patients per shift who were admitted for surgical procedures on the Adult Orthopedic Surgery unit. Subject matter expert in the performance of orthopedic trauma surgeries and skilled in the execution of procedures related to orthopedic joint, sport, hand, tumor, spine, foot and ankle operations. Conducted problem focused health assessments including interpretation of requested diagnostic labs and images to investigate patient’s chief complaints in an orthopedic setting as well as performed daily rounds. Collaborated with multidisciplinary surgeons and specialists to optimize patient’s pre-, intra-, and postoperative outcomes. Placed both admission and discharge orders. Offered discharge education and training to patients and their family members to reinforce requisite follow up treatment and at home care to prevent complications with recovery.

Senior Physician Assistant: Department of Orthopaedic Surgery (Inpatient - Evenings) 2009 – 2012

Collaborated with evening on-call residents to offer after hours orthopedic surgical consults for adult and pediatric emergency room patients. Assessed patient’s condition and performed acute fracture care to minimize pain, stabilize fractures, and prevent further injury. Granted advanced privileges as a Physician Assistant in Maryland to reduce fractures and dislocations. Conferred with attending surgeons to facilitate hospital admission and surgical preparation for patients needing immediate operative interventions, as needed. Managed care of all adult and pediatric patients admitted to the Orthopaedic Surgery Service at The Johns Hopkins Hospital.

Additional work experience as Administrative Assistant with Chevy Chase Land Company.

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

American Academy of Physician Assistants, Member

American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, Member

California Academy of PAs, Member

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