Luis Fernando Trevino
San Antonio, TX 78258
*********@*****.***
Objective
To obtain a Physician Assistant position in a reputable medical facility with opportunity to continue developing and enhancing my skills and knowledge in the medical field.
Summary
Certified Physician Assistant with a specialization in Family Practice and Emergency medicine.
Master and Bachelor of Science degrees in Physician Assistant Studies, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha.
Military trained with over 3 years of medical experience as Battalion Physician Assistant in CONUS (Continental US) and overseas.
Relevant Coursework: BLS, ATLS, AHLTA (electronic medical records system), CHCS I, TCMC (Tactical -Combat Medical Care) Course, Microsoft Windows (All versions), Microsoft Office (All versions), TC3 (Treatment of Combat and Casualty Care) and Combat medical care manuals.
Experienced in performing medical care and operations during high stress missions and deployments.
DOD SECRET Clearance, Honorable discharge from the US Army as a Medical Officer
receiving many awards and decorations, including Meritorious Service Medal.
Determined, compassionate, and humble; believes in excellent patient care.
Capable of working with patients of various cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds and fluent in both English and Spanish
Professional Experience
Physician Assistant December 2015 – Present
Tricare Pain Associates, San Antonio, TX
Provided pain management to chronic pain patients and addiction control to opiate dependent addicts in an environment that provided high risk monitoring and accountability
Evaluated progress of all patients and especially those with pain and addiction.
Developed and administered health programs for pain management.
Analyzed various complex health issues cases and provided appropriate resolution
Maintained knowledge of all new and emerging issues and risks in employees
Physician Assistant August 2015 – December 2015
Infinity Health Group, San Antonio, TX
Perform Wellness Exams and overall physical exams.
Review lab results with patients.
Physician Assistant January 2012 – October 2015
Gonzaba Medical Group, San Antonio, TX
Appropriately diagnosed and treated a variety of diseases and injuries in an urgent care setting.
Ordered and executed diagnostic tests and analyzed diagnostic images to further investigate patient conditions.
Advised and educated patients regarding diet, hygiene and effective disease prevention methods.
Developed open rapport with patients, encouraging then to share questions and concerns.
Administered and prescribed appropriate courses of treatment, including pharmaceutical medications
Performed DOT physicals and Occupational Medicine physicals as needed.
Physician Assistant December 2008 – December 2011
U.S. Army, Fort Bliss, TX, Iraq
Performed as the primary medical provider and expert medical advisor to the Battalion and Battalion Commander
Senior Medical OIC (Officer in Charge) of the Level II medical facility in Iraq.
Battalion Physician Assistant to over 4,000 Service members and families, DOD civilians, Iraq security forces personnel and civilians.
Made diagnoses, requested labs and radiographs, prescribed medications, ordered consults to medical specialists for further evaluations
Performed minor outpatient procedures such as incision and drainage of abscesses, laceration closures, minor closed fracture reductions, joint steroid injections, and administered vaccinations.
Performed routine health assessments in preparation for deployments to Iraq.
Taught classes on current medical doctrine and procedures to military medical and service personnel to include Combat Life Saver training and CPR.
Conducted medical briefs to the Battalion in preparation for Operation Iraqi Freedom.
Served as the subject matter expert and Physician Assistant for entire Battalion during Operation Iraqi Freedom in Iraq 2009-2010
Routinely provided medical coverage for supply truck convoys while deployed in Iraq.
Skills
Diagnose and treat illnesses and injuries
Order and interpret laboratory tests
Order and interpret radiographs (X-ray, CT, MRI, and Ultrasound)
Prescribe and/or administer P&T Committee approved medications
Perform complete histories and physicals
Procedures able to perform
Joint aspiration/injection
Wound care, debridement and suturing
Incision and drainage of abscesses
Urethral catheterization
Administration of IV fluids
Nasogastric intubation
Nasopharyngeal intubation
Stabilization of fractures
Administration of anesthesia: Nerve Block and Local
Endotracheal intubation
Toenail removal
Skin biopsy
Pap Smear, breast exam, and well woman exam
Education and Professional Training
National Certification by The National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants on January 15, 2009
Master of Physician Assistant Studies, The University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE, December 2008
Bachelor of Science, The University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE, December 2007
Bachelor of Science, Excelsior College, Albany, NY, September 2007
Certificate, Tactical Combat Medical Care Course, Fort Sam Houston, TX, April 2009
Certificate, BLS (Basic Life Support) Course, American Heart Association, June 2011
Certificate, ATLS (Advanced Trauma Life Support) Course, American Heart Association, May 2010
Graduate, Basic Officer Leadership Course 2, Fort Sill, OK, February 2009
Graduate, Basic Officer Leadership Course 3 for Specialty Corps, Fort Sam Houston, TX, April 2009
References
Available upon request