Heather T. Tran, PA-S*

Curriculum Vitae

**** ****** ***** ***** ● League City, Texas 77573

832-***-**** (Mobile) ● acy9zv@r.postjobfree.com

Education

South University, Savannah, Georgia College of Health Professions

Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies (GPA: 3.75) Expected Graduation Date: March 2017

University of Texas, Austin, Texas College of Psychology

Bachelor of Science in Psychology (GPA: 3.3) May 2013

Certifications/Professional Associations/Awards

NCCPA Certification – PANCE exam scheduled for April 8, 2017

BLS Certified – American Heart Association – Expires October 2017

ACLS Certified – American Heart Association – Expires December 2017

American Association of Physician Assistants (AAPA)

oStudent Member (2015 – present)

oConference attendance May 2016

Texas Association of Physician Assistants (TAPA)

oStudent Member (2013 – present)

Georgia Association of Physician Assistants (GAPA)

oStudent Member (2015 – present)

South University – Deadline Dominator Award

oFor meeting all deadlines during clinical year

Languages

English and Conversational Vietnamese

Clinical Experience

Georgia Skin and Cancer Clinic Savannah, Georgia

Current Elective Rotation, Dermatology 2/13 – 3/17/17

Diagnosed and treated several dermatological diseases such as various rashes, fungal/bacterial infections, acne, psoriasis, discoid lupus, lichen planus, etc., as well as performed routine skin exams

Performed procedures such as biopsies, excisions, wart treatments, preparation and interpretation of epidermal scrapings under microscopic examination

Documentation and dictation of office visits and procedure notes

Novant UVA Health System Manassas, Virginia

Clinical Rotation, General Surgery 1/9 – 2/10/17

First-assisted in a wide array of laparoscopic surgeries: cholecystectomy, appendectomy, colon resection, hernia repairs, bronchoscopy and pleurodesis, hemodialysis catheter placement; as well as open surgeries: perforated ulcer, thyroidectomy, mastectomy, lumpectomy

Observed Da Vinci robotic Nissan fundoplication procedures and hernia repairs

Performed/assisted various in-office procedures, e.g. excision of cyst/lipoma, thrombosed hemorrhoids, catheter, US-guided thyroid/breast biopsies, surgical debridement of non-healing wound

Inpatient and outpatient evaluations for pre/postoperative patients

Advantage Behavioral Health System Athens, Georgia

Clinical Rotation, Behavioral Health 9/26 – 10/28/16

Interviewed clients to provide psychiatric treatment for mental illnesses, and followed up with the clients daily to ensure symptom improvement and compliance

Recommended pharmacologic treatment for many psychiatric diagnoses such as schizophrenia, mood disorders, personality disorders, PTSD, suicidal ideation, etc.

Attended and led group psychotherapy sessions for a group of about 15 clients

Composed clients’ admission and progress notes, orders, and discharge summaries

CyFair Pediatrics Houston, Texas

Clinical Rotation, Pediatrics 8/1 – 9/2/16

Performed history and physical exam for newborn hospital discharges and sick visits in a high-volume and fast-paced outpatient clinic

Assessed developmental milestones, vaccine schedules, and anticipatory guidance in well-check visits

Administered vaccines, determined catch-up vaccinations, obtained hemoglobin and lead levels, and performed newborn heel-stick screening

Determined treatment plan for a wide variety of diagnoses, and assessed when necessary for patients to report to the emergency room

Curtis V. Cooper Clinic Savannah, Georgia

Clinical Rotation, Primary Care 6/27 – 7/29/16

Obtained thorough history and physical for sick and follow up visits, assessed when necessary for patients to report to the emergency room

Devised treatment plans for a variety of chronic conditions, and made certain that patients received appropriate screenings based on risk factors

Provided counseling on safe sex practices, lifestyle modifications, and risk factor reduction

Performed breast exams & PAP smears; observe incision & drainage and periarticular injections

Memorial University Medical Center Savannah, Georgia

Clinical Rotation, Women’s Health 10/31 – 12/2/16

Obtained history and physical for prenatal and postnatal care to then provide recommendations for optimal care for mother and baby

Performed fundal height measurement, GBS anorectal swab, Leopold maneuvers; assessed fetal heart tones and non-stress test; assisted and observed vaginal deliveries

Performed breast, pelvic exams, and PAP smears; educated patients on appropriate screening

Assisted with weekly “Teens and Tots” clinic with pediatricians and family medicine physicians

Clinical Rotation, Emergency Medicine 5/9 – 6/10/16

Obtained history and physical exam and recommended potential workup for patients in level 1 trauma hospital

Performed peripheral IV placement, incision and drainage, digital rectal exams, laceration repair, endotracheal intubation, foley catheter placement, closed reduction of acute fracture

Assessed imaging studies, lab studies, arterial blood gases, electrocardiograms

Clinical Rotation, Internal Medicine 4/4 – 5/6/16

Performed initial encounter history and physical on extremely complex patients with several comorbidities and urgent medical conditions

Followed up daily with patients to assess progression of care, then reported to attending physician and residents about patients hospital course and make changes to treatment plan.

Attended and participated in morning report, lunch conference, and grand rounds

Professional Experience

Bay Oaks Dermatology Houston, Texas

Medical Assistant Aug 2013 – Sept 2014

Roomed and assisted providers with up to 40 patients/day in organized and timely manner, while maintaining positive rapport with patients and family members

Obtained H&P and initial triage information from patients as preliminary data for physician or PA; then documented and assisted with examination and office procedures

Documentation of discussion of diagnosis and treatment considerations

Prepared patients and exam rooms for procedures such as biopsy, excision, toenail avulsion, wart removal, sclerotherapy, intralesional corticosteroid injections, and cosmetic treatments

Performed cosmetic treatments (peels, laser hair removal, IPL) and promoted products sold exclusively in the clinic

Communicated with pharmacies, labs, and patients to give pathology results and prescription refills at discretion of provider

Mathnasium Lakeway, Texas

Math Tutor Jan – May 2013

Assessed each child’s knowledge base and tailored tutoring sessions to align with various learning styles

Successfully tutor children from 2nd to college level based on mathematical core concepts and individual needs

Introduced children to higher level concepts before presented in the regular curriculum & gave feedback on performance

Dr. Nehme Alkarra, MD Internal Medicine Texas City, Texas

Receptionist May – Aug 2012 & Jun – Aug 2013

Managed front office duties including all transactions at 2 different locations and scheduled an avg. of 25 appt. daily

Verified patient’s insurance plan coverage; collected all co-pays, co-insurance, and deductibles

Scanned medical records into patient e-charts, refill medicine cabinets, enter medications into nursing home patient charts

Escobedo Esthetics Austin, Texas

Marketing Associate Aug 2011 – Jan 2012

Created plans with marketing team to build business partnerships to optimize marketing ventures and promotions around the downtown Austin area

Helped organize, plan, and spread the word about the clinic grand opening event

Maintained relationships with local businesses to coordinate events

Managed social media and company website

www.LazyZach.com Internship Austin, Texas

Management Intern May – Aug 2011

Conducted interviews to hire 30 marketing interns and virtually manage marketing interns via phone calls and email each day

Organized “new-hire” orientations, performed management tasks and social media campaigns

Devised marketing strategies for the marketing interns while they deployed them under my supervision

Dr. Quan Nguyen Dermatology Clinic Fountain Valley, California

Medical Office Assistant May – Aug 2010

Completed front office duties while responsible for all money transactions, and answered phone calls and questions from patients

Filed patient’s records and paperwork in timely manner while scheduling appointments

Checked vitals, assisted with procedures and review charts under supervision of physician assistants and the physician

Community Service

Ready, Set, Go Fair (July 2015)

oProvided health screening for children and parents in the community before they started the school year; presented information on healthy lifestyle choices

Migrant Farm Worker Clinic (February 2015)

oWorked with classmates and physicians to provide healthcare for migrant farm workers

Memorial Hermann SE Hospital (July 2013 – August 2013)

oEnsured a comfortable stay for patients, assisted medical staff with ancillary tasks

NARAP Texas (January 2012 – 2013)

oGathered clinical research data for tobacco cessation study

Seton Brackenridge Hospital (Aug 2012 – May 2013)

oDirected patients and guests, handed out meals, assisted administration with increasing patient satisfaction by data collection, restocked cabinets

References

Available upon request

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