Physician Assistant Medical
Resume:
Malissa Renee Cornett, MPH, PA-C
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Education
University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, TX
Master of Physician Assistant Studies, MPAS (2012) Thesis: Relationship Between Benzene Release and Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma in 176 Texas Counties
University of Texas School of Public Health, Houston, TX Master of Public Health, MPH in Epidemiology (2010) Thesis: The Effects of Obesity in the Critically Ill Patient Baylor University, Waco, TX
Bachelor of Science in Biology (2006)
Minor: Chemistry
Licenses & Certifications
Professional
Memberships
National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants, 2012-current North Carolina Medical Board, 2016-current
Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) Registration-current Basic Life Support (BLS), 2013-current
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), 2013-current Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), 2013-current Member, North Carolina Academy of Physician Assistants, 2016-Present Member, American Academy of Physician Assistants, 2010-Present Member, American Public Health Association, 2008-Present Employment Experience
01/2013 – present
Physician Assistant, United States Air Force, Tinker AFB Primary care provider in a fast-paced high volume outpatient facility for active duty service members, dependents, and retirees. Involved in all aspects of patient care across the lifespan, including; detailed history, physical examinations, development and implementation of treatment plans, prescription of medications, ordering and interpretation of laboratory tests and diagnostic studies, as well as in-office surgical procedures.
Applicable Skills
• Diagnose and treat common urgent care problems including URI's, bronchitis, pneumonia, sinusitis, pharyngitis, mononucleosis, asthma exacerbations, UTI's, otitis media and externa, conjunctivitis, corneal abrasion, migraines, gastroenteritis, fractures/dislocations, allergic reactions.
• Experience in the management of chronic medical illness such as, but not limited to: diabetes mellitus, chronic bronchitis, hypertension, 2
hypercholesterolemia, heart failure, obesity, chronic pain syndromes, thyroid disease, cirrhosis, and chemical dependency.
• Procedures: I and D's, closure of wounds via sutures, staples and Dermabond; wound and skin care, injections, aseptic and isolation techniques, venipuncture, initiation of intravenous infusions, placement of NG tubes, collection of cultures, CPR, placement of catheters, eye examination using fluorescein and Woods lamp.
• Practice in the area of pediatrics and adolescent medicine including well child/adolescent exams, screening sports physicals, infant care and nutrition, disorders of the bladder and bowel, the effective management of ADHD, eating disorders, and childhood behavioral problems.
• Women's health including insertion and removal of IUDs, Papanicolaou cytology smears, wet mount and koh prep, evaluation and management of abnormal uterine bleeding, menopause, osteoporosis, contraceptive initiation and surveillance as well as basic obstetric care.
• The ability to focus on mental health as it effects physiological wellbeing.
• The skill to work in a diverse and multicultural environment, with people of all socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Strengths: Commitment to lifelong learning, diligence, integrity, attention to detail, and working well with patients and staff.
01/2008 – 05/2010 Research Associate, The University of Texas at Austin Analyzed relationships between injury and alcohol in patients of Level I and Level II trauma centers in a phase 3 clinical trial funded by the National Institutes of Health
(NIH) and National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA). Contributed to the development, implementation, and standardization of The American College of Surgeons (ACS) Alcohol Screening and Brief Intervention (SBI) of trauma patients used in trauma centers nationwide.
01/2009 – 05/2009 Research Intern, The University of Texas Health Science Center Houston Linguistic coding of recorded sessions between officers and offenders to analyze the efficacy of motivational interviewing in a correctional setting. Gained training to a level of proficiency in delivering Motivational Interviewing as a counseling approach.
Contributed as the secondary author for Coding Criminal Justice Interactions with the MITI: Recommendations for Research and Practice, published March 2012. 08/2007-08/2008 Medical Assistant, Baylor University Medical Center, Texas Vascular Associates Obtained medical histories, recorded vital signs, explained treatment procedures to patients, prepared patients for examinations, assisted physicians during examinations, collected laboratory specimens, disposed of contaminated supplies, sterilization of medical instruments, instructed patients about medications and special diets, prepared and administered medications as directed by physicians, authorized drug refills as directed, telephoned prescriptions to a pharmacy, removed sutures, changed dressings, prepped the patient and operation room for outpatient surgery using sterile technique, assisted the physician in outpatient surgery.
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Awards &
Accomplishments
United States Air Force:
AF Outstanding Unit Award
National Defense Service Medal
Global War On Terrorism Expeditionary Medal
Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
Humanitarian Service Medal
Air Force Expeditionary Service Medal
University of Texas Medical Branch:
Dean’s List, Fall 2010
Dean’s Academic Achievement, Summer 2011
Recipient, Academic scholarship, Fall 2010
AAPA Assembly of Representatives, 2010-2012
Physician Assistant Student Government Member, 2010-2012 University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston: Public Health Student Association, Secretary 2008-2010 Baylor:
Recipient, Academic scholarship, 2002-2006
Dean’s List, Fall 2004
Beta Beta Beta Biological Honor Society, 2004-2006 References Available Upon Request
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