Noreen Russo

** ********* *****

Sandy Hook, CT *6482

516-***-****

aczxr3@r.postjobfree.com

(Relocating to Cary,

North Carolina July 2017)

Objective

Dedicated Physician Assistant with experience in Rheumatologic and Orthopedic Care looking for new employment opportunity that enhances current medical knowledge.

Qualification Summary

- 10 years of experience working effectively with a multidisciplinary team and providing medical and administrative support

- Substantial knowledge of medical practice, procedures, equipment and instruments

- Strong communication skills between the medical team and patients/families

- Able to multi-task and prioritize responsibilities on a daily basis

-Comfortable in both inpatient and outpatient setting with experience on inpatient unit, outpatient clinic and Surgical OR

Work Experience

-Orthopedic/Neurosurgery Unit Lead Physician Assistant

10/2008 – Present Danbury Hospital, Danbury, CT

Serving as the Lead PA for the Orthopedic/Neurosurgery floor at Danbury Hospital. Play a key role on interdisciplinary teams including Physicians, RN’s and Hospital Administration. Actively participate in development and implementation of individual treatment plans for inpatients. Ensure proper communication exists between Physicians, Team Members and Patients/Families.

-Orthopedic Physician Assistant

07/2007-10/2008 Danbury Orthopedics, Danbury, CT

Served as a private surgical PA for an Orthopedic Surgeon. Assisted in

Orthopedic surgical procedures, performed daily rounds on inpatients and

cared for patients in an office setting. Occasionally had on-call duties which

allowed me to be an active member of an acute care team.

-Rheumatology Physician Assistant

05/2006-06/2007 Long Island Osteoporosis and Arthritis, Plainview, NY

Performed physical exams and diagnostic exams to help in diagnosing

Rheumatologic conditions. Formulated treatment plans for newly/established

patients. Actively helped with medication trials for new medications and tracked

progress for accurate results. Worked closely with IT to establish and initiate

new EMR system within the office.

Education

09/1999-05/2003 Sacred Heart University, Fairfield, CT

Bachelor of Science in Biology

09/2003-12/2005 Hofstra University, Hempstead, NY

Physician Assistant Certificate

Affiliations

07/2007 - Present, Danbury Hospital, Danbury, CT

01/2006 - Present, American Academy of Physician Assistants

Skills

Medication Administration

JCAHO/OSHA Standards/Compliance

Patient Advocacy

Patient Assessment

Dictation of medical records

Prescription writing

Parent/Patient/ Family Education

Electronic Medical Record

Quality & Continuity of Care

Certifications

NCCPA- Current

Basic Life Support (BLS) 2016-Present

References

Available Upon Request

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