Tala Rizkallah, PA-S*

Phone 941-***-**** **** Datura Street

Sarasota, FL 34239

adacxv@r.postjobfree.com

Education

**** - **** ********** ** *******, College of Medicine, School of Physician Assistant

Physician Assistant Program, Gainesville, Florida

M.S., Physician Assistant Studies, Anticipated June 2020

Masters Project:

Sleep Hygiene in Law Enforcement Officers: A Meta-Analysis: Because law enforcement officers are an integral part of our society, it is important to combine current research to investigate sleep hygiene in these individuals in order to unveil potential causes of sleep disturbances in an effort to improve their sleep for the betterment of their lives and potentially society’s lives.

Clinical Rotations:

Trauma and General Surgery Ocala Regional Medical Center 4 weeks

Intensive Care-CICU UF Health/Shands 4 weeks

Internal Medicine 1 UF Health Shands Jacksonville 4 weeks

Pediatrics 1 UF Health/Shands 4 weeks

Primary Care 1 UF Mobile Outreach Clinic 4 weeks

Dermatology Gainesville Dermatology Skin & Surgery 4 weeks

Psychiatry UF Health/Shands Psychiatry 4 weeks

OB/GYN UF Health/Shands 4 weeks

Primary Care 2 Ocala, John Little M.D. 4 weeks

*** 4 weeks

Emergency Medicine 1 West Florida Hospital, Pensacola 4 weeks

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Proficient in:

Venipuncture, initiation of intravenous infusions, placement of NG tubes, obtaining and interpretation of EKGs, aseptic and isolation techniques, collection of cultures, arterial blood draws, CPR, placement of catheters, Papanicolaou cytology smears, wound care and dressing changes, closure of wounds via suture, staples, and dermabond, administration and prescription of medications.

Experience in:

Examination of eyes using fluoroscein staining, incision and drainage, removal of ocular foreign bodies, casting and splinting, cardiac defibrillation, assisted respiration, endoscopy, colonoscopy, insertion and removal of central lines, endotracheal intubation, insertion and removal of chest tubes, thoracentesis, paracentesis, lumbar puncture, and bronchoscopy.

2013 - 2017 University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida

Bachelor of Science, Health Education and Behavior

College of Health and Human Performance Dean’s List Recipient Fall 2015, Spring 2016, Fall 2016, and Spring 2017

Employment Summary

July 2018 - June 2020

Graduate Volunteer, University of Florida College of Medicine Equal Access Clinic, Gainesville, Florida Provided medical care to the medically underserved and uninsured population of Alachua County by seeing the patient, diagnosing and treating with the attending.

September 2017 – April 2018

Silo Leader, University of Florida Department of Medicine Scribe Program, Gainesville, Florida

Handled scheduling for Internal Medicine and Cardiology, including scribes schedule and ensuring providers requests were addressed and fulfilled. Communicated clearly and effectively with the head scribes and program administrator. Collaborated with others to settle coverage issues when they arose. Trained new employees within the silo.

January 2017 - April 2018

Medical Scribe, University of Florida Department of Medicine Scribe Program, Gainesville, Florida

Responsible for handling documentation in EMR system during patient encounters throughout a physician’s clinic shift by accompanying physicians to each patient they see. Recorded all parts of the patient chart including HPI, physical exam findings, in addition to assessment and plans. Reviewed patient’s charts by looking at previous labs, discharge summaries, and previous office notes.

January 2017 - April 2017

Intern, University of Florida College of Medicine Equal Access Clinic Network, Gainesville, Florida

Checked the office voicemails, emails, fax, and mail. Replied to faxes, sent medical records, answered phones, and organized the office space. Organized a volunteer language data base for patient follow up calls to ensure continuity of care.

June 2015 - January 2017

Medical Assistant, Gainesville After-Hours Clinic and Addiction Clinic Gainesville Florida

Worked in front of clinic answering phones; making patient appointments, calling insurance companies, and various pharmacies to call in prescriptions. Filed patient medical records, organized office space and practiced confidentiality at all times. Performed patient vitals, EKGs, blood glucose tests, urinalysis, drug screens (oral and urine) as well as administered shots/vaccines under a physician.

February 2014 - April 2017

Undergraduate Volunteer, University of Florida College of Medicine Equal Access Clinic, Gainesville, Florida Took patient vitals, intake, and asked screening questions. Interacted with current UF medical students by presenting patient information.

August 2014 - April 2017

Member, Health Outreach and Quality Improvement—Equal Access Clinic Network, Gainesville, Florida Followed up with patients by calling and answering any questions they may have by making follow-up appointments and new appointments. Gave them the resources they may need to ensure they are taking the proper steps to better health. Inputted patient information into electronic medical health records.

Honors and Awards

• 2015 - 2016 University of Florida Presidential Service Award Recipient

Certifications

• 2020 (Pending), Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants

• 2017 - 2020, Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers

• 2019 - 2020, Advanced Cardiac Life Support for Health Care Providers

Professional Memberships

• 2018 - 2020, Student Member, American Academy of Physician Assistants

• 2018 - 2020, Student Member, Journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants

Volunteer Experience

May 2016 – April 2017

Volunteer Coordinator, University of Florida College of Medicine Equal Access Clinic, Gainesville, Florida

Served as the liaison between volunteers and clinical directors. Remained in charge of the flow of clinic: entered patient vitals into computer, assigned patients to volunteers, and interacted with Medical and PA students regarding patients and volunteers. Conducted interviews for prospective volunteers, created applications for prospective volunteers, and ensured all volunteers were following instruction. Trained new volunteers on clinic flow, how to take vitals, practice professionalism in a healthcare environment, and how to present medical information.

February 2016 - March 2016

Participant, University of Florida Chapter--Global Medical Training, Managua, Nicaragua

Traveled to the rural areas of Nicaragua where patients do not have access to any clean water or basic health needs.

Collaborated with a translator and another student to assess and come up with a diagnosis for patients that was presented to a physician.

August 2013 - April 2017

Volunteer, Top Soccer, Gainesville, Florida

An organization that revolves around the well-being of mentally and physically disabled children. Played soccer and various other sports-related activities with mentally and physically disabled children of all ages.

Computer Skills

Computer charting and data entry, Word, Excel, Power Point

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