JERRY VEGA

Physician Assistant - Certified

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Flagstaff, AZ 86004 adcxqv@r.postjobfree.com

OBJECTIVE

Work alongside a physician who is willing to support the advancement of my clinical skills and knowledge in an evidence-based environment of dedicated and driven healthcare providers in Phoenix, AZ. EDUCATION

5/2017 – 8/2019 Midwestern University – Glendale, AZ Master of Medical Science in Physician Assistant Studies 8/2010 – 5/2012 Northern Arizona University – Flagstaff, AZ Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science; Minor in Chemistry 8/2008 – 5/2010 Mesa Community College – Mesa, AZ

Associate of Science

CLINICAL ROTATIONS

7/2018 – 8/2019 Family Medicine Psychiatry

New Era Family Practice La Frontera Center

Sierra Vista, AZ Tucson, AZ

Pediatrics Obstetrics & Gynecology

Hobeich Pediatrics West Valley Ob/Gyn

Tucson, AZ Phoenix, AZ

Emergency Medicine Cardiology

Tsehootsooi Medical Center IMS Cardiology

Fort Defiance, AZ Avondale, AZ

General Surgery Internal Medicine

Flagstaff Medical Center Southwest Medical Associates Flagstaff, AZ Mesa, AZ

Orthopedic Surgery

Physicians Surgery Center of Tempe

Tempe, AZ

PROFESSIONAL & RESEARCH EXPERIENCE

10/2019 – Present East Flagstaff Family Medicine, Physician Assistant – Certified – Flagstaff, AZ Provided continuity of care for families and patients of all ages. This consisted of both diagnosing and managing chronic diseases, health maintenance and screening exams, industrial medicine physicals for local employers and addressing acute needs on a walk-in basis. 1/2013 – 4/2017 W.L. Gore & Associates, Lab Technician and Medical Device Operator – Flagstaff, AZ Performed chemistry assays to analyze medical product quality for release. Drove continuous improvement projects to meet evolving medical product regulations. Assisted engineers with research and development to further the company medical device portfolio. 8/2016 – 12/2016 Flagstaff Surgical Associates, Medical Assistant – Flagstaff, AZ Worked directly alongside General Surgery Physicians and a Physician Assistant by taking vitals, assisting in minor procedures, and carrying out administrative duties. 5/2010 – 1/2013 Personal Care Physical Therapy, Physical Therapy Technician – Flagstaff, AZ Administered ultrasounds, electrical stimulation, and demonstrations of safe exercise routines. Also assisted with manual manipulation, deep tissue massage, and debridement of wounds with a whirlpool.

8/2012 – 12/2012 Northern Arizona University, Research Assistant – Flagstaff, AZ Conducted research on identifying education gaps and patterns of misperceptions in learning chemistry to assist the chemistry department with organizing efficient teaching strategies. 1/2009 – 12/2010 Mesa Community College, Research Assistant – Mesa, AZ Participated in a long-term study regarding seasonal comparisons of activity and ambient temperatures verses body temperatures of a Western Diamondback Rattlesnake and presented findings at a Biotechnology Symposium and a Family Discovery Series. VOLUNTEER AND SHADOWING EXPERIENCE

8/2017 – 8/2019 Midwestern University HOME Clinic, Student Volunteer – Phoenix, AZ Provided free health care to the homeless population of the Greater Phoenix Area with the Health Outreach through Medicine and Education (HOME) project as a medical student volunteer.

3/2013 – 10/2017 Co-ed Softball Tournaments, Event Director – Flagstaff, AZ Organized and directed an annual softball tournament to raise money for the local Girls Softball Little League.

8/2012 – 12/2012 Cardiac Kids, Shadower – Flagstaff, AZ Observed and participated in obtaining history and physical examinations, administering echocardiograms, and interpreting ECGs alongside a Cardiologist in both an outpatient setting and PICU at Flagstaff Medical Center.

CERTIFICATIONS

8/26/2019 Past the Physician Assistant National Certification Exam 6/2018 – 6/2020 Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification 6/2018 – 6/2020 Basic Life Support Certification

MEMBERSHIP

5/2017 – Present American Academy of Physician Assistants 5/2017 – Present Arizona State Association of Physician Assistants References available upon request