Physician Assistant Medical

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PHONE 321-***-**** *******@*****.***

Chloe Cunio, MPAS, PA-C

Objective

Physician assistant with two years of experience in OBGYN medicine seeks full-time employment that utilizes my skills and passion for providing competent, evidence-based, patient-centered care. Preference for hospital-based medical and surgical specialty positions.

Licenses/certificates

NCCPA Board Certified

Current Montana State Physician Assistant’s License

Current DEA license

Applied for California State Physician Assistant’s License

Employment Summary

July 2018 - Present St. James Healthcare Butte, MT

Physician Assistant

Specialty provider in a fast-paced, rural, OB/GYN Medical Group with a diverse skill-set. Involved in all aspects of patient care as it pertains to women’s health, including; detailed history, physical examinations, development and implementation of treatment plans, prescription of medications, ordering and interpretation of laboratory tests and diagnostic studies. Experienced First Assistant working in conjunction with two surgeons for all operating room procedures. Manages admitted patients in collaboration with supervising physician. Attends monthly meetings as a specialty physician assistant representative of the Provider Leadership Council, overseeing and developing policies to support the growth and betterment of Medical Group Members.

Applicable Skills

Diagnose and treat common obstetric and gynecologic problems including abnormal uterine bleeding, pelvic pain, sexually transmitted infections, disorders of pregnancy, postoperative complications, postpartum complications, pelvic organ prolapse, incontinence, UTIs, pelvic imaging abnormalities, fertility issues, breast changes, menopausal concerns, and mood disorders.

Provide preventative care including cervical cancer screening and follow-up, health education, vaginal cultures, preconception consultation, contraceptive initiation and surveillance, osteoporosis screening and management, breast cancer screening, colorectal cancer screening, and hereditary cancer genetic testing and management as indicated.

Experience in the management of chronic medical illness during the prenatal period such as, but not limited to: diabetes mellitus, hypertension, mood disorders, obesity, seizure disorders, and thyroid disease.

Performs preoperative patient counseling on risks and benefits of commonly performed procedures, as well as admission evaluations. Responsible for taking health history, reviewing medical records, order reconciliation, and performing relevant physical exams.

Inpatient management of postoperative, postpartum, and acutely ill obstetric and gynecologic patients. Proficient in admission, daily rounding, and discharge of patients on our service. Communicates important changes in patient status, orders appropriate diagnostic tests and treatments in collaboration with the supervising physician and nursing staff. Consults with providers regarding concerns outside our scope of practice.

Office-based procedures: IUD insertion, Nexplanon device insertion, endometrial biopsy, basic bedside sonography, I and D's, skin biopsy, closure of wounds via sutures and Dermabond; wound and skin care, injections, aseptic and isolation techniques, venipuncture, collection of cultures, CPR, placement of catheters.

Surgical First Assistant experienced in minimally invasive procedures including robotic assisted with the daVinci Si Surgical System, as well as open approaches including cesarean section.

The skill to work in a diverse and multicultural environment, with people of all socioeconomic backgrounds.

Precept medical students

Strengths: Driven provider with positive attitude and commitment to lifelong learning, diligence, integrity, attention to detail, and teamwork.

Education

2015 - 2018 University of Colorado Child Health Associate/Physician Assistant Program Aurora, CO

Master of Science, Physician Assistant Studies

Intensive program at a Tope 10 Physician Assistant School included 10 months of classroom training, 8 months of combined classroom and clinical work, and 10 months of full-time rotations. Personal focus on hospital-based, specialty, and pediatric care. Clinical experience includes:

Pediatric Infectious Disease – 262 hours

Inpatient Pediatrics – 238 hours

OB/GYN – 201 hours

Newborn Nursery – 160 hours

Emergency Medicine – 154 hours

General Pediatrics – 154 hours

Rural Family Medicine – 132 hours

General and Trauma Surgery – 121 hours

Internal Medicine – 120 hours

Pediatric Cardiology – 80 hours

Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine – 77 hours

Pediatric Endocrinology – 76 hours

Family Medicine – 64 hours

Outpatient Orthopedic Rehabilitation - 56 hours

Outpatient ENT and Sinus Center – 55 hours

Palliative Care/Hospice – 24 hours

2010 - 2013 Gordon College Wenham, MA

Bachelor of Science, Biology

2009 - 2010 Florida State University Tallahassee, FL

Honors and Awards

Barbara A. Quarantillo Pediatric Infectious Disease Conference Scholarship Award, 2016

Certifications

Maintains certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants, 2018 - Present

Current ACLS, PALS, BLS Certification

Professional Associations

American Academy of Physician Assistants, 2017 - Present

ACOG, 2018 - Present

REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST

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