Adaptable, efficient, patient-focused Physician Assistant with 6.5 years of experience
working in Family Medicine and Hematology/Oncology. Driven to communicate well and provide exceptional patient care.
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DEA: MM3272034
Physician Assistant Board Certified by NCCPA 2014-2024 Physician Assistant Pennsylvania Medical Licensure: MA056978 BLS 2021
Master of Physician Assistant Science Saint Francis University MAY 2013 – MAY 2014
Master’s Thesis Presentation: Hypertrophic Obstructive Cardiomyopathy Clinical Rotations from May 2013 to April 2014: General Surgery, Behavioral Medicine, Internal Medicine, Family Practice, Pediatrics, OB/GYN, Emergency Medicine, Cardiothoracic Surgery
B.S. Physician Assistant Studies Saint Francis University AUGUST 2009 – MAY 2013
QPA: 3.7/4.0, Graduated Magna Cum Laude
Awards/Recognition:
Delta Epsilon Sigma Honor Society, 2013
St. Francis University Honor Society, 2013
Who’s Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges, 2013 BRITTANY
HIMES,
MPAS, PA-C
158 Grove Hill Lane
Zelienople, PA 16063
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OBJECTIVE
EDUCATION
EXPERIENCE
Physician Assistant- Hematology/Oncology West Penn Hospital April 2018- PRESENT
Independently complete Benign Hematology consults, rounding on 5-10 consult patients daily.
Evaluate and manage 15-20 Benign and Malignant Hematology clinic patients on clinic days.
Formulate patient treatment plans based off imaging and laboratory results. Independently perform 3-5 bone marrow biopsies weekly in the office setting as well as recovery room.
Complete Pre-testing History and Physical Examinations as well as bone marrow biopsies for Bone Marrow Transplant candidates.
Coordinate patient care with other medical specialties. Coordinate patient care with care team to include Physician, Pharmacist, and RN. Maintain thorough medical documentation.
Physician Assistant Genesis Medical Associates – Wexford, PA MAY 2016 – APRIL 2018
Practice independently with distant supervision from physician. Independently examine and make appropriate medical decisions on a minimum of 20 patients per day seen in various settings to include Skilled Nursing Facility, outpatient medical office, and Urgent Care setting.
Complete patient admissions and discharges in Skilled Nursing Facility, as well as ordering and interpreting appropriate laboratory testing and making appropriate medical decisions.
Evaluate and manage acute and chronic conditions in outpatient office setting, perform Gynecologic services including Oral Contraceptive Counseling as well as Preventative Gynecological examinations.
Evaluate and manage acute conditions in urgent care setting. Physician Assistant- Hematology/Oncology UPMC Shadyside MAY 2015 – MAY 2016
Examine up to 11 patients per day on the inpatient Bone Marrow Transplant unit. Thoroughly examine patients’ medical history and physical condition to evaluate level of transplant risk and appropriateness for chemotherapy. Follow and manage around 11 assigned patients throughout their complicated Bone Marrow Transplant course on the inpatient unit.
Rapidly and thoroughly assess patients during medical emergencies and formulate treatment plan.
Administer Intra Thecal Chemotherapy.
Perform Bone Marrow Biopsies and Aspirate in the hospital setting. Physician Assistant Penn State Hershey Rehabilitation Hospital AUGUST 2014 – MAY 2015
Examine up to 10 patients per day with various medical conditions who are admitted for rehabilitation services.
Order appropriate testing and interpret results.
Present patient cases with medical management suggestions in interdisciplinary rounds. Participate in Journal Club presentations.
SKILLS
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• Good bedside manner
• Excel with time management
• Decision-making under pressure
• Thorough examiner
• Professional demeanor
• Highly motivated
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