ERICA CROCKETT

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Goldsboro NC *7543

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OBJECTIVE

Physician Assistant with experience in family practice excited to utilize and continue perfecting skills in the medical field. Dedicated, compassionate, and challenge-embracing attitude. Seeking full-time employment in a Family Medicine setting where there is greater opportunity to deliver care for a wider array of medical problems.

EDUCATION

Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies Gardner-Webb University

2017-2019

Graduated May 2019

Bachelor of Science Fayetteville State University

2011-2015

Graduated Suma Cum Laude in May of 2015.

Biology Major

CLINICAL EXPERIENCE

Orthopedics 6 weeks Rutherford Orthropaedics

MAR 2019 – APRIL 2019

Took patient histories and physicals for acute and chronic orthopedics conditions. Interpreted in office x-rays and reviewed MRI/CT scans. Formulated treatment plain, educated patients and families on follow up care. Performed intra-articular and trigger point injections. Assisted in surgical procedures: knee and shoulder arthroscopy, knee and hip arthroplasty, carpal tunnel and trigger finger releases and ORIF

Emergency Medicine 6 weeks Mercy Health Saint Mary’s Emergency Department

JAN 2019 – MARCH 2019

Diagnose and treated common urgent care problems including bronchitis, pneumonia, UTIs, corneal abrasions, migraines, and fractures. Preformed I&Ds, closure of wounds via sutures and Dermabond, placement of catheters and eye examinations using fluorescein and woods lamp.

Underserved Area/Population 3 weeks Mary Black Health System Gaffney

DEC 2018 – JAN 2019

Evaluated IMCU, intermediate care unit, patients. Cared for patients with diabetes, cancer, heart disease, gastrointestinal illness, neurological disorders and similar emergency conditions.

General Surgery 6 weeks Watauga Surgical Group, PA

OCT 2019 – DEC 2018

Evaluated surgical candidates and preformed full history and physical for pre-operative patients. Assisted in surgical procedures, suturing, sterile technique, post-operative and follow up care.

Family Practice 6 weeks Novant Health Crown Point Family Physicians

SEPT 2018 – OCT 2018

Performed complete yearly physicals. Provided chronic illness maintenance and medication monitoring, routine health maintenance in all ages, immunizations, ECG interpretation, women’s health screening, and prenatal care.

OB/Gynecology 3 weeks Tidewater Physicians Multispecialty

AUG 2018 – SEPT 2018

Preformed Papsmears and provided prenatal and postnatal care.

Internal Medicine 6 weeks Rutherford Internal Medicine

JUNE 2018 – AUG 2018

Preformed and documented history and physical findings of patients.

Pediatrics 3 weeks Rutherford Children’s Care

JUNE 2018 – JUNE 2018

Performed well-child checks, sports physicals, pediatric medication dosage, immunizations, childhood specific illness, congenital diseases and abnormalities, and minor trauma.

Mental Health 3 weeks OnsiteCare, PLLC

MAY 2018 – JUNE 2018

Performed psychiatric assessment and medical management

WORK/EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE

Physician Assistant Medical Care

SEPTEMBER 2019- CURRENT

Primary care provider in a fast-paced, rural, community health center. Involved in all aspects of patient care across the lifespan, including; detailed history, physical examinations, development and implementation of treatment plans, prescription of medications, ordering and interpretation of laboratory tests and diagnostic studies, as well as in-office surgical procedures.

Applicable Skills

Diagnose and treat common urgent care problems including URI's, bronchitis, pneumonia, sinusitis, pharyngitis, asthma exacerbations, UTI's, otitis media and externa, conjunctivitis, migraines, gastroenteritis, fractures/dislocations, allergic reactions.

Experience in the management of chronic medical illness such as, but not limited to: diabetes mellitus, chronic bronchitis, hypertension, hypercholesterolemia, heart failure, obesity, chronic pain syndromes, thyroid disease, cirrhosis, and chemical dependency.

Procedures: I and D's, closure of wounds via sutures, staples and Dermabond; injections, aseptic and isolation techniques, and collection of cultures

Women's health including Papanicolaou cytology smears, evaluation and management of abnormal uterine bleeding, menopause, osteoporosis, contraceptive initiation and surveillance.

The ability to focus on mental health as it effects physiological wellbeing.

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

Strengths: Commitment to lifelong learning, diligence, integrity, attention to detail, and working well with patients and staff.

CNA Highland House Rehabilitation & Healthcare

JULY 2015 – NOV 2016

Worked with assisted living, short-term rehabilitation, and extended nursing care stay patients

CNA Interim Healthcare Agency

JAN 2016 – DEC 2016

Center for Promoting STEM Education and Research Tutor Fayetteville State University

JULY 2013 – MAY 2015

Tutored students in biology, chemistry, mathematics and physics.

NCLSAMP Research Program Scholar Fayetteville State University

JAN 2013 – MAY 2015

Conducted research and academic poster presentation of research, the methodology and the data gathered.

CERTIFICATIONS

ACLS certified

BLS Certified

COMPUTER SKILLS

Epic EMR system

EMR training and experience with Canopy and Dragon Dictation

Windows Word, Excel and Power Point

REFERENCES

Dr. Charles Bond

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Dr. John Crawford

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Professor Ashley B. Kernicky, MPAS, PA-C

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