Physician Assistant
Resume:
ERICA CROCKETT
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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