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Physician Assistant

Location:
Dallas, TX
Posted:
October 08, 2020

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KELSEY ORTBAHN, PA-C

**** ** ***** *****, ******, TX 75206 • 480-***-**** • adgr95@r.postjobfree.com

LICENSURE AND CERTIFICATION

Texas License #PA13796

Maryland License #C06415

Virginia License #011*-******

ACLS Certified

DEA #MO4325949

NPI #139*******

NCCPA Board Certified #1137817

AAPA Active Member

EMPLOYMENT SUMMARY

Rhino Medical Services Irving, Texas September 2020 - Present Locum tenens position assisting with COVID testing for Amazon Warehouse.

● Observe self-administered anterior nasal COVID testing to ensure adequate samples are obtained

● Maintain a clean and safe testing environment

● Implement mask wearing, social distancing and proper testing protocols Raja M. Din, M.D. PLLC Greenbelt, Maryland January 2017-August 2020 PA-C in a gastroenterology and hepatology outpatient office with patient volume of 15-20 patients per day.

● Performed history and physical examinations of patients from all socioeconomic backgrounds; follow screening guidelines

● Diagnosed and treated conditions including inflammatory bowel disease, swallowing disorders, GERD, food allergies, irritable bowel syndrome, NASH/NAFLD, hepatitis B, hepatitis C

● Reviewed and interpreted pathology, laboratory and imaging reports (CT, MRI, ultrasound, Fibroscan, liver and endoscopic biopsies) and communicated results to patients

● Drafted letters of medical necessity and participate in peer to peer reviews for insurance companies

● Identified, educated and followed up with patients regarding gastric weight loss balloons

● Administered small bowel capsules and GI motility capsules, interpret results

● Fibroscan Certified – Perform Fibroscan (elastography) procedures

● Sub Investigator in NASH research trials

EDUCATION

Midwestern University Downers Grove, Illinois 2014 – 2016

● Master of Medical Science in Physician Assistant Studies

● Capstone Project: “Pharmaceutical Management of Primary Hypothyroidism” Arizona Academy of

Emergency Services

Mesa, Arizona Summer 2013

● EMT-B Certification, CPR/AED Healthcare Provider Certification University of Arizona Tucson, Arizona 2009 – 2013

● Bachelor of Science, Psychology, Dean’s List with Distinction Page 1 of 4

● Member of Psi Chi (International Honor Society in Psychology) and Rho Alpha Sigma (National Resident Assistant Honor Society)

SKILLS

● Proficient in eClinicalWorks, Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint

● Experience in various electronic medical record systems including: Epic, and Cerner

● Language: Intermediate in Spanish

ROTATION EXPERIENCE

General Rotation Duties

● Performed problem-focused history and physical examinations in underserved communities

● Ordered and interpreted common lab and imaging tests including CBCs, blood chemistry panels, UAs, EKGs, X-Rays, CTs, MRIs and bedside ultrasounds

● Provided patient education on prevention and management of diseases

● Completed SOAP notes in multiple EMR systems

Emergency Medicine Mount Sinai Hospital,

Chicago, Illinois

Six Weeks

● Performed suturing, staple application, wound care, splint and cast application, pelvic exams, CPR, psychiatric evaluations, and MMSE

● Assisted in bedside procedures including I&Ds and lumbar punctures Women’s Health Morris Hospital,

Morris, Illinois

Six Weeks

● Assisted in vaginal and surgical deliveries

● Performed post-operative wound management, pelvic exams, pap smears, fetal heart tone monitoring, KOH prep, endometrial biopsies, group B strep swabs

● Assisted in operating room for dilation and curettage, tubal ligation and cesarean sections

● Counseled patients on birth control option

Family Medicine Southwest Physician Group,

Oak Lawn, Illinois

Six Weeks

● Diagnosed common conditions including hypertension, hyperlipidemia, diabetes mellitus, gout, muscle strain/sprain, GERD, UTI, strep throat, influenza, allergic rhinitis, herpes zoster

● Performed pap smears, pelvic exams, vaccine administration, and EKGs Pediatrics Southwest Physician Group,

Oak Lawn, Illinois

Six Weeks

● Performed school, sports and developmental physical examinations

● Administered immunization vaccines according to vaccination schedule

● Counseled patients on vaccines and birth control

● Diagnosed common pediatric illnesses including impetigo, strep throat, influenza, conjunctivitis, otitis media, and otitis externa

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Behavioral Medicine Cermak Health Services,

Chicago, Illinois

Six Weeks

● Performed initial and follow-up psychiatric evaluations including mental status examinations

● Developed diagnosis and treatment plans for patients in Cook County Jail

● Managed medication adjustments for the use of antidepressants, anxiolytics, and antipsychotics

● Diagnosed common psychiatric illnesses including depression, anxiety, adjustment disorder, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and personality disorders Internal Medicine Medical Care Group,

Elk Grove Village, Illinois

Six Weeks

● Performed skin tag removals and blood draws

● Managed acute and chronic conditions including hypertension, diabetes, hyperlipidemia, asthma, GERD, anxiety, and depression

Geriatrics Edward Hines Jr. VA Hospital,

Hines, Illinois

Six Weeks

● Participated in daily hospital rounds and weekly interdisciplinary meetings

● Performed wound care, MMSE, and blood draws

General Surgery Surgery Group,

Geneva, Illinois

Six Weeks

● Performed daily rounds on hospital patients including pre-operative and post-operative examinations

● Applied and removed sutures and staples, performed as first assist, followed aseptic technique

● Assisted in colonoscopies and endoscopies, operated laparoscopic camera Orthopedics Northwestern Orthopedics,

Warrenville, Illnois

Four Weeks

● Performed joint injections, applied sutures and staples, and followed proper aseptic technique

● Assisted in surgical procedures including rotator cuff repairs, joint arthroplasty, and spinal fusions

● Assisted in arthroscopy of the knee, ankle and shoulder

● Performed specialized orthopedic examinations

Dermatology Dupage Medical Group,

Wheaton, Illinois

Four Weeks

● Diagnosed skin conditions including skin cancer, psoriasis, dermatitis, fungal infections, and acne

● Developed treatment plans for common skin conditions

● Assisted in skin biopsies, I&Ds, wart treatment, and skin tag removal WORK EXPERIENCE

Ahwatukee Skin and Laser Phoenix, Arizona 2013 – 2014 Medical Assistant / Receptionist

● Administered aminolevulinic acid, photodynamic therapy, local anesthetic, B12 injections, chemical peels, PPD placement and interpretation

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● Assisted in Mohs Surgery, removed sutures

● Counseled patients on medications: Accutane, topical retinoids, biologic agents

● Managed schedule for providers, answer patient inquiries, customer service Natural Skin Solutions Scottsdale, Arizona 2013 – 2014 Medical Assistant

● Administered aminolevulinic acid, photodynamic therapy, local anesthetic and chemical peels

● Prepared examination rooms, specimens and syringes University of Arizona

Residence Life

Tucson, Arizona 2010 - 2013

Resident Assistant

● Inductee to Residence Life Hall of Fame

● Served as first responder in crisis situation to ensure the safety of 300 residents

● Followed protocol, upheld community standards, trained new Resident Assistants

● Collaboratively organized educational and recreational programs, performed budget management MEDICAL VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

Dequenesh Community Clinic Tucson, Arizona 2010 - 2013

● Volunteered at free local clinics taking vital signs and blood glucose samples Vive Perú Trujillo, Perú Summer 2011

● Volunteered at rural pediatric clinic and community medical campaign INTERESTS

Vintage shopping, reading, photography, hiking and cooking. REFERENCES

References available upon request

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