Physician Assistant
Resume:
Alvina Shaikh
***********@*****.***
EDUCATION
Midwestern University, Downers Grove, IL
Master of Medical Science in Physician Assistant Studies, graduated Aug 2019 Capstone Project: The Standards in the Medical Management of Ovarian Cancer, completed June 2019 University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC), Chicago, IL Bachelor of science in Biological Studies, graduated May 2015 Clinical Rotation Experiences (6 weeks each)
Behavioral Medicine Fareha Malik, M.D., Advanced Psychiatry of Elgin, Elgin, IL Emergency Medicine Toby Efferen, M.D., Mount Sinai Hospital, Chicago, IL Family Medicine George Thomas, M.D., Park Primary Care, Evergreen Park, IL General Surgery Chris Kim, PA-C, Swedish Covenant Hospital, Chicago, IL Geriatric Medicine Massarat Bala, M.D., Healing Hands Primary Care, Schaumburg, IL Internal Medicine Robert Hozman, M.D., Robert A Hozman MD PC, Skokie, IL Pediatric Medicine Mark Rothschild, M.D., Grove Pediatrics, Buffalo Grove, IL Women’s Health Christopher Barbour, M.D., AMG Lombard-OB/GYN, Downers Grove, IL Elective Clinical Rotation Experiences (4 weeks each) Family Medicine George Thomas, M.D., Park Primary Care, Evergreen Park, IL (06/2019) Dermatology Suleman Bangash, M.D., Moh-s Surgery & Dermatology, Crystal Lake, IL (07/2019) Clinical rotations provided experience in the following:
• Conducting both focused and comprehensive histories and physical examinations
• Ordering and interpreting laboratory tests and diagnostic imaging studies
• Formulating treatment plans for a wide variety of medical illnesses
• Documenting care, treatment plan and follow-up in patient electronic health records
• Providing patient education and counseling for prevention and management of disease
• Performing first assist duties during general surgical procedures and orthopedic surgical procedures
• Performing and/or assisting in the following clinical procedures: injections, wound closure via sutures and staples, urinary catheter insertion, pelvic exams, Pap test screening and mental status exams. CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSURE, AND AFFILIATIONS
National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA), expected Oct 2019 State of Illinois Physician Assistant Licensure, expected Oct 2019 American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers, June 2018-present American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification, June 2018-present HIPAA, OSHA, and Blood-Borne Pathogens Training- completed 04/29/2018 EMPLOYMENT
Chicagoland Foot Care, Chicago, IL (11/2015-06/2017) Medical assistant/Medical scribe
• Assisted podiatrist with in-office medical procedures and transcription of medical documentation. Duties also included insurance verification, obtaining prior authorizations and office management. Scribe America, Lake Forest and Grayslake, IL (02/2015-11/2015) Medical Scribe
• Assisted ED physicians with transcription of medical documentation PROFSSIONAL SOCIETY MEMBERSHIPS
American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA), Student Member, 2017-present VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Saint Francis Hospital, Evanston, IL – 2012
• Assisted as office assistant in wound care center
• Assisted patients with wheelchair transportation and hospital navigation HONORS AND AWARDS
• Graduated with UIC Honors College- May 2015
• Graduated with UIC LAS Magna Cum Laude-Honors- May 2015
• Recipient of Undergraduate Research Grant at UIC- 2014-2015
• Member of The National Society of Collegiate Scholars (UIC chapter)- 2012
• Member of Phi Sigma National Honor Society at University of Illinois at Chicago EXTRACRRICULAR ACTIVITES
University of Illinois at Chicago:
• Undergraduate research assistant (2014-2015)
• Peer Mentor for Women in Science and Engineering Program REFERENCES
Available upon request
Contact this candidate