Logan M. Handwerk, PA-S

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PROFILE:

Current Physician Assistant student seeking full-time position after graduation in December 2020. Exemplary skills in patient-centered care, as well as team-based and evidence-based medicine.

EDUCATION:

Master of Physician Assistant Studies Dec 2020

Trine University Fort Wayne, IN

Bachelor of Science, Biobehavioral Health, Minor in Biology May 2018 The Pennsylvania State University State College, PA Curriculum Highlights: innovative and interdisciplinary program focusing on the interaction among biological, behavioral, psychological, sociocultural, and environmental variables that influence health.

CLINICAL EXPERIENCE: Jan 2020 – Dec 2020

Urgent Care RediMed Fort Wayne, IN

Otorhinolaryngology ENT Associates Fort Wayne, IN

Virtual Primary Care Trine University Fort Wayne, IN Internal Medicine SRISAI, PC Fort Wayne, IN

Plastic Surgery Parkview Health Systems Fort Wayne, IN Emergency Medicine St. Rita’s Medical Center Lima, OH Women’s Health Parkview Health Systems Auburn, IN

Integrative Medicine Parkview Health Systems Fort Wayne, IN General Surgery Lutheran Health Network Fort Wayne, IN Behavioral Health Farrington Specialty Counseling, Inc. Fort Wayne, IN Pediatrics DeKalb Health Medical Group Auburn, IN

CLINICAL SKILLS:

• Obtained histories and performed physical examinations, including hospital follow-ups, on sick and well patients across the entire lifespan.

• Performed comprehensive psychiatric histories for inpatients and follow-up histories on outpatients.

• Interpretation of EKGs, pulmonary function tests, various imaging and laboratory results.

• Assisted in the OR during procedures such as post-mastectomy breast reconstruction, breast reduction, abdominoplasty, mandibulectomy with fibula free flap, thyroidectomy, parotidectomy, tubal ligation, hysterectomy, and many other procedures.

• Communicated with medical team and contributed in the medical decision making. Assisted in diagnosis and development of further treatment plans as well as rounding with the clinical team.

• Performed procedures including ultrasound-guided FNA, conscious sedation, closed fracture reduction, joint reduction, fluorescein staining, slit lamp examination, I&D, LARC placement/removal, and others.

• Educated patients on topics including up-to-date screenings, immunizations, sleep hygiene, smoking cessation, GERD management, diabetes management, and exercise regimens.

• Computer skills including electronic charting with Cerner, EPIC, DocuTap, and Point Click Care. Proficient with UpToDate, Epocrates, and Stanford Guide, along with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SPSS.

RELATED EMPLOYMENT HISTORY:

The Pennsylvania State University Jan 2017 – Current Research Assistant State College, PA

• Assisted in all levels of public health research from grant writing, IRB application process, participant recruitment, data analysis, and report writing.

• Specialized in LGBTQIA+ sexual health and health disparities under Dr. Joshua Rosenberger.

The Meadows Psychiatric Center Dec 2016 – Aug 2017 Mental Health Technician Centre Hall, PA

• Observe and chart behaviors, facilitate group therapy, encourage 1-on-1 processing with patients, and maintain safety on and off the unit.

• Training in advanced de-escalation and handle with care protocol. Juniper Communities at Wellspring Oct 2016 – Mar 2017 Resident Associate/CNA State College, PA

• Assist in ADLs for residents with varying levels of independence while nourishing patient autonomy.

• Perform daily charting.

Lehigh Valley Health Network Jun 2016 – Jul 2016

Research Scholar Allentown, PA

• Performed & presented original research about how clinical hours affect future clinical paths for PAs.

• 160 hours shadowing PAs in general surgery, orthopedic surgery, cardiothoracic surgery, neurology, urology, emergency medicine, and gynecologic oncology. ORGANIZATION MEMBERSHIPS AND CERTIFICATIONS:

• American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA) Active Member

• LGBT PA Caucus Active Member

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification Dec 2019

• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification Dec 2019

References available upon request.