EDUCATION Loma Linda University Health September *019

Physician Assistant Studies

Braun School of Public Health and Community Medicine December 2012

International M.P.H.

University of Maryland, College Park December 2010

BS, Community Health

OB/GYN

Loma Linda University Medical Center

9/24/18-10/30/18

PEDIATRICS

Loma Linda University Medical Center

11/5/18-12/11/18

FAMILY MEDICINE

SAC Health Systems

1/7/19-2/12/19

INTERNAL MEDICINE

Loma Linda University East Campus

2/19/19- 3/26/19

GENERAL SURGERY

Sibley Memorial Hospital

4/1/19- 5/7/19

EMERGENCY MEDICINE

MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center

5/13/19- 6/25/19

PEDIATRIC HEME/ONC

Children’s National Medical Center

7/1/19-8/6/19

BEHAVIORAL HEALTH

Loma Linda Behavioral Health Institute

8/12/19- 9/17/19

CLINICAL

ROTATION

WORK

EXPERIENCE American Executive Health Systems April 2020 – present

Physician Assistant, Urgent Care and Primary Care

Evaluate and treat between 20-30 patients daily via in-office and telemedicine visits as a primary and urgent care provider in a fast-paced outpatient clinic

Involved in all aspects of patient care including obtaining medical histories, performing physical exams and procedures, formulating comprehensive assessments, preparing plans, and arranging appropriate ongoing care

Manage acute and chronic conditions through routine physical examinations, sports physicals, gynecologic exams, and sick visits for patients with single or multiple morbidities including emotional and psychiatric illness

Perform as sole clinical provider in the absence of supervising physician

Order and interpret appropriate laboratory tests, screening, and diagnostic imaging, and arrange consultation as needed

Monitor patient adherence to medical plans and use a variety of teaching methods and communication strategies to improve compliance

Mary Ella Carter M.D., FACS July 2015 – Jan 2017

Medical Assistant, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

Assisted with in-office surgical procedures including excisional biopsies, general wound care, suture removal, and dressing changes

Obtained patient medical histories and vitals of approximately 90 patients per week

Responsible for inventory, sterilization, and stocking of surgical supplies

Scribed patient appointments using the Modernizing Medicine EMR system

Reviewed and reported results of approximately 50 bacterial swabs and excisional biopsies weekly

Communicated with billing and insurance specialists to ensure pre-authorization for out- and in-patient surgical procedures

Managed administrative duties such as scheduling patient appointments and surgeries, collecting payments, processing explanation of benefits, and coordinating with vendor representatives

Provided high quality patient care through professional, caring, and accommodating bedside manner and tele-communication skills

Managed the conversion of over 10,000 paper patient charts to electronic patient files

The Children’s INN at National Institute of Health (NIH) Jan 2013 – July 2015

Resident Services Manager

Promoted a safe and homelike environment of support and understanding for approximately 50 families at The Children’s Inn

Updated and enforced rules, policies and services

Admitted families following admission procedures; make and adjust room assignments to ensure effective operation of The Inn and optimal services for families

Conducted bilingual orientation tours for first visit families, and special introductory meetings for international families

Communicated and collaborated with social workers at the Clinical Center regarding patient reservations, referrals, issues and concerns

Led over 50 families, 20 staff members, and volunteers during emergencies

Managed and monitored $5,000 grant for Community Assistance Program

Managed International Family Program through planning and coordination of monthly Cultural Family Night, development of quarterly International Family Newsletter, and creation of weekly informative staff-wide e-mail

The Children’s INN at National Institute of Health (NIH) Sep 2010 – July 2011

Development and Family Programming Assistant

Developed, wrote and edited grant proposals to ensure future funding for current and new expenses

Edited quarterly newsletter and annual report

Established communication with potential donating organizations and business owners via phone, letters, and e-mails

Organized, supervised, and led educational, cultural, and diversionary activities/performances for the improvement of the wellbeing of residents

Developed and implemented a needs assessment and evaluation for the education program

University of Maryland Help Center Sep 2008 – December 2010

Peer counselor and crisis interventionist, On-the-job trainer, Shift Manager

Counseled university students and Maryland residents over the telephone and in person

Nominated for and awarded the position of Shift Manager by the General Body; responsible for all human resource issues and shift organization

Created a Help Center Volunteer Recognition Program that generated a positive internal spirit which led to more productivity and efficiency

Attended and led a 16-hour training weekend for new semester trainees

Trained 12 trainees to become counselors during weekly shifts and assisted in the testing of several trainees to receive title of Counselor

VOLUNTEER University of Maryland Help Center, Crisis Counselor 2007-2010

EXPERIENCE Children’s Inn at NIH, Fun Team Counselor and Welcome Desk Manager 2011-2015

Siloe Clinic, Mexico, Bilingual Physician Assistant Student 2018

Children’s Inn at NIH, Fun Team Counselor and Welcome Desk Manager 2019-present

Food and Friends, Food delivery 2020-present

CERTIFICATION/

LICENSURE National Physician Assistant Certification October 2019- present

Certification # 1169183

Issued by NCCPA- National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants

DC/MD/VA Physician Assistant License February 2020- present

Virginia : 011*-******

Issued by Commonwealth of Virginia Department of Health Professions

DC: in process

MD: C0007471

Issued by Maryland Department of Health Board of Physicians

DEA License February 2020- present

License # in process

Issued by United States Drug Enforcement Administration

American Heart Association September 2018-present

ACLS and BLS certified

American Red Cross Nurse Assistant Training October 2014

Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) by Virginia Department of Health Professions

AFFILIATIONS American Academy of PAs September 2017- present

SKILLS Clinical:

Obtain an organized and thorough patient history

Conduct both focused and comprehensive physical examinations

Develop list of differentials and diagnostic studies required to narrow down for proper assessment

Develop plan of care that is safe, effective, patient-centered and evidence-based

Provide relevant patient education

Proficient with EPIC medical record system

Interpret Labs/Imaging/EKGs

Intra-Operative:

Direct laparoscopic camera in surgeries such as cholecystectomy, appendectomy, gastric bypass, hernia repairs

Exceptional suturing skills for deep dermal and superficial incisions/lacerations

Prep patient per request by surgeon

Observe proper sterile surgical technique

Language: Fluent in Spanish, conversational Hebrew

Computer: Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, SPSS, and Photoshop CS4, EMA & EPIC

Communication: Superior written, verbal, and presentation skills

~ References Furnished Upon Request ~

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