Physician Assistant

Melissa D. Smith, PA-C

Physician Assistant

NCCPA-Certified

Grove City, PA 16127 • 724-***-****

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PROFILE

Patient-focused Physician Assistant with expertise in evidence-based practices, direct patient care, and a wide range of non-invasive procedures for acute and chronic conditions. Dedicated to advancing patient outcomes with the ability to perform thorough examinations and diagnostic tests. Skilled in administering vaccinations, performing adult, child, and DOT physicals, and creating comprehensive patient charts. Engaging communicator adept in working closely with interdisciplinary teams. Diverse experience in urgent care, primary care, pediatrics, nursing homes, and health clinics.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Non-Invasive Procedures

Best Clinical Practices

HIPAA / OSHA Compliance

Patient Assessment / Vitals Tracking

Diagnostic Testing / Interpretation

Pain Management

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Acute/Chronic Condition Treatment

EDUCATION

Master of Science, Physician Assistant Studies

Le Moyne College (2011, 2K clinical hours)

Bachelor of Science, Biology / Pre-Med

Elizabethtown College (2007)

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

PRIMARY CARE PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT, 2012 - Present

UPMC Family Healthcare Partners, Grove City, PA

Optimize patient outcomes through evidence-based care, thorough examination, completion and review of diagnostic tests, and treatment plans. Thrive within a fast-paced work environment. OSHA safety officer with skills in risk mitigation.

Enhance consistency of care by working closely with multidisciplinary teams.

Order and analyze x-rays, ECGs, CTs, MRIs, ultrasounds, and blood tests.

Utilize a diverse set of expertise to treat acute and chronic conditions.

Perform thorough physical exams for children and adults including DOT physicals.

NEUROLOGY PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT, 2011

Office of Robert E. Todd, MD, Liverpool, NY

Sharpened skills in performing diagnostics tests and navigating machinery for EEGs, electromyography, and nerve conduction studies. Strengthened ability to read and interpret results, which aid in proper diagnosis. Took advantage of every learning opportunity and remained open to new techniques.

Accurately presented clear diagnosis for acute and chronic conditions.

Prepared comprehensive patient charts to inform key treatment decisions.

Additional experience as an EMT (Basic) at Superior Ambulance Service (1 year)

CERTIFICATIONS

NCCPA Board Certified

Medical Physician Assistant (State of Pennsylvania)

Osteopathic Physician Assistant (State of Pennsylvania)

DEA License

Certified, DOT physicals, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA)

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (2020)

Basic Life Support (2020)

Training, Identification, and Reporting of Child Abuse and Maltreatment (2020)

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