Physician Assistant Fort Carson
Resume:
WILLIAM R. TAGGART, PA-C, MPAS
*** ******* ******* ***** ********, TN 37148 ● 615-***-**** ● ******@*****.*** ● www.linkedin.com/in/williamrtaggart
Seeking a position as a Physician Assistant
Dedicated and caring Physician Assistant with over 11 years’ experience with proven ability to manage an empanelment of up to 1,200 patients in family practice, primary care, occupational medicine, and urgent care facilities as part of a committed healthcare team. Core values include:
Practice evidence-based medicine
Team based philosophy
Honesty and integrity
Strong work ethic
Lifelong learner
Compassion & dedication to patients
Patient centered treatment
Education
Master of Physician Assistant Studies, MPAS Sep 2009
University of Nebraska Medical Center
Bachelor of Science, BS Aug 2008
University of Nebraska Medical Center
Honor graduate
Phi Alpha National Honor Society Inductee
Initial Licensure and Certifications
DOT Medical Examiner 2018
DEA Licensure 2018
Tennessee PA Licensure, #PA3558 2018
Advanced Trauma Life Support 2018
Auricular Acupuncture 2017
Sexual Assault Medical Forensic Examiner 2014
Nexplanon 2013
Aviation Flight Surgeon Course 2012
Tactical Combat Medical Course 2009
Advanced Cardiac Life Support 2009
Basic Life Support 2009
National Commission on the Certification of Physician Assistants, #109****-****
Field Management of Biological/Chemical Casualties 2002
Experience
Urgent Care Physician Assistant
CareNow Urgent Care, Madison, TN Aug 2018 to Present
Serves as the sole provider responsible for triage, evaluation and treatment at an urgent care facility. Oversees and responsible for one medical assistant, one radiology technician, and one patient representative. Responsible for the evaluation and treatment of 30 to 60 patients a day to include workmen’s compensation and Department of Transportation physicals. Utilizes EMR daily.
Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant
Greenview ER, Bowling Green, KY June 2018 to Jan 2019
Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant working in a high capacity Emergency Room. Responsible for the triage, evaluation and treatment of individuals seeking emergent medical care. Utilizes EMR daily.
US Army Sep 1992 to May 2018
Numerous medical positions listed below:
Aeromedical Physician Assistant Oct 2017 to May 2018
Fort Bragg, NC 28310
Empaneled and managed urgent and primary care for 800 military personnel and responsible for the oversight and training of 5 assigned paramedics and EMT personnel performing aeromedical evacuation in a garrison and field environment.
Family Medicine/Primary Care/Aeromedical Physician Assistant May 2017 to Oct 2017
Ansbach Health Clinic, Ansbach, Germany APO AE 09250
Empaneled and managed primary care for 1,200 military, military dependents, retires, contractors and government employees in a garrison environment. Garrison Flight Surgeon. Supervised and trained 1 RN, 2 LPN, and 3 medics.
Primary Care and Urgent Care Officer in Charge Aug 2016 to May 2017
Camp Buehring, Kuwait APO AE 09330
Deployed to Kuwait, served as the primary care and urgent care clinic officer in charge that supported over 7,000 civilian and military personnel in Kuwait and administratively supervised 2 Physicians, 1 Physician Assistant, and 8 EMT personnel. Camp Flight Surgeon.
Family Medicine/Primary Care/Aeromedical Physician Assistant Jun 2015 to Aug 2016
Ansbach Health Clinic, Ansbach, Germany APO AE 09250
Empaneled and managed primary care for 1,200 military, military dependents, retires, contractors and government employees in a garrison environment. Garrison Flight Surgeon. Supervised and trained 1 RN, 2 LPN, and 3 EMT.
Aeromedical Physician Assistant Jun 2014 to Jun 2015
Katterbach Airfield, Germany APO AE 09250
Empaneled and managed urgent and primary care for 1,000 military personnel and responsible for the oversight and training of 3 assigned paramedics and EMT personnel performing aeromedical evacuation in a garrison and field environment.
Aeromedical Physician Assistant Mar 2011 to Jun 2014
Fort Carson, CO 80913
Empaneled and managed urgent and primary care for 1,200 military personnel and responsible for the oversight and training of 3 assigned EMT personnel in a garrison and field environment.
Physician Assistant Mar 2010 to Mar 2011
Iraq, APO AE 09335
Provided primary care and emergency care at a forward operating base in Iraq that supported over 1,200 civilian and military personnel and responsible for the oversight and training of 36 EMT personnel.
Physician Assistant Sep 2009 to Mar 2010
Fort Carson, CO 80913
Empaneled and managed urgent and primary care for 1,000 military personnel and responsible for the oversight and training of 36 EMT personnel in a garrison and field environment.
Physician Assistant Student Aug 2007 to Sep 2009
Fort Sam Houston, TX 78234
Interservice Physician Assistant Program (University of Nebraska Medical Center). Honor graduate and Phi Alpha National Honor Society inductee.
Combat Medic (EMT) Jan 1993 to Aug 2007
Numerous assignments
Responsible for providing EMT medical coverage, supervision up to 35 EMTs and advisor to unit leadership on medical matters in a garrison and combat environment.
Teaching Experience
Mentored and instructed Physician Assistant students during didactic phase of PA school at Fort Carson, CO from Mar 2011 to Jun 2014.
Supervised and instructed countless US Army combat medics, paramedics, and EMT personnel on ATLS and trauma skills
Developed, instructed, and facilitated the training of over 1,000 nonmedical personnel on first aid tasks
Developed and coordinated monthly continuing medical education provider training at multiple locations
Procedures
Arthrocentesis and joint injections
Trigger point injections
Shave, punch, and excisional biopsies
Skin abscess I&D
Suturing
Nexplanon
Auricular acupuncture
Sexual assault medical forensic exams
ATLS surgical skills
FMCSA medical exams (DOT physical exam)
Professional Organizations
Fellow, American Academy of Physician Assistants
Fellow, Tennessee Academy of Physician Assistants
Member, Society of Army Physician Assistants
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