Physician Assistant

Career Objective

Physician Assistant with nine years of experience in Family Medicine and Cardiothoracic Surgery, seeks full-time employment in a reputable medical facility with opportunity to continue developing and enhancing my skills and knowledge in the medical field.

Patient Care Philosophy

I believe in establishing an effective relationship between both physicians and patients. I feel that it is important to be compassionate and respectful to all individuals while recognizing their unique beliefs and values. I constantly perform as a strong advocate for my patients, and I find gratification in educating and treating those in my care. While demonstrating professionalism, I cooperate with all member of the healthcare team that is patient focused and will support a positive patient outcome.

Work Experience

Atrium Health Navicent - Macon, GA

Physician Assistant

Full Time: April 2017- Present

Works with a team of 3 other Physician Assistants and 3 Board Certified Cardiothoracic Surgeons.

My duties include rounding and collaborating with the Attending Surgeons to provide care for our patients located in the Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit and the step down unit. This includes taking a history, physical exam, development and implementation of treatment plans, interpretation of laboratory tests and diagnostic studies, and removal of chest tubes or balloon pumps.

My main duty is to first assist in the operating room on a variety of Cardiothoracic surgeries, including but not limited to CABG, valve repair/replacement, ascending aorta replacement, and lobectomy.

Perform Endoscopic Vein Harvesting and leg incision/closure independently.

I also often spend one day per week in our clinic evaluating post-operative patients independently.

Complete appropriate documentation of all evaluations, care, and services rendered in the medical record.

Perisseia Primary Care - Lawrenceville,GA

Physician Assistant

Full Time: October 2013-December 16, 2016

Primary care provider in a fast-paced family practice that has a strong focus on disease states of the endocrine system as well. Involved in all aspects of patient care across the lifespan, including; detailed history, physical examinations, development and implementation of treatment plans, prescription medications, ordering and interpretation of laboratory tests and diagnostic studies, as well as in-office procedures.

During these three years, I worked independently as the sole Physician Assistant every Wednesday and over holidays, while the supervising Physician is not in office.

Procedures I routinely perform in office include trigger point injections, knee joint injections, shoulder injections, tendon sheath injections, wound closure with sutures, toenail removal with digital block, punch biopsy. I perform an average of 40-50 HRT pellet insertions a week. I also interpret all EKGs and x-rays.

Complete appropriate documentation of all evaluations, care, and services rendered in the medical record.

Education

Lincoln Memorial University- DCOM

Master of Medicine- Physician Assistant Studies

May, 2011- August, 2013

Clinical Rotations- Cardiology, Emergency Medicine, Internal Medicine, General Surgery, Family Medicine, Orthopedics, Pediatrics, Obstetrics and Gynecology

Middle Tennessee State University

Bachelor of Science in Biology

August, 2007- May, 2011

Certifications

Georgia State Medical License, 2013-Present

License No: 7066

Expiration- 4/30/2023

NCCPA Board Certified, 2013-Present

Current DEA license

Expiration- 12/31/2023

Basic Life Support (BLS), 2012-Present

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), 2012-Present

Professional Memberships

American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA), 2011-Present

Georgia Association of Physician Assistants (GAPA), 2013-Present

Skills

Endoscopic Vein Harvesting, Chest tube removal, Balloon Pump removal, First Assist in Surgery, Laceration repair via sutures and staples, CPR, Cast/Splint Application, Major Joint Injection, Trigger Point Injections, IV starts, Foley Catheterization, Aseptic Technique, Perform/Interpret EKGs, Pelvic Exam, Pap Smear, Culture Collection, Immunizations, Lesion Excision/Biopsy, Suture/Staple Removal, Radiologic Studies Interpretation, Punch/Shave Biopsy, and Fetal Ultrasound with Doppler.

References

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