Susmitha Santhosh, PA-C

McKinney, TX *****

advcaj@r.postjobfree.com

516-***-****

Professional Summary:

Experienced Physician Assistant with excellent clinical and diagnostic skills with a passion for health, wellness and preventative care. Compassionate and culturally sensitive professional who is dedicated to integrity and collaborative efforts. Proficient multitasker with great interpersonal skills seeking an opportunity to grow as a Physician Assistant.

Education:

Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies (MSPAS) with Distinction May 2018

New York Institute of Technology, Old Westbury, NY

Bachelor of Science (BS) in Life Sciences May 2016

New York Institute of Technology, Old Westbury, NY

Professional Clinical Experience:

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center Plano Oct 2021-Present

Department of Internal Medicine

Hospitalist/Intensivist PA-C

Manage and initiate medical therapy for acute illnesses as well as chronic conditions such as HTN, Diabetes, Atrial Fibrillation, CHF, Asthma, COPD, Seizures, Migraines etc.

Review patient’s current clinical condition by obtaining H&P’s, vitals, current complaints and case details to fully understand symptoms and accurately assess conditions

Update medical records and review medical histories/charts as needed

Order laboratory /radiology studies, perform physical assessment and consult specialists to help diagnose and treat patients

Manage critical patients overnight including rapid responses, respond to urgent nursing pages, initiate appropriate therapeutic and diagnostic intervention for patients as well as handle social issues

Collaborate closely with on call physician and other fellow medical team members by communicating and sharing knowledge to provide quality patient care

Develop a good rapport with patients and family members and encourage them to participate in their care

Sufficient computer skills to effectively utilize Epic EMR

Northwell Health LIJ Valley Stream May 2020-June 2021

Department of Emergency Medicine

Per-Diem Emergency Medicine PA-C

Perform History & Physical exams on patients

Order Laboratory and radiology studies and interpret results

Perform procedures such as suture repairs, I&D, splinting

Develop appropriate differential diagnoses, treatment plans and dispositions

Sufficient computer skills to effectively utilize Sunrise EMR

Queens Hospital Center Oct 2018-June 2021

Department of Emergency Medicine

Emergency Medicine PA-C

Perform History & Physical exams on patients

Order laboratory and radiology studies and interpret results

Diagnose and treat a variety of diseases in an emergency medicine setting

Develop appropriate differential diagnoses, treatment plans and dispositions

Administer and prescribe appropriate courses of treatment

Monitor patient conditions, progress and re-evaluate treatments as necessary

Develop a good rapport with patients and encourage them to participate in their care

Perform procedures such as suture repairs and removals, I&D, splinting and foreign body removal

Follow up and interpret abnormal labs, culture results, radiology results and call patients to follow up their progress after their ER visits

Clinical Preceptor for PA students

Sufficient computer skills to effectively utilize Epic EMR

Rotate through the Main Emergency Department, Triage, Urgent Care and the Observation Unit

Academic Clinical Experience: May 2017 – Apr 2018

Internal Medicine: Dr. Charles Mitgang, Rockville Centre, NY

Family Practice: Dr. Charlie Gambino, Sea Cliff, NY

General Surgery: Long Island Jewish Hospital, New Hyde Park, NY

Obstetrics and Gynecology: St. Barnabas Hospital, Bronx, NY

Emergency Medicine: Mt. Sinai Hospital, Queens, NY

Psychiatry: North Shore University Hospital, Manhasset, NY

Orthopedic Surgery: Northwell Syosset, NY

Pediatrics: Bellmore Pediatrics, Bellmore, NY

Dermatology: Ms. Kramerman PA-C, Forest Hills, NY

Certifications:

American Heart Association: Advanced Cardiac Life Support Feb 2017 – April 2023

American Heart Association: Basic Life Support Feb 2017 – Oct 2023

American Heart Association: Pediatric Advanced Life Support Aug 2018 – Sept 2022

Infection Control Certification Feb 2015 – Present

Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative Certification Sep 2016 – Sep 2019

Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act Jun 2015 – Present

New York State Child Abuse and Neglect Certification Nov 2015 – Present

Physician Assistant Certification Jul 2018 – Aug 2023

Professional Affiliations / Service:

American Academy of Physician Assistants Jun 2014 – Present

New York State Society of Physician Assistants Jun 2014 – Present

The Texas Physician Assistant Board March 2021 – Present

Additional Skills: Fluent in English, Malayalam and familiar with Spanish

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