Physician Assistant

Sara Pelletier

310-***-**** ************@*****.*** 6130 Woodland Hills, CA

EDUCATION

Master of Physician Assistant Studies, Touro University California August 2020 - Present

Master of Public Health, Touro University California August 2020 - Present

Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology, Penn State University May 2017

OBJECTIVE

A highly motivated and team oriented future Physician Assistant student with an extensive background in cardiology and passion for Cardiothoracic Surgery. Although I only have 3 months experience in Cardiothoracic surgery, I was able to first assist on CABG, valvular and vascular cases and gained hands on experience endoscopic vein harvesting. I spent time after hours in the ICU learning how to manage patients in the postoperative setting and took initiative to learn how to perform surgical consults and follow up care. I am a fast learner and highly adaptable and hope to start my career learning how to be a valuable asset to a cardiothoracic surgical team. My date of graduation is May 22nd 2023 and I anticipate being full board certified after completing the PANCE certification exam May 27th 2023. My goal is to obtain a fulltime cardiothoracic surgery PA position starting in Summer 2023.

CLINICAL TRAINING (Feb 2021-March 2023)

Skills:

EKG interpretation

First and Second Assist on surgical cases

Vital signs assessment

Point of Care Ultrasound

Interpretation of labs and diagnostic studies

Strong oral and written communication skills

Epic and Athena EMR experience

Strong Work Ethic and detail oriented

Assisting in bedside procedures

Strong collaborative and problem-solving skills

Multitasking and time management

Participation in daily interdisciplinary rounds

Procedures:

Suturing; placement and removal

Endoscopic Vein Harvesting experience

Chest tube removal

Foley catheter placement and removal

Incision and Drainage

Lumbar punctures

Bone Marrow Biopsies

Peripheral IV placement

Toenail Removal

Joint injections (shoulder, knee)

IM/SubQ/Intradermal Injections

Splinting

Rotations:

Cardiothoracic Surgery (2 Rotations)

Date: May 2022 – Aug 2022

Site: Baylor, St. Luke Hospital – Houston, TX

Cardiology

Date: Feb 2022 – Mar 2022

Site: Temecula Valley Cardiology – Temecula, CA

Urgent Care

Date: Mar 2022 – May 2022

Site: Carbon Health – Echo Park, CA

Family Medicine

Date: Aug 2022 – Sep 2022

Site: Living Water Clinic – Porterville, CA

Emergency Medicine

Date: Sept 2022 – Nov 2022

Site: Tucson Medical Center – Tucson, AZ

Pediatric Oncology

Date: Nov 2022 – Dec 2022

Site: Children’s Hospital Los Angeles – Los Angeles, CA

Obstetrics & Gynecology

Date: Feb 2023 – Mar 2023

Site: Women’s Health Associates of Southern Nevada – Las Vegas, NV

PUBLIC HEALTH EXPERIENCE

Roots Community Health initiative, Oakland CA Dec 2022 – Feb 2023

Conducted research through data analysis and interviews to determine the efficacy of housing placement among formerly incarcerated individuals enrolled in the Safe Landing Program at Roots Community Health Clinic in Oakland, CA.

Created a housing framework to address the housing needs for the formerly incarcerated population in Santa Rita Jail.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Cardiac Stress Technician, Wellspan Hospital, York PA Aug 2019 – July 2020

Conducted stress tests for non-invasive cardiology patients at Wellspan York hospital and an outpatient clinic.

Took patient medical history and determined the appropriateness of test and assess physical ability of patients.

Performed and interpreted electrocardiograms as well as identified abnormalities on stress electrocardiograms.

Nursing Assistant, Cardiac step-down unit - Wellspan Hospital, York PA Aug 2018 – July 2020

Facilitated routine point of care testing for patients including vital signs, EKGs, bladder scans, and specimen collection.

Collaborated with Nurses, Technicians, Physical therapists to provide care to patients recovering from open heart surgery.

Ensured medical record documentation is accurate and entered in a timely manner.

Electrophysiology Clinical Research Coordinator, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston MA Oct 2017 – Jul 2018

Screened patients for enrollment into sponsor and PI initiated trials for atrial fibrillation surgical devices.

Performed vital signs, Holter monitoring applications and clinical duties as needed per study protocols.

Collected data during procedures and completed NIH stroke scale assessments with patients pre and post procedure.

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

Crisis Text counselor Dec 2020 - Present

Powerlifting referee and meet volunteer Sept 2015 – Present Touro University California Student Run Free Clinic Volunteer Dec 2021

CERTIFICATIONS

Basic Life Support – American Heart Association Date obtained Nov 2021 – Date Expires Nov 2023

Advanced Cardiac Life Support – American Heart Association Date obtained Nov 2021 – Date Expires Nov 2023

ADCES Diabetes Prevention Program Lifestyle Coach Date obtained Nov 2021

Narcan Training through Drug Safe Solano Date obtained Dec 2021

Safe Zone Training Date obtained Apr 2021

MEMBERSHIPS

American Academy of Physician Assistant Current active member since 2020

California Academy of Physician Assistants Current active member since 2020

Association of Physician Assistants in Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery Current active member since 2023

LICENSES

Certified Public Health Professional (NBPHE ID #CPH304136) Certified Jan 2022 NCCPA Certification Exam and State License Eligible Anticipated exam date May 27 2022

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