Physician Assistant
Resume:
LARINDA M. OGAWA, PA-S
Columbus, GA 31909
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OBJECTIVE:
To obtain a position as a dermatology Physician Assistant in a reputable medical facility with an opportunity to continue enhancing my skills and knowledge as part of an integrated medical team.
EDUCATION:
Interservice Physician Assistant Program Ft Benning, GA
MS degree in Physician Assistant Studies- Expected graduation Sep 2011 Aug 2010- Present
Current GPA: 3.5/4.0
University of Nebraska Medical Center San Antonio, TX
BS-August 2010 Aug 2009-Aug 2010
Pierce Community College Steilacoom, WA
Associate of Arts- Oct 2008 Oct 2006 - May 2009
Honors: Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society
EXPERIENCE:
Interservice Physician Assistant Program Ft. Benning, GA
PA Student in Dermatology Clinic Mar 2011-Apr 2011
Assisted with Mohs surgery, laser hair removal with Broad Band Light and Intense Pulse Light, and chemical peels. First-hand experience with skin suturing, skin scraping, preparing and identifying KOH slides, punch biopsies, numerous suture closures, excisional biopsies, nerve blocks, local anesthetic injections, and cryotherapy.
US Army Reserves Ft Lewis, WA
Health Care Non-Commissioned Officer, Nov 2005- Jul 2009
Medical & Trauma Lane Observer/Controller Trainer
Responsible for the medical training of deploying Army Reservists and National Guardsmen, which included management of combat trauma related injuries, initiation of intravenous fluids, and the maneuvering of medical support in different tactile situations. Provided medical coverage for public relations events and Army training. Certified non-healthcare personnel in basic life support.
US Army Kitzingen, Germany & Ft Lewis, WA
Health Care Non-Commissioned Officer Nov 2001- Nov 2005
Deployed to Iraq and worked as part of an integrated medical team which provided medical treatment to both trauma/acute and routine patients. Managed a team of medical personnel, distributed assignments/duties, maintained accountability of stocked medical supplies and equipment, and ensured medical skills of team remained current. Assisted in the start-up of several aid stations while assigned to extended field training events. Responsible for assessing and triaging patients.
BOARD CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSURE:
Emergency Medical Technician-Basic, 2002
American Heart Association BLS, 2002
Advanced Care Life Support, 2011
Pediatric Advanced Life Support, 2011
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS:
US Army Reserves, Member
American Academy of Physician Assistants, Student Member
Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants, Student Member
REFERENCES:
John S. Peters, DO, FAAD John Williams, MD
Chief of Dept of Medicine & Dermatology MAJ, US Army Medical Command
Ft Benning, GA General Surgery, Ft Benning, GA
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Emily Clay, MD
Dept of Family Medicine
Ft Benning, GA
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Additional references available upon request
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