Abbie Port
Central City,IA
Summary
Enthusiastic, certified physician assistant eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in Dermatology. History of improving patient care through hands-on and knowledgeable work; focused on assessing conditions, conducting tests and performing minor procedures. Diagnose and educate patients about medical concerns while implementing evidence-based treatment plans.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Physician Assistant
UnityPoint Clinic: Northridge Family Medicine
Hiawatha, IA
10.2009 - Current
- Performed non-invasive procedures in office, including but not limited to punch biopsies, excisional biopsies, excision of sebaceous and epidermal inclusion cysts, incision and drainage of abscess, packing and wound care. Evaluation and suggested treatments for acute/ chronic rashes and management of acne and other chronic skin conditions.
- Documented full medical histories, treatment progress and evaluation data in EHR (Epic and Allscripts).
- Effectively reduced symptoms and treated underlying conditions by prescribing targeted medications and therapies.
- Used various medical technology to monitor and control patients' condition in remote telemedicine situation.
- Addressed patient calls and patient portal messages to best respond to questions concerning treatment, symptoms and medication management.
- Worked in direct collaboration with other physicians and referred patients accordingly to best support health care needs.
- Administered well-child and adult health maintenance exams and managed chronic health conditions.
Clerical Associate
St. Luke's Hospital
Cedar Rapids, IA
03.2005 - 05.2007
- Interacted with patients by phone, email or in-person to provide appointment information.
- Welcomed office visitors and alerted staff to arrivals of scheduled appointments.
- Coordinated, scheduled and arranged patient appointments at St. Luke's Family Counseling Center
Certified Nurse Assistant
Bickford Cottage Assisted Living
Marion, IA
02.2005 - 03.2006
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Maintained standards for individualized care in a multi-bed unit by continuously checking in with patients and families and quickly providing care.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Education
Masters in Physician Assistant Studies - Physician Assistant
Des Moines University
Des Moines, IA2009
Bachelor of Science - Biology Major
Mt Mercy University
Cedar Rapids2007
Skills
- Preventive care
- Minimally, non-invasive surgical procedures
- Incisions and drainage
- Patient Management
- Managing prescription refills
- Completing examinations
- Performing procedures
- Diagnosing conditions
- EMR / EHR
- Educating patients
- Direct Patient Care
Certification
- Certified Physician Assistant
- State of Iowa License
- DEA
- State of Iowa Controlled Substances Certificate
- BLS
- Certified in Placement and Removal of Nexplanon
Hobbies
Hobbies include sand volleyball, traveling with family and have a love for live music
Timeline
Certified Physician Assistant
UnityPoint Clinic: Northridge Family Medicine
10.2009 - Current
Clerical Associate
St. Luke's Hospital
03.2005 - 05.2007
Certified Nurse Assistant
Bickford Cottage Assisted Living
02.2005 - 03.2006
Masters in Physician Assistant Studies - Physician Assistant
Des Moines University
Bachelor of Science - Biology Major
Mt Mercy University