Amanda Valdivia
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Physician Assistant candidate, graduating in December 2025, with extensive hands-on clinical experience across primary care, psychiatry, emergency medicine, internal medicine, surgery, OB/GYN, and pediatrics. Skilled in performing diagnostic evaluations, developing evidence-based treatment plans, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes. Proficient in medical procedures and infection control, consistently delivering safe, patient-centered care. Active Student Diversity Committee Representative, demonstrating a strong commitment to inclusive healthcare and fostering diverse learning environments. Motivated to pursue continuous learning, clinical excellence, and innovative solutions in dynamic healthcare settings.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Volunteer Phlebotomist/Front Desk Clerk
U.S. Naval Hospital Okinawa
10.2021 - 06.2023
- Provided excellent patient service and support, demonstrating strong telephone and customer service skills; efficiently addressed concerns and ensured patient satisfaction.
- Experienced in CHCS, accessioning patient samples, and collecting blood from 50+ patients daily (infants to geriatric) via heel sticks, venipuncture, and capillary punctures.
Phlebotomist/Plasma Processor/Designated Trainer
Biomat, Inc.
02.2020 - 10.2020
- Collected and processed an average of 40 plasma units daily via venipuncture and capillary puncture, trained new associates, and managed sample labeling, freezing, and shipping according to SOPs.
Education
Master of Science - Physician Assistant Studies
University of the Cumberlands, Northern Kentucky Campus
Florence, KY12.2025
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology and Cell Science, Minor in Pathogenesis
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL01.2022
Skills
- Organized and efficient
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Adaptability and dependability
- Clinical Decision-Making
Accomplishments
• Q3 Volunteer of the the Quarter 2022
• Gold Presidential Volunteer Service award 2021
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) | Issued Nov 2024, Renewal Nov 2026
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) | Issued Nov 2024, Renewal Nov 2026
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) | Issued Nov 2024, Renewal Nov 2026
- American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA)
LANGUAGES
Spanish — Intermediate
Timeline
Volunteer Phlebotomist/Front Desk Clerk
U.S. Naval Hospital Okinawa
10.2021 - 06.2023
Phlebotomist/Plasma Processor/Designated Trainer
Biomat, Inc.
02.2020 - 10.2020
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology and Cell Science, Minor in Pathogenesis
University of Florida
Master of Science - Physician Assistant Studies
University of the Cumberlands, Northern Kentucky Campus
CLINICAL EXPERIENCES
Elective in Psychiatry October 2025
Ashley Meadows, APRN | St- Elizabeth Physicians Primary Care/Pediatrics | Greendale, IN
- Performed psychiatric interviews, mental status exams and participated in behavioral interventions, counseling, and medication management in an outpatient setting.
Emergency Medicine September 2025
Amanda Spillman,PA-C | St-Elizabeth Emergency Department | Edgewood, KY
- Facilitated triage and care of urgent and emergent complaints, managing and treating 10–15 patients per shift.
- Collaborated with an interprofessional team to provide EKG, ultrasound, CPR care, and intubation.
Surgery August 2025
Zachary Dedden, PA-C | St- Elizabeth Physicians Orthopedic Surgery l Florence,KY
- Assisted in orthopedic total knee and hip replacement surgeries, performed post-operative suturing and care.
Internal Medicine July 2025
Oluseun Medeyinlo, MD | Critical Care Pulmonology St- Elizabeth Hospital | Edgewood, KY
- Participated in ICU interprofessional rounds, monitored patients’ progress, and documented detailed H&P notes.
- Evaluated outpatient pulmonology chronic conditions with ABG interpretation and imaging review.
OB/GYN Women’s Health June 2025
Anne-Spicer Adams, PA-C | Woman Care LLC | Jeffersonville, IN
- Managed an average of 15 patients per day in outpatient gynecology, performing PAPs, pelvic and breast exams, fundal height measurements, fetal heart tone assessments.
Internal Medicine May 2025
Seth Mcdonald, PA-C | Critical Care Pulmonology St-Elizabeth Hospital | Edgewood, KY
- Prepared and assisted with central vein catheter and arterial line placements, closely monitored patients’ progress.
Family Medicine March-April 2025
Florence Paragas,MD | Primary Care Physicians of Hampton Roads | Chesapeake,VA
- Educated 10–15 adult and geriatric patients per day on healthy practices, health maintenance, vaccinations, and medication compliance.
- Interviewed and examined patients, utilizing the EMR to document comprehensive SOAP notes for acute and chronic complaints, new patient visits, annual wellness exams, and follow-up appointments.
Pediatrics February 2025
Chad Fite , MD | ARH Medical Associates/Tug Valley ARH South | Williamson, KY
- Assessed 40 patients a day with comprehensive physical exams to infants and children ages 1-18.
- Reviewed immunization records, managed patient care during well-child visits, sport physicals, sick visits, and injury visits.
Psychiatry January 2025
Candy Gibson APRN | Northkey | Florence, KY
- Monitored assessment and administered therapeutic injections to patients in a psychiatric outpatient setting.