Amber Gipple
Davenport,IA
Summary
Experienced Physician Assistant with a track record of effective communication and clinical decision-making. Skilled in patient assessments, treatment planning, and team collaboration to enhance patient care and education.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physician Assistant
UnityPoint Health Trinity Emergency Department
Bettendorf, IA, Rock Island, IL, Moline, IL
11.2017 - Current
- Provided direct patient care in the Emergency Department, including assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of acute illnesses and injuries.
- Performed detailed history and physical examinations on patients of all ages.
- Reviewed patient files to assess medical histories, previous treatments, and medication regimens, ensuring comprehensive understanding for informed decision-making.
- Determined appropriate imaging and laboratory exams needed based on symptoms presented.
- Interpreted laboratory and imaging results, developed diagnoses and treatment plans
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatment plans based on evolving needs, enhancing patient outcomes and care continuity.
- Performed suturing, incising and draining cysts and abscesses, wound care and debridement.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Collaborated with supervising physicians and multidisciplinary consultants in order to provide optimal patient outcomes.
Support Staff
Handicapped Development Center
Davenport, Iowa
07.2012 - 05.2015
- Promoted independence of mentally and physically disabled individuals of all ages to achieve their highest level of functionality in a positive and encouraging manner.
- Performed in-home care while assisting with daily grooming, household chores, meal preparation, and dispended medications.
- Prepared and maintained records of client progress and services performed, reporting changes in client condition to supervisor.
Education
Master of Science - Physician Assistant Studies
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
Carbondale, IL08-2017
Bachelor of Science - Biology
St. Ambrose University
Davenport, IA05-2015
Skills
- Clinical decision making
- Assessment and treatment planning
- Patient education
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Empathetic listening
- Compassionate care
- Dependable and responsible
Certification
- Basic Life Support
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Iowa Physician Assistant License
- Iowa Controlled Substance License
- Iowa DEA License
- Illinois Physician Assistant License
- Illinois Controlled Substance License
- Illinois DEA License
Timeline
Physician Assistant
UnityPoint Health Trinity Emergency Department
11.2017 - Current
Support Staff
Handicapped Development Center
07.2012 - 05.2015
Master of Science - Physician Assistant Studies
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
Bachelor of Science - Biology
St. Ambrose University