ANNA BARRON
Syracuse
Summary
Motivated Physician Assistant Student with hands-on clinical experience in patient care. Strengths include diagnostic skills, ability to perform medical procedures, and aptitude for learning new medical technologies. Previous roles have highlighted commitment to compassionate care, effective communication with healthcare team members, and impact on patient health outcomes. Demonstrates keen interest in expanding professional knowledge and improving patient well-being.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PA Student
St. Joseph's Health
01.2026 - Current
- Assisted in pre- and post-operative management for patients requiring general surgical interventions.
- Participated in OR procedures, inpatient rounding, wound evaluation, drain management, and postoperative follow-ups.
- Strengthened skills in clinical documentation, surgical assessment, and multidisciplinary communication.
PA Student
Humera S. Syeda, MD
11.2025 - 12.2025
- Performed pelvic exams, Pap smears, biopsies, colposcopies, and IUD insertions; assisted with hysteroscopy and NST interpretation.
- Conducted prenatal/postpartum visits, fetal heart tone assessment, and OB/GYN ultrasounds.
- Managed PID, abnormal uterine bleeding, pelvic pain, PCOS, menopause/perimenopause, and preeclampsia.
- Provided STI and contraceptive counseling, GBS testing, and abnormal Pap counseling.
- Documented OB/GYN visits and reviewed patient charts using Medent EMR.
PA Student
Oswego Hospital
09.2025 - 10.2025
- Conducted inpatient consults and outpatient cardiology evaluations, developing care plans for arrhythmias, heart failure, hypertension, and acute coronary syndromes.
- Performed and assisted with daily cardioversions; interpreted EKGs and Holter monitors; identified murmurs and valvular disease.
- Evaluated chest pain and acute MI presentations; determined indications for stress testing, echocardiography, and urgent cath lab referral.
- Strengthened clinical judgment in managing complex cardiovascular conditions.
PA Student
Lewis County General Hospital
08.2025 - 09.2025
- Performed rapid patient assessments and formulated differentials in a rural ED across all age groups.
- Completed procedures including suturing, splinting, vaginal and rectal exams, and managing psychiatric and addiction-related emergencies.
- Ordered labs, CT, MRI, and X-ray; interpreted imaging alongside lab findings to guide acute care decisions.
- Assisted in pharmaceutical and electrical cardioversion; coordinated transfers to higher-level facilities.
- Documented thoroughly and developed proficiency in Meditech EMR.
Medical Assistant
Community Care Physicians
05.2023 - 08.2024
- Performed patient intake, vitals, phlebotomy, medication reconciliation, and clinical support in a busy outpatient practice.
- Assisted with procedures, roomed patients, managed documentation, and supported exam workflows.
- Provided patient education and maintained a patient-centered, efficient clinical environment.
Medication Historian
St. Peter's Health Partners
05.2022 - 12.2023
- Completed accurate medication histories for ED and inpatient admissions.
- Collaborated with clinicians to optimize medication safety and reconciliation.
- Improved accuracy of EMR documentation and patient transitions of care.
Medical Technician
Albany Center for Independent Living
05.2021 - 06.2022
- Assisted patients with ADLs, medication reminders, vitals, and general health monitoring.
- Developed strong interpersonal and hands-on care skills in a residential setting.
Education
Master of Science - Physician Assistant Studies
Le Moyne College
Syracuse, NY08.2026
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Le Moyne College
Syracuse, NY05.2024
Skills
- Diagnostics and assessment
- Surgical assistance
- Medical terminology
- Emergency care
- Care plan development
- Patient assessment and evaluation
- Differential diagnosis
- EKG interpretation
- Acute and chronic care management
- Medication management
- Suturing and splinting
- Pelvic exams and biopsies
- Cardioversion (electrical and pharmacologic)
- Phlebotomy and wound care
- Electronic medical records: Meditech, Medent, Epic exposure
- Imaging interpretation: CT, MRI, X-ray
- Vital signs and bedside assessments
- Patient education and advocacy
- Cultural competency and empathy
- Team collaboration and multidisciplinary communication
- Clinical documentation and decision making
- Direct patient care and treatment planning
Websites
Professional Interests
- Cardiology
- Emergency Medicine
- Women's Health
- Urgent Care
- Endocrinology
Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), 07/27
- Basic Life Support (BLS), 03/27
Expected Graduation
08/26
References
Available upon request
Clinical Skills
Differential diagnosis, EKG interpretation, NST interpretation, Acute care evaluation, Chronic disease management, Medication management, Suturing, Splinting, Pelvic exams, Biopsies, IUD insertions, Cardioversion assistance, Phlebotomy, Wound care, Electronic Medical Record: Meditech, Medent, Epic/Cerner exposure, Imaging interpretation: CT, MRI, X-ray (ED rotation), Vital signs & bedside assessments, Patient education, Cultural competency, Empathy & professionalism, Team collaboration, Clinical documentation, Patient advocacy, Adaptability in high-acuity settings
Additional Healthcare Experience
- Medical Assistant, Community Care Physicians, 05/23, 08/24, Performed patient intake, vitals, phlebotomy, medication reconciliation, and clinical support in a busy outpatient practice., Assisted with procedures, roomed patients, managed documentation, and supported exam workflows., Provided patient education and maintained a patient-centered, efficient clinical environment.
- Medication Historian, St. Peter's Health Partners, 05/22, 12/23, Completed accurate medication histories for ED and inpatient admissions., Collaborated with clinicians to optimize medication safety and reconciliation., Improved accuracy of EMR documentation and patient transitions of care.
- Medical Technician, Albany Center for Independent Living, 05/21, 06/22, Assisted patients with ADLs, medication reminders, vitals, and general health monitoring., Developed strong interpersonal and hands-on care skills in a residential setting.
Timeline
PA Student
St. Joseph's Health
01.2026 - Current
PA Student
Humera S. Syeda, MD
11.2025 - 12.2025
PA Student
Oswego Hospital
09.2025 - 10.2025
PA Student
Lewis County General Hospital
08.2025 - 09.2025
Medical Assistant
Community Care Physicians
05.2023 - 08.2024
Medication Historian
St. Peter's Health Partners
05.2022 - 12.2023
Medical Technician
Albany Center for Independent Living
05.2021 - 06.2022
Master of Science - Physician Assistant Studies
Le Moyne College
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Le Moyne College