Ashley Bridges
Chatham,IL
Summary
Exceptionally qualified Physician Assistant experienced as surgical first assistant in busy medical facility. Well-developed in patient observation, assessment, and examination with just under 7 years of clinical experience. Compassionate healthcare provider and excellent problem solver.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Orthopedic Physician Assistant
Springfield Clinic Orthopedics
Springfield, IL
08.2016 - Current
- Performed thorough evaluations and diagnosed conditions related to the hip, shoulder, and knee joints.
- Interpreted x-rays, laboratory results, MRI investigations, and ultrasounds and explained findings to the patients.
- Implemented treatment plans to resolve problems or help manage symptoms including over-the-counter pain analgesics, nutraceuticals, cortisone injections, and viscosupplementation.
- Educated patients on the natural course of orthopedic issues, weight management, activity modifications, and smoking cessation.
- Reviewed all information regarding total joint arthroplasty with the patient and scheduled surgical intervention.
- Referred to and consulted with physicians and other healthcare providers on patient care.
- Coordinated admissions and transfers in collaboration with supervising attending physician.
- Evaluated patients throughout the course of their postoperative recovery.
- Functioned as a first assist in surgery and performed closure of the wound with sutures, dermabond, staples, and steri-strips.
- Educated patients and families on correct administration of pain medications to avoid adverse reactions and over-use.
- Entered orders for postoperative care while in the hospital after their surgery.
- Performed rounds on patients while admitted in the hospital, entered progress notes, and provided discharge orders.
Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant
Memorial Medical Center
Springfield, IL
08.2015 - 07.2016
- Diagnosed and treated patients suffering from acute conditions.
- Interviewed patients concerning physical complaints, discussed symptoms, asked questions and suggested treatment options.
- Rapidly analyzed and responded to critical situations such as cardiovascular, abdominal and neurological in emergency situations.
- Performed blood draw, inserted IVs, and provided injections as clinically indicated.
- Teamed with other physicians, specialists and health care providers to provide well-rounded care for complex cases.
- Educated patients and families on correct administration of pain medications to avoid adverse reactions and over-use.
- Performed splints for stabilization until follow up with orthopedics.
- Referred patients to community resources.
- Initiated transfer of patients to emergency department when care needs exceeded level of care available at an urgent care facility.
- Applied and removed casts, sutured soft tissue injuries, and changed dressings.
- Performed gynecologic exams on pregnant and non-pregnant patients.
Education
Master of Science - Physician Assistant Studies
Southern Illinois University Carbondale
Carbondale, IL08.2015
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology, Cellular And Molecular Biology
Southeast Missouri State University
Cape Girardeau, MO05.2011
Skills
- Direct Patient Care
- Interpreting Laboratory Results
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Patient Diagnosing
- Therapeutic Interventions
- Wound Care
- Intra-articular Injections/aspirations
- Pre-Operative Evaluations
- Interpreting Images
- Surgery
- Total Joint Replacements
Certification
American Academy of Physician Assistants
- State of Illinois October 2015
- License Number 085005689
Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
- Physician Assistant Controlled Substance October 2015
- License Number
American Heart Association
- Healthcare Provider (BLS) July 2022
Hospital Privileges
- Springfield Memorial Hospital
- St. John's Hospital
- Taylorville Memorial Hospital
Timeline
Orthopedic Physician Assistant
Springfield Clinic Orthopedics
08.2016 - Current
Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant
Memorial Medical Center
08.2015 - 07.2016
Master of Science - Physician Assistant Studies
Southern Illinois University Carbondale
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology, Cellular And Molecular Biology
Southeast Missouri State University