Ashley Valcin

• Conducted rounds with physicians on hospitalized patients to provide updates on progress and discuss treatments.
• Maintained accurate records of patient visits using electronic health record systems.
• Assisted in cardiothoracic operations by suturing, knot tying, retracting, utilizing the Bovie and directing the camera.

• Performed physical examinations and assessments of patients.
• Developed individualized treatment plans for each patient based on assessment results, medical history and current condition.
• Monitored the progress of chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, obesity, providing guidance on diet, exercise and medication regimens.

• Performed rounds in the hospital setting to assess patient progress, follow-up with physicians, and coordinate care between multiple disciplines.
• Discussed histories and current symptoms or complaints with every patient.
• Examined as many as 10 patients per day in fast-paced clinical environment.

· Served as a key member of an interdisciplinary healthcare team for a busy family medical practice while assisting 1 DO and 3 NPs to ensure optimal patient care and smooth daily functioning of office by using various EHRs (Epic, NextGen) and Microsoft Office to enter nursing home data, detailed office records, patient documentation, and chart reconciliation.

· Performed preliminary physical tests by recording patient blood pressure, weight, temperature, EKGs and administering injections for up to 40 patients daily. Additionally, assumed the role of documenting patient history summary and confirming purpose of visit.

· Support health care providers in real-time by completing documentation and creating summaries of clinic visits, detailing: patient histories, exams, radiographic findings, assessments, and treatment plans.

· Effectively utilize DAX proprietary software to document medical data of over 2,000 patients.