Highly personable, driven and team-oriented physician assistant who is passionate about improving access to quality care for everyone.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physician Assistant, Gastroenterology
Gastroenterology Assoicates
Providence, RI
10.2022 - Current
Conducted patient assessments and physical examinations, ordering and interpreting laboratory tests and diagnostic studies.
Provided diagnosis and treatment of acute illnesses, injuries, and chronic diseases.
Developed treatment plans, patient education and preventative care for patients with gastrointestinal conditions.
Assessed need for endoscopic evaluation, diagnostic imaging and procedures.
Participated in multidisciplinary team to discuss complex cases; collaborated with other healthcare providers.
Physician Assistant, Orthopaedic Surgery
Alameda Health System
Alameda, CA
08.2019 - 01.2021
First assist in spine surgery, sports medicine, trauma, and joint replacements.
Managed complex surgical patients in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Competent in suturing, wound care, tube management, medication management, patient education, laceration repairs, casting, interpreting labs and diagnostic imaging.
Performed comprehensive patient exams and assessments to formulate, implement and continuously update individualized plans of care.
Head of Sailing and Rock Climbing Instructor
Cal Adventures
Berkeley, CA
05.2017 - 08.2017
Facilitated sailing lessons for ages 6-18 in the San Francisco Bay; taught skills and safety protocols and led team-building strategies during training.
Educated climbers on technical skills and risk management for bouldering and lead climbing.
EMT-Basic
Superior Ambulance
Chicago, IL
08.2014 - 07.2016
Provided Basic Life Support for ambulance patients in the greater Chicago area, communicated with patients and family in high-stress environment.
Managed documentation and protocols for ambulance team.
Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
Education
Master of Science - Master of Physician Assistant Practice
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA
05.2019
Bachelor of Arts - World Religion
Colorado College
Colorado Springs, CO
05.2014
Certification
American Academy of Physician Assistants, California Academy of Physician Assistants, Canadian Association of Physician Assistants
Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Waiver X- Buprenorphine waiver training
Timeline
Physician Assistant, Gastroenterology
Gastroenterology Assoicates
10.2022 - Current
Physician Assistant, Orthopaedic Surgery
Alameda Health System
08.2019 - 01.2021
Head of Sailing and Rock Climbing Instructor
Cal Adventures
05.2017 - 08.2017
EMT-Basic
Superior Ambulance
08.2014 - 07.2016
Master of Science - Master of Physician Assistant Practice