Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Timeline

Camron Matthews

Utah Eye Centers
Ogden,UT
5
years of professional experience

Dedicated Physician Assistant Student with clinical experience in managing complex, multi-system conditions in high-acuity environments. Skilled in comprehensive diagnostic workups and interdisciplinary team collaboration to streamline care coordination and optimize patient outcomes.

Work History

Ophthalmic Technician/Scribe

1 Year 6 Months
Utah Eye Centers | 05.2023 - 11.2024
  • Assisted in performing diagnostic tests, including visual field and tonometry assessments.
  • Conducted preliminary patient assessments and gathered medical history for ophthalmic evaluations.
  • Educated patients on post-operative care and provided instructions for eye health management.

Lead Medication Technician

2 Years
Chancellor Gardens Assisted Living | 04.2021 - 04.2023
  • Administered medications to residents, ensuring adherence to prescribed schedules and protocols.
  • Trained and mentored staff on medication administration best practices and safety standards.
  • Promoted a culture of accountability through regular audits of medication administration practices and documentation.

Human Anatomy Lab Instructor

4 Months
Weber State University | 01.2022 - 05.2022
  • Taught a class of students human anatomy on a human cadaver patient
  • Evaluated student performance through assessments, providing constructive feedback to promote learning.
  • Precise dissection of the human cadaver patient with assistance from colleagues

Certified Nursing Assistant/Medication Technician

11 Months
Sunridge Assisted Living | 05.2020 - 04.2021
  • Assisted residents with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for prompt care adjustments.
  • Executed administration of prescribed medications to patients with precision and efficiency.

Education

Master of Physician Assistant Medicine

Weber State University | Ogden, UT | 12-2026

Clinical Education Experience

Primary Care - Wasatch Peak Family Practice | January - April 2026 (12 weeks)

Conducted focused and complete physical examinations, gathered detailed medical histories, and evaluated acute and chronic conditions across diverse patient demographics.

• Collaborated with supervising physicians to formulate evidence-based treatment plans for chronic illnesses

• Assisted in and performed routine office-based procedures, such as joint injections, cryotherapy, skin biopsies, and simple laceration repairs under direct supervision.

Internal Medicine - CommonSpirit Holy Cross Hospital | May - July 2026 (12 weeks)

Formulated daily assessment and plan interventions for complex, multi-system acute illnesses, including sepsis, heart failure exacerbations, COPD, and acute kidney injury.

• Analyzed complex diagnostic findings, including arterial blood gases (ABGs), chest X-rays, CT scans, telemetry strips, and daily inpatient lab panels to guide clinical decision-making.

• Worked directly with preceptors, nurses, case managers, and physical therapists to execute cohesive inpatient care plans.

Women's Health - Logan Obstetrics | March - April 2026 (2 weeks)

Performed routine gynecologic exams, including Pap smears, STI screenings, bimanual exams, and prenatal updates under direct clinical supervision.

• Assisted in monitoring low and high risk pregnancies throughout all trimesters, tracking fetal growth, measuring fundal height, and providing routine postpartum follow-ups.

• Observed and assisted with outpatient procedures, including IUD placements/removals, Nexplanon insertions, endometrial biopsies, and colposcopies.

Inpatient Behavioral Health - St. Mark's Hospital | January - February 2026 (2 weeks)

Performed psychiatric diagnostic interviews, mental status examinations (MSEs), and risk assessments for patients admitted with acute psychiatric conditions, including major depression, bipolar disorder, and psychosis.

• Monitored efficacy, side-effect profiles, and therapeutic blood levels of psychotropic medications, including mood stabilizers, antipsychotics, and antidepressants.

• Assisted multidisciplinary staff in managing acute behavioral crises, utilizing verbal de-escalation techniques to ensure safety.

Pediatrics - Ogden Clinic Pediatrics | March 2026 (2 weeks)

Conducted age-appropriate well-child exams from infancy through adolescence, assessing growth milestones, developmental markers, and nutritional status.

• Evaluated and treated acute pediatric presentations, including otitis media, viral upper respiratory infections, asthma exacerbations, gastroenteritis, and dermatologic rashes.

• Reviewed CDC pediatric vaccination schedules, counseled parents on vaccine safety, and addressed parental concerns regarding child development and care.

Future Rotations

• Hematology/Oncology | Utah Hematology Oncology (Sept. 2026)

• Emergency Medicine | AdventHealth Littleton Hospital (Oct. 2026)

• Cardiothoracic Surgery | McKay Dee Hospital (Nov. 2026)

Graduate Project: Tenecteplase Versus Alteplase for Thrombolytic Therapy in Acute Ischemic Stroke: A Comparative Review of Efficacy, Safety, and Clinical Administration

Conducted a comprehensive comparative analysis evaluating Tenecteplase (TNK) versus Alteplase (tPA) for acute ischemic stroke management, focusing on door-to-needle times, reperfusion rates, and intracranial hemorrhage risk.

Bachelor of Science - Rehabilitation Science

Weber State University | Ogden, UT | 12-2023
  • 4.0 GPA
  • Summa cum laude graduate

Skills

Diagnostic reasoning and clinical judgment in varied settings
Management of complex
multi-system acute and chronic conditions
Interpretation of complex laboratory panels
diagnostic imaging
and pathology
Multidisciplinary care coordination and interprofessional team collaboration
Comprehensive medical history taking and focused physical examination
Patient and caregiver education regarding complex diagnoses and treatment plans

Affiliations

• American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA) - Student Member

• Utah Association of Physician Assistants (UAPA) - Student Member

Timeline

Ophthalmic Technician/Scribe

Utah Eye Centers
05.2023 - 11.2024Read More

Human Anatomy Lab Instructor

Weber State University
01.2022 - 05.2022Read More

Lead Medication Technician

Chancellor Gardens Assisted Living
04.2021 - 04.2023Read More

Certified Nursing Assistant/Medication Technician

Sunridge Assisted Living
05.2020 - 04.2021Read More

Weber State University

Master of Physician Assistant Medicine
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Weber State University

Bachelor of Science from Rehabilitation Science
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Camron Matthews