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Carly Kersten

Birmingham,AL

Summary

Accomplished medical professional with over 16 years of experience across roles from Vascular Surgery Patient Care Technician to Physician Assistant. Skilled in emergency room, hospitalist, and pain management settings, focusing on patient care, diagnostics, and treatment planning. Enhanced patient satisfaction and improved healthcare delivery through strong interpersonal skills and adaptability in high-stress environments.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Physician Assistant

Dr. Stacy Haynes
Hoover, Alabama
08.2024 - Current
  • Assist in minor surgical procedures , perform intralesional injections and biopsies.

Pain Management Physician Assistant

Nesbitt Pain Associates
11.2023 - Current

Conducts comprehensive evaluations of new patients, develops individualized treatment plans, and provides ongoing management for established patients.

Integrated IV therapy services to enhance patient treatment options and improve care delivery.

  • Administered trigger point and joint injections to alleviate patient pain in a clinical setting.
  • Managed opioid and non-opioid medication regimens, optimizing patient safety and treatment effectiveness.
  • Interpreted diagnostic tests and ordered necessary procedures.
  • Performed diagnostic interpretations and ordered procedures, ensuring accurate assessments for tailored patient care.

Pain Management Physician Assistant

The Birmingham Pain Center
Birmingham, Alabama
10.2021 - 11.2023
  • Managed chronic pain patients through comprehensive medication management, diagnostic interpretation, and ordering of interventional procedures to improve pain control.
  • Developed personalized, proactive treatment plans that ensured optimal patient outcomes and enhanced overall quality of life.
  • Conducted comprehensive patient assessments and developed treatment plans at pain management clinic.
  • Collaborated with physicians to administer injections and perform diagnostic procedures.
  • Educated patients on pain management techniques and medication usage effectively.

Lead Physician Assistant

Alabama Anesthesiology & Pain Consultants
Anniston, Alabama
09.2017 - 10.2021
  • Led the evaluation and management of new and established patients as the Chief Physician Assistant.
  • Oversaw the ordering and regulatory compliance of diagnostic tests to inform accurate treatment decisions.
  • Coordinated and prescribed appropriate pain procedures and medications
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and streamline clinic operations.
  • Trained and mentored Advanced Practice Providers, new hires and medical staff, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development.

Emergency Room Physician Assistant

St. Vincent's Hospital
Birmingham, Alabama
05.2014 - 09.2017

Partnered with emergency physicians to enhance patient care delivery in high-pressure environment.

  • Conducted patient assessments and evaluations in fast-paced emergency settings.
  • Collaborated with physicians to develop and implement treatment plans.
  • Administered medications and treatments as directed by supervising physicians.
  • Provided medications and treatments following physician orders.

Education

MS - Surgical Physician Assistant Studies

University of Alabama at Birmingham
Birmingham, Alabama
05-2011

BS - Molecular and Microbiology

University of Central Florida
Orlando, Florida
05-2006

Skills

  • Joint injections
  • Trigger Point injections
  • Surgical assistance
  • Laceration repair
  • Medication management
  • Patient evaluation
  • Diagnostic interpretation
  • Clinical documentation
  • Multidisciplinary collaboration
  • Compliance oversight

Certification

• NCCPA (National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants)
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
• Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) Certification
• Member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA)

Personal Information

Title: Physician Assistant

Procedural Experience

Proficient in performing a wide range of medical procedures, including incision and drainage, both simple and complex suturing, and staple placement and removal. Experienced in peripheral IV placement, splinting and casting, joint injections, intralesional injections and biopsies.

Timeline

Physician Assistant

Dr. Stacy Haynes
08.2024 - Current

Pain Management Physician Assistant

Nesbitt Pain Associates
11.2023 - Current

Pain Management Physician Assistant

The Birmingham Pain Center
10.2021 - 11.2023

Lead Physician Assistant

Alabama Anesthesiology & Pain Consultants
09.2017 - 10.2021

Emergency Room Physician Assistant

St. Vincent's Hospital
05.2014 - 09.2017

MS - Surgical Physician Assistant Studies

University of Alabama at Birmingham

BS - Molecular and Microbiology

University of Central Florida
Carly Kersten