CaSaundra Washington
Waterloo,Iowa
Summary
Experienced Certified Orthopedic Physician Assistant with exceptional patient skills and clinical acumen. Seeking new opportunity for growth as a Orthopedic Physician Assistant (OPA-C). Compassionate healthcare provider and excellent problem solver. Self-starter and proficient multitasker.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse/Certified Surgical Technician
Operating Room-UnityPoint Health/
04.2023 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse/Certified Surgical Technician
Podiatry Clinic/Orthopedic Clinic/Neurology Clinic/Operating Room- MercyOne Northeast Iowa
04.2012 - 03.2023
Certified Surgical Technician
Operating Room-UnityPoint Health
08.2003 - 11.2010
Education
Orthopedic Physician Assistant- Certified -
(NBCOPA)
2023
Surgical Assistant- Certified -
American Board of Surgical Assistants (ABSA)
2023
Practical Nursing- Diploma -
Kaplan University- Cedar Falls, Iowa
2010
Certified Surgical Technologist- AAS Degree -
Kirkwood Community College- Cedar Rapids, Iowa
2003
Medical Office Specialist- Diploma -
Hamilton College- Cedar Falls, Iowa
2000
Skills
- Provide patient education/ Managed post op, preventative care
- Suture/staple removal and dressing changes/ Perform injections in podiatry
- First assist in surgery including wound closure and positioning
- Strong, positive communication skills/ Team Collaboration
- Scheduled and organized surgical cases/ Apply splints
- Dedicated, compassionate professional
- Sufficient in navigating and charting on Epic
Certifications
Title: Certified Orthopedic Physician Assistant (OPA-C)/Licensed Practical Nurse/Certified Surgical Assistant/Certified Surgical Techinician
References
- Richard Naylor, DO, 2710 St. Francis Drive Suite 319, Waterloo, Iowa, 50702, 319-504-9398
- Julie Delancey, RN, 1825 Logan Avenue, Waterloo, Iowa, 319-551-4158
- Travis Tidwell, DPM, 60 East 400 South, Cedar City, Utah, 435-691-8953
- Jayson Gesme, MD, 1753 West Ridgeway Avenue #104, Waterloo, Iowa, 50701, 319-504-5220
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse/Certified Surgical Technician
Operating Room-UnityPoint Health/
04.2023 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse/Certified Surgical Technician
Podiatry Clinic/Orthopedic Clinic/Neurology Clinic/Operating Room- MercyOne Northeast Iowa
04.2012 - 03.2023
Certified Surgical Technician
Operating Room-UnityPoint Health
08.2003 - 11.2010
Orthopedic Physician Assistant- Certified -
(NBCOPA)
Surgical Assistant- Certified -
American Board of Surgical Assistants (ABSA)
Practical Nursing- Diploma -
Kaplan University- Cedar Falls, Iowa
Certified Surgical Technologist- AAS Degree -
Kirkwood Community College- Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Medical Office Specialist- Diploma -
Hamilton College- Cedar Falls, Iowa
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