Chase Hershman
Gallatin,TN
Summary
Diligent Physician Assistant student with diverse clinical training across family medicine, internal medicine, and surgery. Committed to delivering compassionate patient care while fostering collaborative relationships with healthcare teams. Proficient in electronic medical records, ensuring efficient and accurate patient documentation.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavioral Health
Cherokee Mental Health Institute
Cherokee, IA
03.2026 - 03.2026
- Conducted assessments, diagnosis, and treatment planning for clients in need of behavioral health services.
- Educated family members on behavioral health conditions and resources, enhancing their understanding and ability to support clients.
- Provided support during medical procedures related to behavioral health, ensuring client comfort and minimizing anxiety.
- Participated in clinical meetings and trainings, contributing to staff development and knowledge sharing on behavioral health topics.
Family Medicine
Orange City Area Health System
Orange City, IA
01.2026 - 02.2026
- Developed differential diagnoses and tailored treatment plans to address patient-specific health needs.
- Conducted comprehensive histories and physical exams for acute conditions and routine well visits to ensure accurate assessments.
- Performed procedures, including incision and drainage and cryotherapy, to effectively manage and treat patient conditions.
General Surgery
CNOS
Dakota Dunes, SD
11.2025 - 12.2025
- Provided care in bariatric surgery, breast surgery, and wound care settings to improve patient health.
- Supported surgical team during laparoscopic cholecystectomy and hernia repairs to enhance operational efficiency.
Internal Medicine
Abben Cancer Center
Spencer, IA
10.2025 - 11.2025
- Assisted with histories and physical exams of cancer patients
- Reviewed patient charts and provided consultation services as an expert in Internal Medicine.
Family Medicine
Hegg Medical Clinic
Rock Valley, IA
08.2025 - 10.2025
- Performed histories and physical exams for both acute and chronic conditions.
- Developed differential diagnoses and treatment plans
- Procedures performed include cryotherapy, skin biopsies, field blocks, and suturing.
Medical Records Clerk/Medical Scribe
Northridge Pain Management Specialists
Northridge, CA
10.2024 - 04.2025
- Managed patient records with confidentiality and accuracy in a busy pain management clinic.
- Organized and maintained medical files for efficient retrieval and compliance with regulations.
- Handled patient data entry into electronic health record systems for streamlined operations.
- Provided support during patient visits by verifying information and answering inquiries.
Medical Scribe/Assistant
Genesis Pain Specialists
Camarillo, CA
04.2022 - 08.2024
- Documented patient encounters in real-time during consultations for efficient record-keeping.
- Assisted healthcare providers with medical charting to ensure accurate patient information.
- Managed electronic health record systems for streamlined access to patient data.
- Reviewed and verified patient histories for completeness and relevance before appointments.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive patient information according to privacy regulations.
Medical Scribe/PT Aide
Back2Health Physical Therapy
Encino, CA
11.2021 - 04.2022
- Documented patient histories and physical therapy treatments for accuracy.
- Assisted therapists with patient intake and scheduling appointments efficiently.
- Recorded and managed electronic health records in compliance with regulations.
- Transcribed therapy notes promptly following each session for review.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA standards.
Education
Master of Science - PA Studies
Northwestern College
Orange City, IA08-2026
Bachelor of Science - Biology, pre-medicine
The Master’s University
Santa Clarita, CA05-2021
Skills
- Procedural skills
- Suturing
- Field blocks
- Skin biopsies
- Cryotherapy
- Detail-oriented
- Evidence-based decision making
- Interpersonal communication
- EMR experience
- Epic
- PracticeFusion
- EClinicals
- Meditech
- Patient assessment
- Medical documentation
- Electronic health records
- Clinical teamwork
Certification
- NCCPA Board Certification, Eligible upon graduation; scheduled to take the PANCE by late 08/26
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Valid through 06/27
- Basic Life Support (BLS), Valid through 04/27
- Nexplanon, Current
- IUD, Current
Volunteer Experience
- Men’s Basketball Team Manager, The Master’s University, Santa Clarita, CA, 10/17, 03/18
- Mission Trip, The Master’s University, New Delhi, India, 05/19, 07/19
- Human Anatomy Lab Assistant, The Master’s University, Santa Clarita, CA, 08/19, 12/19
Current Memberships
- American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA), Student Member, 06/24, present
- Iowa Physician Assistant Society (IPAS), Student Member, 06/24, present
Healthcare Experience
- Medical Records Clerk/Medical Scribe, Northridge Pain Management Specialists, Northridge, CA, 10/24, 04/25
- Medical Scribe/Assistant, Genesis Pain Specialists, Camarillo, CA, 04/22, 08/24
- Medical Scribe/PT Aide, Back2Health Physical Therapy, Encino, CA, 11/21, 04/22
Timeline
Behavioral Health
Cherokee Mental Health Institute
03.2026 - 03.2026
Family Medicine
Orange City Area Health System
01.2026 - 02.2026
General Surgery
CNOS
11.2025 - 12.2025
Internal Medicine
Abben Cancer Center
10.2025 - 11.2025
Family Medicine
Hegg Medical Clinic
08.2025 - 10.2025
Medical Records Clerk/Medical Scribe
Northridge Pain Management Specialists
10.2024 - 04.2025
Medical Scribe/Assistant
Genesis Pain Specialists
04.2022 - 08.2024
Medical Scribe/PT Aide
Back2Health Physical Therapy
11.2021 - 04.2022
Master of Science - PA Studies
Northwestern College
Bachelor of Science - Biology, pre-medicine
The Master’s University