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Coleman Barnson

Coleman Barnson

North Salt Lake,Utah

Summary

Motivated Physician Assistant with a desire to join a progressive healthcare team and make a meaningful impact. Passionate about delivering compassionate and evidence-based care, with clinical expertise and knowledge to enhance patient outcomes. Seeking an opportunity to contribute skills and collaborate with a dynamic healthcare team in providing exceptional patient care.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Clinical Rotations

Via Weber State PA school
Utah
01.2024 - 12.2024

Student. During my second year of PA school I excelled in numerous clinical rotations totaling in over 2000 hours of hands-on patient care experience. This included inpatient hospital based medicine, outpatient primary care, emergency medicine, surgery, women's health, pediatrics, and a specialized area involving hematology and oncology at the Huntsman Cancer Hospital.

Acquired new skills and honed existing competencies through hands-on experience and targeted training opportunities during each rotation period.

Built strong relationships with colleagues and mentors throughout the program, fostering a supportive learning environment.

Tanner Clinic

Farmington
06.2021 - 12.2022

Phlebotomist/ Medical Laboratory Scientist. I headed up the formation and design of a brand new Tanner Clinic lab location in my hometown. I performed all tests and procedures that are ordered from healthcare providers. I worked hand-in-hand with the Physicians, their Assistants, and others in providing the best healthcare plan for the patients. I was also responsible for every analyzer component and maintenance.

McKayDee Hospital

March 20'
06.2021 - 12.2022

Patient Transport. In this job my main focus is on the safety and security of transporting patients to and from all locations throughout the hospital. I was able to participate in all departments in the hospital as well as being a key role in the process of admittance, recovery, and dismissal.

Ogden Golf and Country Club

December 17'
06.2021 - 12.2022

Head Server/ Restaurant Senior Staff. I also managed a certain amount of Banquet staff that serves numerous events. In this role I was responsible for the staff and Bar area of the Country club. It required professional communication between staff and clients in a high energy and fast paced environment.

Volunteer

Ghana Make a Differece
Ghana, Africa
08.2021 - 06.2022

Assisted with special events and programs. Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs. Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning. Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others. Represented organization positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services. Enhanced community engagement by organizing and leading local clean-up events. Coordinated and managed volunteer activities for community service projects. Helped create comprehensive program to meet healthcare needs.

Research Assistant

Weber State University
Ogden, UT
08.2018 - 04.2022

Participated actively in regular meetings with fellow researchers to discuss project updates, challenges faced, and lessons learned during ongoing activities. Organized research materials, maintaining a well-ordered workspace conducive to productivity. Conducted literature reviews to support hypothesis development and identify gaps in existing knowledge. Maintained open lines of communication with project leads and team members for effective collaboration on common goals. Contributed to the publication of research articles in peer-reviewed journals, showcasing expertise in various topics. Managed laboratory equipment and resources, ensuring proper maintenance and optimal functionality.

Supplemental Instruction Leader

Weber State University
Ogden, UT
08.2018 - 04.2022

Facilitated peer-led study groups to promote collaborative learning and increase subject matter comprehension. Collaborated with faculty members to identify areas where students needed additional support for improved academic performance. Enhanced student understanding by employing supplemental instruction techniques and strategies. Developed tailored instructional materials and resources to address specific needs of diverse learners in various subjects. Organized review sessions before exams to help students prepare effectively and reduce test anxiety levels. Participated actively in department meetings to share best practices, discuss challenges, and explore potential solutions for instructional concerns.

University of Utah Hospital/Huntsman Cancer Center

January 18'
03.2020 - 06.2021

Telehealth. I was the frontline between the staff of the hospital/ cancer center, and the patients who were not currently administered in the hospital. I was responsible for all for-front routines of questioning, patient history, and communication between both staff and medical personnel.

Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.

Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Education

Master of Science - Physician Assistant Medicine

Weber State University
Ogden, UT
12.2024

Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Science (MLS)

Weber State University
Weber State Univeristy
04.2022

Associate of Science - Medical Laboratory Science (MLS)

Weber State University
Ogden, UT
01.2021

Associate of Science - Chemistry

Weber State University
Ogden, UT
01.2020

Associate of Science - General Studies

Weber State University
Ogden, UT
01.2017

Skills

  • Sound knowledge of professional healthcare management and treatments including assessment, planning, implementing, and evaluating care for patients
  • Strong critical thinking, technical skills, and scientific judgment in various medical settings (Inpatient, Outpatient, and Hospitalist based medicine)
  • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with colleagues, patients, and staff
  • Able to demonstrate a high level of teamwork, adaptability, and leadership in a capacity to serve as a resource for patients and the care team
  • Skillfully able to collaborate with the patient care team effectively and engage in multi-faceted patient centered care
  • Accountable for delivering high quality services and promoting a positive model for the position of advanced practice practitioner
  • Collaborative mindset, analytical thinking, and quantitative skills
  • Improvement plan knowledge

Affiliations

  • American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA)
  • American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science (ASCLS)
  • Utah academy of Physician Assistants (UAPA)

Awards

  • Specialized Research grants for Malarial changes on blood types in Ghana. My role was data analyst and specimen collection.
  • BLS and ACLS certified
  • Eagle scout

Hobbies and Interests

I am a highly motivated individual who is always wanting to try new things. I am bilingual in Spanish and English. I love my small family and dog. The times when I can, I really enjoy volunteering with different organizations (Foster Care Utah, The Road Home, Weber State Service Club, etc). I also have a goal to see a baseball game in every stadium in America.

Accomplishments

  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Collaborated with team of 20 in the development of numerous volunteer events with my PA cohort.
  • Supervised team of 15 staff members.
  • Collaborated with team of 50 in the development of afterschool programs for underprivileged elementary and Jr. High students.

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Clinical Rotations

Via Weber State PA school
01.2024 - 12.2024

Volunteer

Ghana Make a Differece
08.2021 - 06.2022

Tanner Clinic

Farmington
06.2021 - 12.2022

McKayDee Hospital

March 20'
06.2021 - 12.2022

Ogden Golf and Country Club

December 17'
06.2021 - 12.2022

University of Utah Hospital/Huntsman Cancer Center

January 18'
03.2020 - 06.2021

Research Assistant

Weber State University
08.2018 - 04.2022

Supplemental Instruction Leader

Weber State University
08.2018 - 04.2022

Master of Science - Physician Assistant Medicine

Weber State University

Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Science (MLS)

Weber State University

Associate of Science - Medical Laboratory Science (MLS)

Weber State University

Associate of Science - Chemistry

Weber State University

Associate of Science - General Studies

Weber State University
Coleman Barnson