David Alexander Dean
Minneapolis,MN
Summary
Experienced orthopedic surgery physician assistant actively pursuing a full-time PA role within a respected health system. Dedicated to delivering equitable, compassionate, and high-quality patient care, while continuously advancing clinical and technical expertise.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physician Assistant, Orthopedic Surgical Float
Twin Cities Orthopedics
04.2024 - 10.2024
- Assisted in surgical interventions for the shoulder, elbow, wrist, spine, hip, knee, foot, and ankle at surgical centers and hospitals throughout the Minneapolis South Metro in both outpatient and trauma settings
- Provided patients with comprehensive education regarding medical conditions, symptoms, and diagnoses.
- Provided exemplary, patient-centered care to a broad spectrum of patient demographics.
Physician Assistant, Orthopedic Surgery
New York Sports and Joints
03.2023 - 01.2024
- First assist in surgical interventions focused on the shoulders, elbows, wrists, hands, and knees, conducted at surgical centers situated within Manhattan and New Jersey.
- Conducted patient assessments, administer physical examinations, compile comprehensive medical histories, analyze symptoms for potential diagnoses, and devise tailored treatment plans.
- Provided patients with comprehensive education regarding medical conditions, symptoms, and diagnoses.
- Provided exemplary, patient-centered care to a broad spectrum of patient demographics.
Emergency Medical Technician
Methodist Hospital
05.2019 - 07.2020
- Rendered direct patient care in an Emergency Room environment under the supervision of a registered nurse. Administered basic life support interventions to patients across all age groups.
- Managed specific components of patient charts and facilitated patient flow within the healthcare setting.
- Conducted targeted treatments and procedures within a sterile and organized clinical environment.
Teaching Assistant
University of Minnesota
08.2014 - 05.2020
- Human Anatomy Cadaver Lab
- Human Physiology
- Organic Chemistry
Training and Development Lead Medical Scribe
Emergency Physicians Professional Association
09.2018 - 05.2019
- Evaluated and refined the existing scribe training protocol.
- Attained subject matter expertise across multiple specialties through collaboration with healthcare providers.
- Developed and enhanced training materials tailored to individual sites and specialized areas.
- Identified and resolved training gaps by troubleshooting issues and offering comprehensive resources and solutions.
Spanish Translator
One World Surgery
01.2019 - 01.2019
- Provided precise and culturally sensitive spanish translation services for orthopedic surgery patients from Honduras.
- Facilitated effective communication between healthcare providers and patients by ensuring accurate interpretation of medical terminology and procedures.
- Enhanced patient care experiences by offering linguistic support and clarifying medical instructions and post-operative care protocols.
- Assisted in bridging language barriers to ensure patients from Honduras felt informed, respected, and supported throughout their orthopedic surgery journey.
- Contributed to the seamless coordination of care by serving as a linguistic liaison between medical staff and orthopedic surgery patients
Orthopedic Medical Scribe
TRIA Orthopedics
09.2016 - 09.2018
- Observed and provided assistance to the provider during clinical encounters.
- Supervised radiographic studies to ensure accurate monitoring.
- Streamlined departmental workflow by facilitating communication and expediting tasks, including the completion of the provider's electronic medical records for each patient.
Education
Master of Science - Physician Assistant Studies
Hofstra University
Hempstead, NY12-2022
Premedical Studies -
University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN05-2019
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre and Art
Saint Mary's University of Minnesota
Winona, MN05-2012
Affiliations
American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA)
Minnesota Academy of Physician Assistants (MAPA)
New York State Society of Physician Assistants (NYSSPA)
Physician Assistants in Orthopaedic Surgery (PAOS)
Certification
Physician Assistant Certified in the States of Minnesota, New York and New Jersey January 2024
Minnesota #14811
Basic Life Support, Certified July 2023
ACLS, Certified January 2024
HIPPA Training, Certified November 2022
Infectious Control, Certified July 2020
Controlled Substance, Certified March 2023
MD7914078
NCCPA, Certified February 2023
#1190140
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
Spanish
Upper intermediate (B2)
Timeline
Physician Assistant, Orthopedic Surgical Float
Twin Cities Orthopedics
04.2024 - 10.2024
Physician Assistant, Orthopedic Surgery
New York Sports and Joints
03.2023 - 01.2024
Emergency Medical Technician
Methodist Hospital
05.2019 - 07.2020
Spanish Translator
One World Surgery
01.2019 - 01.2019
Training and Development Lead Medical Scribe
Emergency Physicians Professional Association
09.2018 - 05.2019
Orthopedic Medical Scribe
TRIA Orthopedics
09.2016 - 09.2018
Teaching Assistant
University of Minnesota
08.2014 - 05.2020
Physician Assistant Certified in the States of Minnesota, New York and New Jersey January 2024
Minnesota #14811
Basic Life Support, Certified July 2023
ACLS, Certified January 2024
HIPPA Training, Certified November 2022
Infectious Control, Certified July 2020
Controlled Substance, Certified March 2023
MD7914078
NCCPA, Certified February 2023
#1190140
Master of Science - Physician Assistant Studies
Hofstra University
Premedical Studies -
University of Minnesota
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre and Art
Saint Mary's University of Minnesota
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