DESIRAE MACIAS, PA-C

Work History

Physician Assistant

Z Dermatology

02.2023 - Current

Conducted physical examinations to assess patients' health and current condition for optimal treatment.
Treated and managed over 30 patients a day.
Treat patients with the following cosmetic procedures: VBEAM, Radiofrequency microneedling, Dysport, Sofwave, IPL.
Managed chronic conditions by monitoring patient health and treatment plan progress to make necessary adjustments in care.
Referred to and consulted with physicians and other healthcare providers on patient care.
Ordered and interpreted diagnostic testing to confirm diagnosis and implement accurate treatment plans.
Recorded patient history to accurately track conditions, progress and diagnosis for comprehensive medical records.
Ordered and executed various tests, analyses, and diagnostic images to provide information on patient condition.
Prescribed medications to patients to treat conditions and alleviate symptoms.
Educated patients on variety of infectious disease issues, nutrition, obesity, and smoking cessation to improve overall health and wellness.
Implemented therapeutic regimens involving medications and other interventions to mitigate symptoms and prevent reoccurrence.
Assisted physicians during surgeries and other medical procedures to treat patients appropriately and safely.
Collaborated with medical colleagues to offer clinical care management, patient education and safe and effective healthcare services.
Researched industry innovations and emerging treatments to improve care delivery.
Participated as monitoring physician in clinical trials of medications and treatments.
Coordinated patient referrals to specialty providers.
Made tentative diagnoses and decisions about management and treatment of patients.
Maintained patient confidentiality and adhered to HIPAA regulations.
Completed in-depth physical evaluations and gathered patient medical data to complete speedy, successful office visits.
Provided counseling on emotional problems of daily living while promoting wellness and health maintenance.
Educated patients and families on normal growth and development information.

TeleHealth Physician Assistant (Per Diem)

Skinney Med Spa

02.2022 - Current

Collaborated with medical colleagues to offer clinical care management, patient education and Medi Spa services such as good faith exams (virtually).
Virtually managed patient care for 3 locations in New York, 1 location in Florida and 1 location in Miami at the same time.
Referred to and consulted with physicians and other healthcare providers on patient care and safety.
Implemented therapeutic regiments involving medications and other aesthetic interventions to help client reach their aesthetic goals.
Reviewed patient allergies, problems, medications and immunization statuses.
Updated clinical knowledge and skills through formal and informal continuing education, workshop attendance and literature review.
Used intake and screening instruments to conduct assessment of needs and to obtain complete medical history.
Adhered to strict HIPAA guidelines to protect patient privacy.
Recorded patients' health histories and provided over 30 consultations weekly.
Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.

Physician Assistant

Beach Cities Dermatology

02.2022 - 02.2023

Adhered to strict HIPAA guidelines to protect patient privacy.
Diagnosed issues and implemented treatment plans to resolve problems or help manage symptoms.
Worked in between 3 different office locations (Irvine, Huntington Beach, Seal Beach)
Treated and managed over 30 patients a day while monitoring and communicating with patients from 3 different office locations.
Treated patients with Dysport and chemical peels.
Referred to and consulted with physicians and other healthcare providers on patient care.
Met with patients to discuss medical histories and current complaints.
Reviewed patient allergies, problems, medications and immunization statuses.
Collaborated with medical colleagues to offer clinical care management, patient education and dermatology services.
Perform skin cancer screenings, procedures and therapies such as cryotherapy, shave and punch biopsies, incision and drainage, intralesional steroid injections.
Monitor and manage the following disorders: acne, rosacea, psoriasis, eczema, fungal infections, benign lesions, pre-cancerous lesions, cancerous lesions, hyperhidrosis, alopecia, diverse rashes, photo-damaged and aging skin management.
Trained and proficient in electronic medical records program, Cerner.
Ordered and executed various tests, analyses and diagnostic images to provide information on patient condition.
Updated clinical knowledge and skills through formal and informal continuing education, workshop attendance and literature review.
Used intake and screening instruments to conduct assessment of needs and to obtain complete medical history.
Educated patients on variety of infectious disease issues, nutrition, obesity and smoking cessation to improve overall health and wellness.
Implemented therapeutic regiments involving medications and other interventions to mitigate symptoms and prevent reoccurrence.
Stayed abreast of advances in treatments, emerging pharmaceutical applications and new diagnostic tools for application in dermatological medicine.

Physician Assistant

Advanced Dermatology Care Center

12.2020 - 03.2022

Used intake and screening instruments to conduct assessment of needs and to obtain complete medical history.
Perform skin cancer screenings, procedures and therapies such as cryotherapy, shave and punch biopsies, incision and drainage, intralesional steroid injections.
Monitor and manage the following disorders: preventative skin care and health care, acne, rosacea, psoriasis, eczema, fungal infections, benign lesions, pre-cancerous lesions, cancerous lesions, hyperhidrosis, alopecia, diverse rashes, photo-damaged and aging skin management.
Trained and proficient in the electronic medical records program, Harris Care Tracker.
Trained in the skin care line iS Clinical.
Experience in injecting Botox and Kybella. Briefly trained to inject fillers.
Minor training on the NannoLight laser assisting in hair reduction, photodynamic therapy and IPL procedures.

Pharmaceutical Speaker (Per Diem)

Journey Medical Corporation

06.2019 - Current

Educated my fellow medical industry peers about medications, safety, protocols, contraindications, pathophysiology and insurance coverage.
Performed Q&A with medical industry peers
Did monthly trainings, and education lectures with MSL's
Speaker to groups of 20+ medical industry professionals

Physician Assistant

Dr. Tony Hsu, M.D.

10.2015 - 02.2022

Used intake and screening instruments to conduct assessment of needs and to obtain complete medical history.
Maintained work areas in patient rooms in clean, neat and appropriately sterilized condition to meet any demand.
Effectively reduced symptoms and treated underlying conditions by prescribing targeted medications and therapies under physician guidance.
Carried out therapeutic interventions to address acute issues.
Conducts skin cancer screenings.
Dermoscopy trained.
Perform procedures such as shave biopsies, punch biopsies, cryotherapy, incision and drainage and intralesional steroid injections.
Treated patients with Botox, Xeomin and chemical peels.
Counseled patients and manage the following diseases: preventative skin care and health care, acne, rosacea, psoriasis, eczema, fungal infections, benign lesions, pre-cancerous lesions, cancerous lesions, atypical nevi, melanoma, hyperhidrosis, alopecia, diverse rashes, photo-damaged and aging skin.
Extensive research and training done with Castle Biosciences DecisionDX-Melanoma gene expression test, DermTech patch testing and experience in biologic's.
Developed and implemented new policies and procedures in collaboration with my supervising physician regarding keeping patients safe during the 2020-2021 pandemic, sales strategies and techniques.
I did my own charting on electronic medical records program, EMA, and assisted in using Kareo to schedule patients.
I worked closely with plastic surgeons and MOHs surgeons to make sure the patient has the best possible outcome with any procedure recommended to them.
Trained In the following skin care lines: ZO Obagi, Skin Better Science, Colorescience, SkinCeuticals, La Roche Posay, Airelle and many over the counter skin care lines.
I have experience in injecting Botox, Xeomin, Kybella and briefly trained to inject fillers.
Trained in microneedling with the Bellus Medical Skin Pen.
Perform chemical peels such as the ZO Obagi 3-Step Peel, salicylic and glycolic acid peels.
Carried out therapeutic interventions to address acute and chronic issues.
Guided the office and patients safely throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, prevented any office exposures and kept all patients safe.
Conducted physical examinations to assess patients' health and current condition for optimal treatment
Managed chronic conditions by monitoring patient health and treatment plan progress to make necessary adjustments in care

Summary

Overview

Work History

Physician Assistant

TeleHealth Physician Assistant (Per Diem)

Physician Assistant

Physician Assistant

Pharmaceutical Speaker (Per Diem)

Physician Assistant

Education

Master of Science - Physician Assistant

Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies

Skills

Certification

Timeline

Memberships

References

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Memberships

State Licenses

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