Yesha Patel
Rochester
Summary
Motivated and compassionate Physician Assistant student completing didactic training at Le Moyne College, expected graduation August 2026. Strong academic foundation in patient-centered care, experienced in direct patient interaction, teamwork, and community health. Passionate about providing accessible, empathetic, evidence-based care to diverse populations.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Staff
Heritage Christian Services
08.2022 - 07.2024
- Supported children and older adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, assist with personal care by freshening up residents, cooking and preparing food in accordance with dietary restrictions, and getting ready for bed, and encouraged growth in personal relationships.
Optometric Assistant
Costco Vision Center
08.2022 - 07.2024
- Assisted the optometrist, documented patient histories, scheduled appointments, conducted pre-testing procedures using a tonometer and autorefractor, filed insurance
Contact Tracer/ Case Investigator
NYS Department of Health
12.2021 - 03.2022
- Informed and interviewed contacts of their exposure to SARS CoV-2, provided support to those in isolation and contacts, assessed symptoms, instructed families of next steps, and attended daily meetings concerning protocol changes enforced by CDC.
PCT in Post- Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)
Unity Hospital
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Sterilized hospital rooms and equipment, organized IV kits, helped transport fall risk patients, took patient blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and blood glucose level, administered catheters and Jackson-Pratt.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology, Chemistry
Le Moyne College
Syracuse, NY05.2024
Skills
- Collaboration skills
- Effective organizational management
- Certified EMT-B
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Certified contact tracer and case investigator for DOH
- Computer proficiency
- Behavioral support
- Safety awareness
- Transportation assistance
- Direct patient care
- ADL support
Languages
Hindi
Professional Working
Gujarati
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Direct Support Staff
Heritage Christian Services
08.2022 - 07.2024
Optometric Assistant
Costco Vision Center
08.2022 - 07.2024
Contact Tracer/ Case Investigator
NYS Department of Health
12.2021 - 03.2022
PCT in Post- Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)
Unity Hospital
05.2021 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Biology, Chemistry
Le Moyne College
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