Dr. Thaddeus Ray Erato, Jr, M.S., M.D., F.A.C.E.P.

• Liaised with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive patient care plans and provide highest quality of care.
• Developed policies and procedures for effective pharmacy management.
• Contributed to successful accreditation reviews by maintaining up-to-date knowledge on regulatory requirements and best practices.
• Defined testing protocols, quality assurance initiatives and clinic policies and procedures.
• Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility, adhering to strict infection control measures and reporting potential hazards.
• Served as an approachable resource for patient's families, addressing concerns and providing education on medical conditions and treatments.
• Applied continuous process improvement strategies to enhance case management, programs and clinical management.
• Interpreted diagnostic test results for deviations from normal.
• Developed comprehensive treatment plans for patients with chronic conditions, promoting overall health and wellbeing.
• Discussed medical histories with patients in effort to provide most effective medical advice.
• Ordered medical and laboratory supplies and equipment.
• Verified complex diagnoses to facilitate treatment plans.
• Reviewed complex cases alongside colleagues during peer consultations to develop consensus on appropriate courses of action for challenging scenarios.
• Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
• Implemented successful healthcare program through professionalism, quality of care, medical teaching and patient satisfaction.
• Facilitated seamless transitions of care for patients by coordinating with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals across various departments.
• Enhanced patient satisfaction with thorough assessments, diagnoses, and treatment plans.
• Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments accordingly.
• Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based medical practices and protocols.
• Created customized care plans, working with hospital staff and families to assess and meet individual needs.
• Completed patient referrals to other medical specialists.
• Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
• Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
• Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
• Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
• Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
• Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
• Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with advances in medicine and enhance clinical skills.
• Served as an approachable resource for patients'' families, addressing concerns and providing education on medical conditions and treatments.
• Increased efficiency in clinical operations by optimizing workflow processes and resource allocation.
• Monitored and inspected staff processes to eliminate hazards posed for both residents and staff while ensuring continuous compliance with regulations.
• Evaluated emerging medical technologies for potential implementation in the healthcare setting, ensuring cutting-edge care for patients.
• Entered and scanned patient history, current medical conditions and medications into novel EHR system.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient care and streamline communication.
• Led diverse team of medical and administrative professionals in day-to-day clinic activities such as patient care, new business development, and patient relations.
• Communicated with patients, ensuring that medical information was kept private.
• Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
• Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
• Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
• Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
• Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.

• Promoted patient safety initiatives within the Emergency Department, resulting in reduced rates of medication errors and adverse events.
• Updated clinical protocols based on current guidelines, ensuring adherence to best practice standards in emergency medicine.
• Implemented evidence-based practices to optimize treatment outcomes for critically ill patients.
• Examined patients to determine overall physical and emotional status.
• Maintained high levels of professional competence through ongoing educational pursuits, staying current with advancements in emergency medicine practices.
• Supervised other professional or non-professional personnel and provided medical instructions.
• Performed minor surgical procedures to address simple, urgent patient injuries or conditions.
• Referred patients to specialists or other practitioners for treatment.
• Determined emergency situation and developed plan of action.
• Assessed and reported patients' responses to initiated treatment.
• Used medical equipment and comprehended severity of injury.
• Evaluated new medical technologies for potential integration into the Emergency Department workflow, enhancing patient care and efficiency.
• Advised patients on diet, hygiene and methods for disease prevention.
• Reduced wait times for patients by streamlining the triage process and optimizing staff scheduling.
• Recorded patient electronic record information regarding physical findings, treatment rendered, formulated plan and prognosis based on patient's condition.
• Enhanced departmental collaboration with effective communication between physicians, nurses, and support staff.
• Demonstrated proper techniques for cardiopulmonary resuscitation and first aid.
• Increased patient satisfaction scores by providing empathetic and compassionate care during high-stress situations.
• Provided emergency treatment onsite and responded in urgent situations.
• Optimized resource utilization by effectively prioritizing tasks during high-volume periods in the emergency department.
• Provided expert consultation on complex cases to colleagues in other specialties, fostering a collaborative approach to patient care.
• Improved patient care by efficiently diagnosing and treating emergency medical conditions.
• Managed complex cases involving multiple specialists to ensure comprehensive patient care plans were developed and implemented.
• Participated in quality improvement initiatives, peer reviews and process development.
• Analyzed reports and findings to assess information and diagnose patients.
• Prescribed medications, recommended treatments or suggested related therapeutic procedures.
• Determined and ordered tests and diagnostic images to determine patient conditions.
• Supported standards of medical care by adhering to policies and procedures.
• Ordered vaccinations to immunize patients from communicable diseases.
• Monitored patient condition and communicated findings to nursing staff.
• Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
• Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
• Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
• Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
• Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
• Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
• Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
• Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
• Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
• Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
• Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
• Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
• Facilitated hospital-wide disaster preparedness drills to ensure coordinated response efforts during mass casualty incidents.
• Served as a liaison between the Emergency Department and other hospital units, improving interdisciplinary cooperation and efficiency.
• Mentored junior physicians and medical students in the principles of emergency medicine, fostering professional growth.

Emergency Medicine physician duties as performed at the above position.

Emergency Medicine physician duties as performed at the above position.

• Provided medical evaluation and care for in-patient forensic psychiatric facility.
• Collaborated with the psychiatric staff and community medical resources.
• To improve outcomes and safety for a challenging patient population.