Empowering and engaging others to achieve goals on a timely fashion with great enthusiasm, effective communication and organization skills.
Driven, committed, detail-oriented and resilient with a willingness to confront challenges and manage multiple priorities with a growth mindset.
Insightful, compassionate, versatile and willing to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals with a positive attitude.
Hardworking, trustworthy, thrive best in environment fostering fairness, excellent time management, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Hospitalist
Calais Community Hospital
07.2010 - 11.2023
Coordinated up to 10 patients' admissions and discharges, working closely with family members and case managers to line up any additional care needs.
Assured quality of care by conducting regular rounds, reviewing cases, and adjusting treatment plans as needed.
Developed strong working relationships with nursing staff, fostering a collaborative environment for improved patient outcomes.
Decreased length of stay for hospitalized patients through diligent monitoring of progress and proactive intervention when necessary.
Hospitalist
DownEast Community Hospital
01.2010 - 06.2010
Coordinated up to 10 patients' admissions and discharges, working closely with family members and case managers to line up any additional care needs.
Expedited diagnosis and treatment by ordering appropriate tests and interpreting results accurately.
Minimized medical errors by implementing evidence-based practices and adhering to clinical guidelines.
Hospitalist
Wellstar Health System
08.2004 - 12.2009
Reduced readmission rates through thorough discharge planning and follow-up care coordination.
Enhanced hospital efficiency by collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient care.
Handled 18-25 patients each day, transitioning care between departments and outside physicians.
Avoided reoccurrence of preventable conditions by educating patients on important lifestyle choices.
Increased adherence to best practices by regularly updating clinical knowledge through continuing education opportunities.
Assisting Staff
Hackensack University teaching clinic
08.2003 - 05.2004
Established positive relationships with up to 15 patients and other staff members.
Developed strong relationships through consistent communication and collaboration resulting in increased overall satisfaction.
Assisting Staff
Sol Sherry Thrombosis Research Center
07.1998 - 06.1999
Established positive relationships with coworkers and other staff members.
Increased efficient work processes and time management strategies.
Enhanced team collaboration by fostering positive work environment and promoting open communication.
Summer Intern
Ciba Geigy (NOVARTIS)
07.1987 - 08.1991
Maintained strong work ethic and positive attitude throughout summer internship program, earning recognition from supervisors for outstanding performance and commitment to team success.
Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while consistently meeting deadlines under high-pressure situations during internship period.
Education
Internal Medicine
UMDNJ / University Hospital
Newark, NJ
05.2003
M.D. - Medicine
Temple University School of Medicine
Philadelphia, PA
05.2000
Master of Science/Pathology - Experimental Pathology
Roswell Park Cancer Institute
Buffalo, NY
05.1995
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
State University of NY - Syracuse
Syracuse, NY
05.1992
Associate of Science -
Rockland Community College
Suffern, NY
05.1990
Skills
Collaboration and teamwork
Critical thinking
Ethical/safe Practice
Medical Knowledge - Internal Medicine/patient care
Healthcare regulations
Patient Health Assessments
Quality Improvement
Certification
Medical License
- Maine, MD 18785
- Georgia, 055125
NPI: 1215918461
Advanced Clinical Research Associate (ACRA)
RESEARCH
Nosocomial Infections and IV lines, Temple University, Philadelphia, PA, 1996-1997
Expression of LINE-1 p40 protein in human breast tissues, Roswell Park Cancer Institute, Buffalo, NY, 1992-1995
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Hospitalist
Calais Community Hospital
07.2010 - 11.2023
Hospitalist
DownEast Community Hospital
01.2010 - 06.2010
Hospitalist
Wellstar Health System
08.2004 - 12.2009
Assisting Staff
Hackensack University teaching clinic
08.2003 - 05.2004
Assisting Staff
Sol Sherry Thrombosis Research Center
07.1998 - 06.1999
Summer Intern
Ciba Geigy (NOVARTIS)
07.1987 - 08.1991
Internal Medicine
UMDNJ / University Hospital
M.D. - Medicine
Temple University School of Medicine
Master of Science/Pathology - Experimental Pathology
Roswell Park Cancer Institute
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
State University of NY - Syracuse
Associate of Science -
Rockland Community College
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