ELIZABETH TRIMMER
Anaheim,CA
Summary
Hardworking and passionate Physician Assistant with strong organizational skills eager to secure first position. Dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Strong history of success in meeting patient needs by leveraging healthcare expertise to diagnose and treat conditions. Conduct hands-on assessments, collect patient histories and order laboratory tests independently to support patient needs. Self-motivated and hardworking with excellent bedside manner.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant and Scribe
Newport Family Podiatry
12.2016 - 08.2021
- Accompanied physicians through day in fast-paced, stressful environments.
- Charted patient encounters by recording information about examinations, diagnosis, treatment plans, lab results, prescriptions and other details directly into electronic charts.
- Demonstrated confidentiality in dealing with sensitive information and records to comply with HIPAA guidelines and regulations.
- Responded to patient inquiries to provide information and resolve issues and concerns.
- Gathered patient charts to prepare for upcoming appointments and maintain organization.
- Communicated with healthcare providers to clarify information and resolve issues.
- Collaborated with team members to share knowledge and keep workflow moving smoothly.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions, refills and lab orders.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room, sterilizing instruments, holding traction, helping with instruments, and applying dressings.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
Math and Science Tutor
Personal Business
08.2010 - 07.2021
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and developed unique materials.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Met with parents to discuss student progress and address concerns.
- Collaborated with students and family to navigate applying to college.
- Coordinated opportunities to volunteer and speak with professionals within their field of interest.
Inventory Specialist
Ivivva By Lululemon
10.2013 - 09.2017
- Developed inventory reports to provide management with comprehensive data on inventory levels.
- Collaborated with the procurement team to establish steady supply of inventory.
- Established protocols to use for inventory control and management, streamlining internal process.
- Developed materials to educate staff on proper inventory management techniques and product education.
- Executed regular inventory counts and supply audits to monitor shrinkage and generate insights into purchasing decisions.
- Supervised and trained new staff in performing census, stocking, and organization.
- Identified and tracked slow-moving inventory, recommended promotions and determined optimal replacements.
- Planned and scheduled projects and directly performed installations in multiple stores.
- Conducted interviews by following stringent guidelines and confidentiality laws.
Laboratory Research Assistant
UC Berkeley
10.2010 - 07.2012
- Coordinated and managed laboratory projects and experiments.
- Assisted scientists by collecting and organizing laboratory data.
- Participated in research projects by designing and executing experiments.
- Prepared reagents and solutions following standard laboratory formulas and procedures.
- Prepared samples for analysis by performing complex sample preparation tasks.
- Operated laboratory equipment and instruments.
- Analyzed results using analytical software and created reports.
- Interpreted laboratory results to provide technical advice to scientists.
- Participated in lab meetings and project presentations.
Laboratory Assistant
Chang Labs
08.2008 - 08.2010
- Maintained safe, tidy and organized laboratory environment for accurate test results.
- Inspected laboratory equipment to maintain good working condition for optimal results.
- Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
- Collaborated with other departments to establish cohesive laboratory operations.
- Researched new methods and techniques to improve laboratory procedures.
- Assisted scientists by collecting and organizing laboratory data.
- Prepared reagents and solutions following standard laboratory formulas and procedures.
- Troubleshot and resolved equipment and process issues.
- Collaborated with researchers and scientists to design and execute experiments.
Education
Master of Physician Assistant Studies -
Idaho State University
Pocatello, ID08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
University of California, Berkeley
Berkeley, CA08.2010
Skills
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Histories and Physical Examinations
- Preventive Care
- Implementing Treatment Plans
- Diagnostic Test Ordering
- Interpreting Laboratory Results and Images
- Differential Diagnosis
- Patient Education
- Medication Prescribing
- Medication Side Effect Knowledge
- Managing Prescription Refills
- Skin Condition Diagnosis and Treatment
- Wound Care
- Punch Biopsies, Shave Biopsies, ED&C and Cryotherapy
- Fingernail and Toenail Removal
- Casting
- Suturing
- OR Experience
- Laparoscopic Surgery
- Hospital Consultations
- Rounds Management
- Discharge Summaries and Patient Instructions
- EMR Systems
- Diagnostic Codes
- Communicating Through a Translator
- Excellent Written and Verbal Communication
- Commitment to Evidenced Based Medicine
- Team Based Care
- Willingness to Learn New Skills
Clinical Rotations
Over 1,800 patient encounters and over 400 procedures performed.
- Dermatology – St. Luke's Dermatology and Mohs Surger - Twin Falls, ID
- Emergency Medicine – St. Luke's Emergency Department - Boise, ID
- Family Medicine – St. Luke's Eastern Oregon Medical Associated Clinic - Baker City, OR
- General Surgery – St. Luke's Medical Center - Boise, ID
- Internal Medicine – St. Luke's Clinic Family Medicine - Nampa, ID
- OB/GYN – St. Luke's Clinic Trinity Mountain - Mountain Home, ID
- Pediatrics – St. Luke's Clinic Family Medicine - Nampa, ID
- Psychiatry – Portneuf Medical Center, Inpatient Psychiatry - Pocatello, ID
Certification
- Certified BLS, AHA - Expires September 2025
- Certified ACLS, AHA - Expires August 2024
- Certified NCCPA - Expires September 2033
- California Physician Assistant License - Expires December 2024
- DEA License - Expires October 2026
- Medically Assisted Treatment of Opioid Use Disorder Training - Completed May 2022
- Culturally Competent Care Training - Completed December 2021
- Smiles for Life, a National Oral Health Curriculum - Completed October 2021
- iPLEDGE Registered - Expires October 2024
Professional References
- Benjamin Bradley, PA-C 208-463-7330
- Theresa Walbridge, PA-C 208-241-7345
- Megan Jones, PA-C 208-409-8559
- Dan Sorenson, PA-C 208-680-0221
- Michael Hattan, DPM 949-279-9074
Timeline
Medical Assistant and Scribe
Newport Family Podiatry
12.2016 - 08.2021
Inventory Specialist
Ivivva By Lululemon
10.2013 - 09.2017
Laboratory Research Assistant
UC Berkeley
10.2010 - 07.2012
Math and Science Tutor
Personal Business
08.2010 - 07.2021
Laboratory Assistant
Chang Labs
08.2008 - 08.2010
Master of Physician Assistant Studies -
Idaho State University
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
University of California, Berkeley
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