ELLA DURU
Richmond,TEXAS
Summary
Dedicated Physician Assistant with extensive hands-on experience in patient evaluation, treatment, and education. Expertise in managing diverse health conditions and executing therapeutic procedures, ensuring comprehensive care and fostering patient trust throughout the healthcare journey.
Overview
1
1
Certification
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Physician Assistant
Doctors Clinic Houston
Houston, TX
04.2025 - Current
- Conducted patient assessments and physical examinations, ordering and interpreting laboratory tests and diagnostic studies.
- Provided diagnosis and treatment of acute illnesses, injuries, and chronic diseases.
- Prescribed medication according to protocols established by supervising physician.
- Ordered laboratory testing, physical assessments and specialist consults to help diagnose and treat patients.
- Managed patient follow-ups and coordinated care with specialists.
- Performed laceration repair, suturing, stapling, and gluing, and used butterfly bandages.
PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT
AQEEQ INTERNAL MEDICINE
Houston, Texas
02.2023 - 03.2025
- Conducted physical examinations, developed comprehensive treatment plans, and educated patients on management of acute and chronic medical conditions.
- Conducted patient follow-up and monitoring, including medication adjustments and review of diagnostic test results, to ensure optimal outcomes and disease management.
- Performed therapeutic procedures, such as injections, immunizations, suturing, and wound care and infection management.
- Educated patients on preventive health measures related to their diagnoses or lifestyle choices.
- Coordinated referrals to specialists, ensuring adherence to established protocols for timely patient care.
PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT
JFK Medical Clinic
Houston, Texas
04.2021 - 02.2023
- Prescribed medications to patients to treat conditions and alleviate symptoms.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic testing to confirm diagnosis and implement accurate treatment plans.
- Conducted physical examinations to evaluate patients' health status and inform treatment decisions.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive patient management plans to ensure coordinated care.
- Educated patients on infectious diseases, nutrition, obesity, and smoking cessation to enhance health outcomes.
COVID-19 Vaccinator Volunteer
Fort Bend County services
Richmond, TX
08.2020 - 12.2020
- Engaged diverse populations to build trust and promote vaccine uptake, enhancing community participation in vaccination efforts.
- Educated patients on vaccine importance and potential side effects, empowering informed decision-making about their health.
- Maintained accurate records of vaccination administration, ensuring comprehensive tracking of patient demographics and vaccine lot numbers to support data integrity.
- Performed quality assurance checks on vaccines prior to administration to ensure proper storage conditions were met.
HEDIS Field Reviewer
Integrated Resource INC
Houston, TX
10.2016 - 08.2019
- Reviewed and analyzed medical records for accuracy of data in HEDIS measurements, ensuring compliance with quality standards.
- Conducted onsite visits to provider offices to gather necessary information for HEDIS reviews, facilitating thorough evaluation processes.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive patient information, upholding ethical standards and trust in data handling.
PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT
Oroki Family Health Care Clinic
Houston, TX
10.2013 - 05.2016
- Evaluated and treated patients with chronic and emergent conditions.
- Administered and prescribed medications and treatments per supervising physician's directives to enhance patient outcomes.
- Ordered laboratory tests and imaging scans to support accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Performed non-invasive medical procedures, including suturing, incising, draining cysts and abscesses.
- Maintained accurate electronic medical records documenting progress notes, lab results, and diagnostic imaging to ensure continuity of patient care.
PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT
Lone Star Medstaff Services
Houston, TX
04.2012 - 09.2013
- Conducted comprehensive physical examinations to diagnose and manage various illnesses in patients.
- Prescribed medications under direction of physician to ameliorate symptoms and treat underlying conditions.
- Executed non-invasive medical procedures, including suturing, incising and draining cysts and abscesses, and providing wound care and debridement.
- Delivered quality healthcare across various settings in rural medicine, urgent care, primary care, pediatrics, and occupational medicine throughout Texas.
PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT
Family Plus Urgent Care
Houston, TX
01.2012 - 09.2013
- Evaluated and managed patients with acute and emergent conditions in clinical settings, prioritizing patient outcomes.
- Treated complex, diverse patient population with acute conditions in urgent care clinic, ensuring timely care.
- Diagnosed and treated patients with acute sports-related injuries, such as sprains, enhancing recovery and mobility.
- Performed laceration repair including suturing, stapling, gluing and use of butterfly bandages.
PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT
Mint Physician Staffing
Houston, TX
04.2012 - 08.2013
- Delivered healthcare in rural medicine, urgent care, pediatrics, and occupational medicine across various locations in Texas, enhancing access to quality care.
- Conducted physical examinations to assess patients' health and current condition for optimal treatment.
- Implemented therapeutic regimens with medications and interventions to manage symptoms and prevent recurrence effectively.
- Educated patients on infectious disease, nutrition, obesity, and smoking cessation, promoting overall health and wellness.
Education
MASTER OF SCIENCE - PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT
Mountain State University
West Virginia07-2011
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - MEDICAL SCIENCE
Mountain State University
West Virginia07-2011
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - BIOLOGY
Texas Southern University
Houston, TX05-2007
Skills
- Primary Care Family Medicine
- Acute Care Management
- Chronic Disease Management
- Patient evaluation
- Patient care
- Suturing techniques
- Clinical Experiences
- Communication skills
Certification
- Texas Physician Assistant License
- DEA Registration Certificate
- National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant (NCCPA)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- NRCME Certified for DOT Examination
Personal Information
Title: Physician Assistant
Timeline
Physician Assistant
Doctors Clinic Houston
04.2025 - Current
PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT
AQEEQ INTERNAL MEDICINE
02.2023 - 03.2025
PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT
JFK Medical Clinic
04.2021 - 02.2023
COVID-19 Vaccinator Volunteer
Fort Bend County services
08.2020 - 12.2020
HEDIS Field Reviewer
Integrated Resource INC
10.2016 - 08.2019
PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT
Oroki Family Health Care Clinic
10.2013 - 05.2016
PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT
Lone Star Medstaff Services
04.2012 - 09.2013
PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT
Mint Physician Staffing
04.2012 - 08.2013
PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT
Family Plus Urgent Care
01.2012 - 09.2013
MASTER OF SCIENCE - PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT
Mountain State University
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - MEDICAL SCIENCE
Mountain State University
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - BIOLOGY
Texas Southern University