Emily Purdy
Columbia,MD
Summary
Seasoned physician assistant and mid-level practitioner with several years of experience in delivering direct clinical care to diverse patient populations. Highly skilled in communicating complex health care issues to supervisors and personnel and devising plans to meet patient physical and psychological care needs. Expertise in providing preventive care, actualizing emergency interventions and performing invasive and non-invasive procedures to restore and maintain patients' health. Proven leadership abilities that guide healthcare professionals towards achievement of patient outcome goals while optimizing activities and driving organizational missions.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physician Assistant- Internal Medicine
Michael Randolph MD PC
Baltimore, MD
03.2017 - 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.
- Instructed patients on preventive health care, medical problems, medications, and prescribed treatments.
- Documented all patient visits in an electronic medical record system using NextGen and MedConnect.
- Reviewed patient records to assess quality of care provided by other health professionals.
- Counseled patients about wellness activities including diet and exercise regimens; referred patients to specialists when necessary.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of therapeutic interventions; adjusted treatments based on response to therapy.
- Monitored progress of patients over time through regular follow-up visits.
- Coordinated services between primary care providers and specialists.
- Maintained CME status and attended seminars and conferences related to current developments in healthcare technology and medicine.
Physician Assistant- Neuroscience
Sinai Hospital of Baltimore
Pikesville, MD
10.2016 - 02.2017
- Performed comprehensive patient exams and assessments within the ED and inpatient to formulate, implement and continuously update individualized plans of care.
- First, assisted neurosurgeons with skilled support during surgeries and complicated medical procedures.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatment plans as necessary.
- Rapidly ordered laboratory testing, physical assessments and specialist consults to help diagnose and treat patients within stroke codes.
- Collaborated with APP team and developed plans for patient management with physicians' supervision.
- Attended seminars and conferences related to current developments in healthcare technology and medicine.
Education
Master of Science - Physician Assistant Studies
Duquesne University
Pittsburgh, PA08-2016
Skills
- Direct Patient Care
- Planning and implementing treatment plans
- Prescription Management
- Diagnostic Testing
- Interpreting laboratory results
- Preoperative evaluations
- Surgical Assistance
- Wound Care
- Short procedure performance
- Care Planning
- Nutritional counseling
- Electronic Medical Records
Accomplishments
- Cum Laude
Certification
- ACLS
- BLS
- NCCPA Certified
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Physician Assistant- Internal Medicine
Michael Randolph MD PC
03.2017 - Current
Physician Assistant- Neuroscience
Sinai Hospital of Baltimore
10.2016 - 02.2017
- ACLS
- BLS
- NCCPA Certified
Master of Science - Physician Assistant Studies
Duquesne University
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