FRITZ DAMAS FRANCOIS
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Seasoned Physician Assistant and mid-level practitioner with 10 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 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
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Physician Assistant
DOCGO
WHITE PLAINS, NY
11.2022 - 08.2023
- Instructed patients on preventive health care, medical problems, medications, and prescribed treatments.
- Provided diagnosis and treatment of acute illnesses, injuries, and chronic diseases.
- Performed routine medical procedures such as injections, immunizations, biopsies, joint aspirations, splinting fractures and dislocations.
- Educated staff members regarding best practices for clinical practice.
- Assessed, diagnosed, treated and delivered follow-up care.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Physician Assistant
Maimon Care - URGENT CARE/PRIMARY CARE
Woodburne, New York
09.2022 - 08.2023
- 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.
- Assisted in performing minor surgeries such as suturing lacerations or removing foreign bodies from the skin.
- Documented all patient visits in an electronic medical record system using appropriate coding.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss complex cases; collaborated with other healthcare providers.
- Prescribed medication according to protocols established by supervising physician.
Physician Assistant
1er Care Family Medicine
Phoenix, AZ
11.2023 - 03.2024
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
- Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Physician Assistant
BLUE STAR: URGENT CARE/PRIMARY CARE
Paterson, New Jersey
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Evaluated the effectiveness of therapeutic interventions; adjusted treatments based on response to therapy.
- Prescribed medication according to protocols established by supervising physician.
- Worked with medical professionals to provide complex clinical care management, patient education and counseling.
- Provided diagnosis and treatment of acute illnesses, injuries, and chronic diseases.
- Conducted patient assessments and physical examinations, ordering and interpreting laboratory tests and diagnostic studies.
- Performed routine medical procedures such as injections, immunizations, biopsies, joint aspirations, splinting fractures and dislocations.
- Assisted in performing minor surgeries such as suturing lacerations or removing foreign bodies from the skin.
Medical Assistant
Favorite Health Staffing
San Diego, CA
03.2021 - 11.2021
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
- Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
- Educated patients on healthcare topics such as nutrition and disease prevention methods.
Medical Assistant
CLINIC & INTERVENTIONAL CARDIOLOGIST
New Rochelle, NY
09.2020 - 03.2021
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
- Conducted EKGs, spirometry testing, audiograms and other diagnostic tests as requested by the physician.
OB Physician
HOSPITAL UNIVERSITAIRE JUSTINIAN
Cap, HAITI
09.2016 - 09.2019
- Performed physical exams, collected medical histories and ordered laboratory tests for obstetrical patients.
- Provided prenatal care, labor management and postpartum care to OB and GYN patients.
- Reviewed ultrasounds and other imaging studies pertaining to obstetrics cases.
- Assessed fetal growth parameters via ultrasound scan measurements.
- Evaluated patient response to treatments or medications prescribed for obstetric conditions.
- Performed cesarean sections when necessary for safe delivery of the baby.
- Explained procedures and test results of prescribed treatments to patients.
- Assisted with family planning decisions such as timing of conception and contraceptive options.
- Provided consulting services to other physicians when medically necessary.
Medical Director/Primary Care Physician
MEDICAL CENTER OF ANSE-A-FOLEUR
ANSE-A-FOLEUR, HAITI
02.2012 - 08.2016
- Performed physical examinations and diagnostic tests to assess patient health.
- Provided medical advice and guidance regarding diet, activity, hygiene and disease prevention.
- Ordered laboratory tests and reviewed results with patients.
- Maintained detailed records of all diagnoses, treatments, medications, test results and other information related to patient care.
- Evaluated new technologies for potential use in providing healthcare services.
- Advised senior leadership on issues related to patient safety and regulatory compliance.
Medical Coordinator
International Medical Corps
Jean RABEL, HAITI
01.2011 - 12.2011
- Organized and tracked patients' appointments, referrals to specialists and follow-up visits.
- Managed incoming calls from patients regarding their medical needs or concerns.
- Coordinated with other healthcare professionals such as nurses and doctors to ensure quality care for patients.
- Provided guidance on preventive health measures to promote healthy lifestyles in patients.
Education
PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT - BOARD OF PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT A
ARIZONA BOARD OF EDUCATION
ARIZONA 06.2023
PHISICIAN ASSISTANT -
JUNTA DE LICENCIAMENTO Y DISCIPLINA MEDICA
PUERTO RICO02.2022
MEDICAL ASSISTANT -
SOLIDARIDAD SIN FRONTERAS
Miami, FL02.2020
SURGICAL FIRST ASSISTANT - AMERICAN BOARD OF SURGICAL ASSISTANT
SOLIDARIDAD SIN FRONTERAS
Miami, FL01.2020
OB PHYSICIAN -
HOSPITAL UNIVERSITAIRE JUSTINIEN
CAP, HAITI09.2019
M.D. -
UNIVERSIDAD TECNOLOGICA DE SANTIAGO
DOMINICAN REPUBLIC11.2010
Skills
- Treatment Planning
- Diagnostic Testing
- Debridement
- Direct Patient Care
- Physical Examination
- eClinicalWorks
- Wound Care
- Interpreting Laboratory Results
- Multilingual in CREOLE, FRENCH, SPANISH AND ENGLISH
- Geriatric Medicine
- Primary Care Experience
- Pediatrics
- Suturing
Affiliations
- LEARN CONTINUALLY
- OPEN TO NEW EXPERIENCES
- DO RESEARCH
- PRACTISE LISTENING SKILLS
Timeline
Physician Assistant
1er Care Family Medicine
11.2023 - 03.2024
Physician Assistant
DOCGO
11.2022 - 08.2023
Physician Assistant
Maimon Care - URGENT CARE/PRIMARY CARE
09.2022 - 08.2023
Physician Assistant
BLUE STAR: URGENT CARE/PRIMARY CARE
05.2022 - 08.2022
Medical Assistant
Favorite Health Staffing
03.2021 - 11.2021
Medical Assistant
CLINIC & INTERVENTIONAL CARDIOLOGIST
09.2020 - 03.2021
OB Physician
HOSPITAL UNIVERSITAIRE JUSTINIAN
09.2016 - 09.2019
Medical Director/Primary Care Physician
MEDICAL CENTER OF ANSE-A-FOLEUR
02.2012 - 08.2016
Medical Coordinator
International Medical Corps
01.2011 - 12.2011
PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT - BOARD OF PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT A
ARIZONA BOARD OF EDUCATION
PHISICIAN ASSISTANT -
JUNTA DE LICENCIAMENTO Y DISCIPLINA MEDICA
MEDICAL ASSISTANT -
SOLIDARIDAD SIN FRONTERAS
SURGICAL FIRST ASSISTANT - AMERICAN BOARD OF SURGICAL ASSISTANT
SOLIDARIDAD SIN FRONTERAS
OB PHYSICIAN -
HOSPITAL UNIVERSITAIRE JUSTINIEN
M.D. -
UNIVERSIDAD TECNOLOGICA DE SANTIAGO
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