Graham Parks
Portland,OR
Summary
Compassionate and detail-oriented Physician Assistant student with hands-on experience in interdisciplinary collaboration and surgical assistance. Skilled in educating patients on treatment plans while effectively utilizing electronic health records to optimize care delivery. Eager to contribute to patient-centered healthcare solutions.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Physician Assistant Student
Baptist Health Orthopedics
Lexington, KY
03.2026 - 03.2026
- Interpreted diagnostic imaging and conducted patient assessments for acute and chronic orthopedic conditions.
- Administered joint injections and aspirations.
- Supported surgical operations as first assistant and executed skin closures effectively.
Physician Assistant Student
University of Kentucky Trauma ICU
Lexington, KY
02.2026 - 02.2026
- Monitored critical patients and supported chronic disease management.
- Assisted in operating room for emergent surgeries, including bowel obstruction and exploratory laparotomy.
Physician Assistant Student
Baptist Health Primary Care
Lexington, Kentucky
10.2025 - 12.2025
- Conducted patient assessments and documented medical histories in electronic health records to ensure accurate patient information.
- Educated patients on treatment plans and preventive care strategies to enhance understanding and compliance.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive patient care plans, improving overall patient outcomes.
Surgical Nursing Assistant
Baptist Health Lexington
Lexington, KY
07.2022 - 12.2023
- Provided scrub assistance for orthopedic, cardiothoracic, and vascular surgeries.
- Maintained sterile field and performed intra-operative retraction.
- Prepared patients and operating rooms to support surgical procedures.
Nursing Assistant
Morning Pointe Assisted Living
Danville, Kentucky
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Facilitated activities of daily living for residents to enhance quality of life.
- Advocated for patient needs through effective communication with nursing staff.
Education
Master of Science - Physician Assistant Studies
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY06-2026
Bachelor of Science - Behavioral Neuroscience
Centre College
Danville, KY05-2022
Skills
- Surgical assistance
- Critical care management
- Orthopedic management
- Imaging interpretation
- Electronic health records
- Suturing techniques
- Patient education
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
Certification
BLS 2027
Accomplishments
2024 PAOS Susan Lindahl Memorial Scholar
Timeline
Physician Assistant Student
Baptist Health Orthopedics
03.2026 - 03.2026
Physician Assistant Student
University of Kentucky Trauma ICU
02.2026 - 02.2026
Physician Assistant Student
Baptist Health Primary Care
10.2025 - 12.2025
Surgical Nursing Assistant
Baptist Health Lexington
07.2022 - 12.2023
Nursing Assistant
Morning Pointe Assisted Living
01.2021 - 01.2022
Master of Science - Physician Assistant Studies
University of Kentucky
Bachelor of Science - Behavioral Neuroscience
Centre College