Heather Lalonde
Physician Assistant
Granby,MA
Summary
I am a competent Physician Assistant 5+ years of experience in addiction medicine and two years in internal medicine and psychiatry. I have well-developed skills in patient observation, assessment, and examination.
I am seeking a new opportunity for growth as Physician Assistant. I am a compassionate healthcare provider and excellent problem solver and multitasker. I am an organized and dependable candidate capable of managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. I am willing to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Physician Assistant
Experience Wellness
Springfield, MA
10.2014 - 05.2017
- Collaborated with medical colleagues to offer clinical care management, patient education, and preventative options.
- Recorded patient history to accurately track conditions, progress and diagnosis for comprehensive medical records.
- Prescribed medications to patients to treat conditions and alleviate symptoms.
- Managed chronic conditions by monitoring patient health and treatment plan progress to make necessary adjustments in care.
- Performed therapeutic procedures such as injections in addiction prevention.
- Provided counseling on emotional problems of daily living while promoting wellness and health maintenance.
- Maintained patient confidentiality and adhered to HIPAA regulations.
- Coordinated patient referrals to specialty providers.
- Established continuity of care by completing patient management plans and paperwork by deadlines.
- Implemented therapeutic regimens involving medications and other interventions to mitigate symptoms and prevent reoccurrence.
- Referred to and consulted with physicians and other healthcare providers on patient care.
- Rapidly analyzed and responded to critical situations such as overdosing and psychological emergencies.
- Counseled patients and family members regarding addiction
- Educated patients on variety of infectious disease issues, nutrition, smoking cessation, and addiction, to improve overall health and wellness.
- Ordered and interpreted various tests to provide information on patient condition.
- Conducted physical examinations to assess patients' health and current condition for optimal treatment.
Physician Assistant
Experience Wellness
Springfield, MA
01.2013 - 05.2013
- Collaborated with medical colleagues to offer clinical care management, patient education, and preventative options.
- Recorded patient history to accurately track conditions, progress and diagnosis for comprehensive medical records.
- Prescribed medications to patients to treat conditions and alleviate symptoms.
- Managed chronic conditions by monitoring patient health and treatment plan progress to make necessary adjustments in care.
- Performed therapeutic procedures such as injections in addiction prevention.
- Provided counseling on emotional problems of daily living while promoting wellness and health maintenance.
- Maintained patient confidentiality and adhered to HIPAA regulations.
- Coordinated patient referrals to specialty providers.
- Established continuity of care by completing patient management plans and paperwork by deadlines.
- Implemented therapeutic regimens involving medications and other interventions to mitigate symptoms and prevent reoccurrence.
- Referred to and consulted with physicians and other healthcare providers on patient care.
- Rapidly analyzed and responded to critical situations such as overdosing and psychological emergencies.
- Counseled patients and family members regarding addiction
- Educated patients on variety of infectious disease issues, nutrition, smoking cessation, and addiction, to improve overall health and wellness.
- Ordered and interpreted various tests to provide information on patient condition.
- Conducted physical examinations to assess patients' health and current condition for optimal treatment.
Physician Assistant
Providence Behavioral Health Hospital
Holyoke, MA
06.2010 - 07.2012
- Educated patients on various infectious diseases, nutrition, obesity, smoking cessation, addiction, to improve overall health and wellness.
- Rapidly analyzed and responded to critical situations such as cardiovascular, abdominal,neurological, and psychological in emergency situations.
- Referred to and consulted with physicians and other healthcare providers on patient care.
- Implemented therapeutic regimens involving medications and other interventions to mitigate symptoms and prevent reoccurrence.
- Conducted physical examinations to assess patients' health and current condition for optimal treatment.
- Managed chronic conditions by monitoring patient health and treatment plan progress to make necessary adjustments in care.
- Conducted rounds in the hospital and ART program for children to check on admitted patients and provide care.
- Prescribed medications to patients to treat conditions and alleviate symptoms.
- Recorded patient history to accurately track conditions, progress, and diagnosis.
- Researched industry innovations and emerging treatments to improve care delivery via Up-To-Date, medical journals, and CMEs.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic testing to confirm diagnosis and implement appropriate treatment plans.
- Coordinated patient referrals to specialty providers.
- Provided counseling on emotional problems of daily living while promoting wellness and health maintenance.
- Established continuity of care by completing patient management plans and paperwork by deadlines.
- Maintained patient confidentiality and adhered to HIPAA regulations.
Education
Master of Science - Physician Assistant
Massachusetts College of Pharmacy And Health Scien
Manchester, NH 01.2008 - 12.2008
Bachelor of Arts - Biology And Chemistry
College of Our Lady of The Elms
Chicopee, MA 09.2003 - 05.2007
High School Diploma -
Granby Jr Sr High School
Granby, MA 09.2000 - 05.2003
Skills
Diagnosing conditions
Evaluating diagnostic results
Discharge summaries
Preventive care
Patient Assessments
Managing prescription refills
Educating patients
Medical terminology in [Languages]
Medical Records Management
Point of care testing
EMR / EHR
Staff education and training
Internal Medicine
Completing examinations
Differential diagnoses
Interpreting radiology results
Interpreting images
Patient Management
Timeline
Physician Assistant
Experience Wellness
10.2014 - 05.2017
Physician Assistant
Experience Wellness
01.2013 - 05.2013
Physician Assistant
Providence Behavioral Health Hospital
06.2010 - 07.2012
Master of Science - Physician Assistant
Massachusetts College of Pharmacy And Health Scien
01.2008 - 12.2008
Bachelor of Arts - Biology And Chemistry
College of Our Lady of The Elms
09.2003 - 05.2007
High School Diploma -
Granby Jr Sr High School
09.2000 - 05.2003