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Hiren Patel, PA

Charlotte,NC

Summary

Seasoned Physician Assistant and mid-level practitioner with 23 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

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Physician Assistant, Internal Medicine Preceptor

Atrium Health University City
Charlotte, NC
01.2023 - Current
  • Facilitated the orientation process for incoming preceptees, ensuring they receive necessary training and resources.
  • Evaluated students to identify knowledge gaps and conduct thorough assessments.
  • Coached students on strategies for successful time management within a clinical setting.
  • Mentored students on how best to approach challenging situations encountered during clinical rotations.
  • Provided mentorship to promote critical thinking skills among learners.
  • Fostered an atmosphere that values cultural diversity in patient care delivery methods.
  • Identified opportunities for improvement and provided constructive criticism when needed.
  • Cultivated collaborative and innovative learning environment to meet each student's unique educational needs.
  • Educated preceptees on evidence-based practice guidelines and standards of care for specific populations.

Physcian Assistant

Atrium Healthcare
Charlotte, NC
01.2023 - Current
  • Conducted thorough physical evaluations and collected patient information to facilitate smooth and effective visits.
  • Recommended diagnoses based on examinations, test results and reported symptoms.
  • Documented all patient visits in an electronic medical record system using appropriate coding.
  • Ordered laboratory testing, physical assessments and specialist consults to help diagnose and treat patients.
  • Instructed patients on preventive health care, medical problems, medications, and prescribed treatments.

Physician Assistant-TeleMedicine

Atrium Health
Charlotte, VT
01.2007 - Current
  • Performed History, Assessment Plan for variety of medical conditions via telemedicine platform.
  • Requires working knowledge of latest telemedicine platforms and to accurately asses diagnose and treat patients in short amount of time with efficiency and accuracy.

Physician Assistant, Internal Medicine

Atrium Health , University Internal Medicine
Charlotte, NC
10.2001 - 12.2022
  • Interviewed patients and reviewed patient files to determine medical histories, previous treatment and therapies and medication history.
  • Performed laceration repair, suturing, stapling and gluing and used butterfly bandages.
  • Ordered laboratory tests and imaging scans to complete further investigations.
  • Performed comprehensive patient exams and assessments to formulate, implement and continuously update individualized plans of care.
  • Instructed patients on preventive health care, medical problems, medications, and prescribed treatments.
  • Assessed, diagnosed, treated and delivered follow-up care.
  • Recommended diagnoses based on examinations, test results and reported symptoms.
  • Counseled patients about wellness activities including diet and exercise regimens; referred patients to specialists when necessary.
  • Reviewed patient records to assess quality of care provided by other health professionals.
  • Educated staff members regarding best practices for clinical practice.
  • Performed routine medical procedures such as injections, immunizations, biopsies, joint aspirations, splinting fractures and dislocations.
  • Conducted patient assessments and physical examinations, ordering and interpreting laboratory tests and diagnostic studies.
  • Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.

Physician Assistant, Cardiothoracic Surgery

Sangar Clininc
Charlotte, NC
02.2000 - 10.2001

Independantly performed endoscopic vein harvesting, 1st assist in all CVT and vascular procedures in both adult and pediatric populations.

Evaluated patients in clinic both pre and post op settings

Made hospital rounds, performed consults reviewed labs, imaging studies to devise appropriate patient care

  • Communicated with professionalism and compassion when interacting with surgical team and patients.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Physician Assistant

Marywood University
Scranton, PA
06-2000

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Georgia Institute of Technology
Atlanta, GA
06-1998

Skills

  • Internal Medicine
  • Interpreting Pathology Results
  • Conversant in English, Gujarthi
  • Patient History Documentation
  • Nutritional Counseling
  • Preoperative Evaluations
  • Emergency Medicine
  • Performing multiple minor in office surgical procedures

Timeline

Physician Assistant, Internal Medicine Preceptor

Atrium Health University City
01.2023 - Current

Physcian Assistant

Atrium Healthcare
01.2023 - Current

Physician Assistant-TeleMedicine

Atrium Health
01.2007 - Current

Physician Assistant, Internal Medicine

Atrium Health , University Internal Medicine
10.2001 - 12.2022

Physician Assistant, Cardiothoracic Surgery

Sangar Clininc
02.2000 - 10.2001

Bachelor of Science - Physician Assistant

Marywood University

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Georgia Institute of Technology
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