Jayne Finch
Coralville,IA
Summary
Experienced physician assistant with exceptional diagnostic skills and clinical acumen. Compassionate healthcare provider and excellent problem solver. Self-starter and proficient multitasker looking for a new opportunity for professional growth.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Otolaryngology Physician Assistant
VAMC
10.2015 - Current
- Evaluated new and existing patients in outpatient setting
- Performed otomicroscopy, flexible fiber rhinoscopy and laryngoscopy, myringotomy and tube placement, intratympanic injections, biopsies and other clinic procedures
- Triaged consult requests and streamlined clinic workflow by collaborating closely with physicians, nurses, and support staff.
- Exhibited excellent problem-solving skills when encountering complex medical cases, collaborating with physicians and other healthcare professionals to determine most appropriate course of action for optimal patient outcomes.
- Represented surgical service line on Transfusion Utilization Committee
- Mentored residents, medical students and newly hired APP within practice, helping them acclimate to their roles effectively while fostering collaborative work environment.
Hematology/Oncology Physician Assistant
VAMC
11.2003 - 02.2016
- Evaluated new and existing patients in primarily outpatient setting
- Formulated treatment plans and prepared chemotherapy orders
- Identified and enrolled eligible patients for clinical studies
- Performed bone marrow biopsies and trained resident physicians in procedure.
Hematology/Oncology Physician Assistant
Northwest Oncology & Hematology, S.C.
09.2000 - 08.2003
- Evaluated new and existing outpatients in private group practice setting
- Identified patients eligible for clinical trials
- Prepared chemotherapy orders
- Performed bone marrow biopsies.
Guest Lecturer
Finch University Of Health Sciences
11.2002 - 11.2002
- Presented five lecture hours to physician assistant students on hematology/oncology topics including anemia, plasma cell dyscrasias, myelodysplastic syndromes, myeloproliferative and lymphoproliferative disorders
Hematology/Oncology Physician Assistant
VAMC
06.1997 - 08.2000
- Evaluated new and existing patients in primarily outpatient setting
- Formulated treatment plans and prepared chemotherapy orders
- Identified and enrolled eligible patients for clinical studies
- Performed bone marrow biopsies and trained resident physicians to perform procedure.
Primary Care Physician Assistant
University of Northern Iowa, Student Health Center
08.1995 - 05.1997
- Provided primary care for college students
- Supported patient education initiatives by creating informative materials on various health topics and preventative measures, and establishing informational column in student newspaper
- Presented health information programs to university organizations.
Education
N.C.C.P.A. Board Certification -
01.1995
Masters of Physician Assistant Studies -
University of Iowa Graduate College
Iowa City, IA01.1995
Certificate of Completion, Physician Assistant Program -
University of Iowa College of Medicine
Iowa City, IA01.1995
B.S., Health and Human Physiology -
University of Iowa
Iowa City01.1993
Skills
- Otomicroscopy
- Myringotomy and tube placement
- Intratympanic injections
- Rhinoscopy - flexible, rigid
- Flexible laryngoscopy
- Electrocautery and epistaxis control
- Biopsies - head/neck, bone marrow
- Cerumen and foreign body removal
Organizations
- Society of PA’s in Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery (SPAO – HNS)
Research Activities
2007-2008, Iowa City VA, Prepared application for CALGB research cooperative group membership and assisted with IRB applications for all cooperative group clinical trials prior to the hiring of a full-time research nurse coordinator.
Leadership Experience
- Board of Directors, Iowa City Community School District, 11/2021-current
- Chair, Iowa City Community School District Equity Committee, 9/2017-8/2021
- Chief PA Hematology/Oncology Service, Iowa City VAMC, 2011-2015
- Iowa City VA Bone Marrow Donor Drive, Team Lead, 2011
- VA National Cancer Care Collaborative, Team Lead, 2010
- Computerized Patient Record Advisory Committee, 2004-2008
- Iowa City VAMC Fall Symposium Committee, 2004
- Quality Assurance Committee, Northwest Oncology & Hematology, 2001-2003
- Iowa City VAMC Transfusion Review Committee, 8/1998-8/2000, 7/2023-current
Personal Information
Title: PA-C, MPAS
Cycling, yoga, community volunteering
Big Sister with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Johnson County, awarded "2023 Big of the Year"
Timeline
Otolaryngology Physician Assistant
VAMC
10.2015 - Current
Hematology/Oncology Physician Assistant
VAMC
11.2003 - 02.2016
Guest Lecturer
Finch University Of Health Sciences
11.2002 - 11.2002
Hematology/Oncology Physician Assistant
Northwest Oncology & Hematology, S.C.
09.2000 - 08.2003
Hematology/Oncology Physician Assistant
VAMC
06.1997 - 08.2000
Primary Care Physician Assistant
University of Northern Iowa, Student Health Center
08.1995 - 05.1997
N.C.C.P.A. Board Certification -
Masters of Physician Assistant Studies -
University of Iowa Graduate College
Certificate of Completion, Physician Assistant Program -
University of Iowa College of Medicine
B.S., Health and Human Physiology -
University of Iowa