JENNIFER BENDOKAS
Gulf Breeze
Summary
Dynamic physician assistant with extensive experience in otolaryngology, excelling in endoscopic procedures and chronic disease management. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through interdisciplinary collaboration and patient education, while implementing evidence-based practices to optimize care delivery. Committed to advancing clinical protocols and improving patient health.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Physician Assistant – Otolaryngology (ENT)
Northwest Florida ENT
01.2024 - Current
- Executed flexible/rigid endoscopy and performed sinus debridement, epistaxis control, cerumen and foreign body removal, and mastoid debridement, facilitating accurate diagnoses and effective treatment
- Provided outpatient ENT care in high-volume clinic, addressing sinus, sleep, hearing, and vestibular/balance disorders to improve patient outcomes
- Conducted patient assessments and gathered medical histories to inform treatment plans.
Physician Assistant – Otolaryngology (ENT)
White-Wilson Medical Center
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Performed flexible and rigid endoscopy, sinus debridement, epistaxis control, cerumen and foreign body removal, and mastoid debridement to address patient needs effectively
- Managed diverse ENT conditions for adults and children, collaborating with otolaryngologist and audiologist to ensure comprehensive patient care
- Assisted in developing treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs.
Physician Assistant – Otolaryngology (ENT)
Gulf Coast Breathe Free
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Specialized care for chronic rhinosinusitis and allergic disease
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments and medical history reviews.
- Educated new physician assistants on clinical procedures and protocols to ensure high-quality patient care.
Physician Assistant – Military & Government Medicine
U.S. Air Force / Loyal Source
01.2014 - 01.2020
- Managed chronic disease, performed skin biopsies, I&D, suturing, joint injections; directed deployment health program to ensure comprehensive care
- Developed Antimicrobial Stewardship Program, improving treatment protocols for 11,000 beneficiaries
- Managed primary care for 1,600 patients, delivering high-volume outpatient and telehealth services
Education
DMSc -
University of Lynchburg
Lynchburg, VAMPAS -
University of North Texas HSC
Fort Worth, TXB.A. - Interdisciplinary Studies
University of Texas At Dallas
Richardson, TXA.A.S. - Medical Laboratory Technology
Community College of the Air Force
Skills
- Endoscopic procedures
- Physical examination
- Radiology interpretation
- Pathology interpretation
- Debridement
- Chronic disease care
- Patient assessment
- Diagnostic codes
- Medical documentation
- Evidence-based practice
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Patient education
Licensure
- DC
- FL
- NM
Leadership And Presentations
- Fellow, AAPA
- Regional Director; Area Representative, Florida Academy of PAs
- Scholarship Chair, Society of PAs in Otolaryngology/Head & Neck Surgery
- Workshop Proctor, Flexible Nasopharyngoscopy & Laryngoscopy, ENT for the PA-C
- Lecturer, Can You Hear Me Now? Hearing Loss & Vertigo, FAPA Symposium
Timeline
Physician Assistant – Otolaryngology (ENT)
Northwest Florida ENT
01.2024 - Current
Physician Assistant – Otolaryngology (ENT)
White-Wilson Medical Center
01.2023 - 01.2024
Physician Assistant – Otolaryngology (ENT)
Gulf Coast Breathe Free
01.2021 - 01.2023
Physician Assistant – Military & Government Medicine
U.S. Air Force / Loyal Source
01.2014 - 01.2020
DMSc -
University of Lynchburg
MPAS -
University of North Texas HSC
B.A. - Interdisciplinary Studies
University of Texas At Dallas
A.A.S. - Medical Laboratory Technology
Community College of the Air Force