JENNIFER ENRIQUEZ
Tucson
Summary
Dynamic Physician Assistant student with hands-on experience at Mayo Clinic, excelling in direct patient care and interprofessional collaboration. Proficient in suturing techniques and preventive medicine, I effectively educate patients on chronic illnesses, and promote adherence to treatment plans. Bilingual in Spanish, I enhance communication and patient engagement in diverse healthcare settings.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physician Assistant Student
Tucson Medical Center
Tucson
06.2025 - 07.2025
- Evaluated a wide range of acute presentations in both adult and pediatric patients, including chest pain, shortness of breath, fever, abdominal pain, lacerations, fractures, and altered mental status.
- Suturing and stapling for laceration repair.
- Documented patient encounters, procedures, and discharge instructions accurately in the electronic medical record (EMR).
Physician Assistant Student
Dr B's Children's Office
Phoenix
05.2025 - 06.2025
- Performed well-child exams across all age groups, including growth charting, developmental milestone assessment, and vaccine review.
- Conducted focused physical exams for common pediatric complaints, such as fever, otitis media, pharyngitis, rashes, asthma, and GI disturbances.
- Communicated primarily in Spanish with patients and families, providing culturally sensitive education and anticipatory guidance.
Physician Assistant Student
Abrazo Scottsdale Campus
Scottsdale
04.2025 - 05.2025
- Performed two-hand knot tying and subcutaneous suturing under supervision.
- Assisted in operative procedures by providing retraction, suctioning, cutting sutures, and maintaining sterile technique.
- Closed skin incisions using staples, simple interrupted, and running sutures.
Physician Assistant Student
Gila River HealthCare
Sacaton
03.2025 - 04.2025
- Conducted well-woman exams, including Pap smears, breast exams, and pelvic exams.
- Counseled patients on contraception, STI prevention, and menopause management.
- Managed common gynecological complaints, such as abnormal bleeding, vaginal infections, and pelvic pain.
PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT STUDENT
Cornerstone Health
Tucson
01.2025 - 02.2025
- Conduct comprehensive pain assessments, review medical history, and document pain severity, triggers, and treatment responses.
- Counsel patients on medication use (opioids, NSAIDs, muscle relaxants), lifestyle modifications, and alternative therapies like acupuncture or physical therapy.
- Counseled patients on health promotion topics such as nutrition, exercise habits, smoking cessation techniques.
PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT STUDENT
Mayo Clinic
Phoenix
11.2024 - 12.2024
- Managed acute illnesses such as infections and respiratory conditions.
- Examined patients to obtain information about physical condition.
PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT STUDENT
InclusiCare Medical
Phoenix
10.2024 - 11.2024
- Counseled patients on preventative healthcare measures such as diet and exercise regimens.
- Provided patient education regarding chronic illnesses such as diabetes, hypertension, and asthma.
- Conducted physical examinations and obtained vital signs for patients in the Internal Medicine department.
- Ordered laboratory tests and interpreted results to assist in diagnosing conditions or diseases.
- Educated patients on PrEP and PEP. Emphasize adherence to medication.
PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT STUDENT
Pinnacle Dermatology
Scottsdale
09.2024 - 10.2024
- Assisted physicians during biopsies of suspicious lesions to rule out malignancy.
- Prescribed topical medications to treat dermatologic disorders including acne, psoriasis, eczema, rosacea, and other inflammatory conditions.
- Counseled patients on lifestyle changes that could improve their skin health.
- Assisted in the performance of minor surgical procedures such as excisions and cryotherapy.
- Performed injections, suturing and wound care, and other therapeutic procedures to manage infection.
- Prescribed therapy and medication with physician approval.
PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT STUDENT
Crisis Response Center
Tucson
08.2024 - 09.2024
- Communicated effectively with colleagues across multiple disciplines including nursing staff, pharmacists, lab technicians, social workers.
- Conducted assessments of patient's mental health status and needs.
- Utilized motivational interviewing techniques to help patients make positive changes.
- Engaged patients by providing compassionate, empathetic, and nonjudgmental care.
- Gathered information by observing and questioning patients.
CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT
University of Arizona - Cancer Center
Tucson
12.2021 - 07.2023
- Assist the attending physician, resident, and/or fellow during Mohs surgery by handling instruments and maintaining a sterile field.
- Preparing and sterilizing surgical instruments and trays.
- Educate patients on post-procedure care, suture removal, and wound healing.
- Administer local anesthesia.
- Schedule Mohs surgery appointments and follow-up visits.
CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT
Oasis Dermatology P.C.
Green Valley
08.2020 - 07.2023
- Rooming patients, taking medical histories, and documenting chief complaints.
- Preparing patients for dermatologic procedures (e.g., biopsies, cryotherapy, excisions, Mohs surgery)
- Administering local anesthesia under physician supervision.
- Managing pathology specimens, ensuring proper labeling and submissions to labs.
- Assisting with scheduling and coordinating patient appointments.
CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT
Associated Dermatologist PC
Tucson
08.2015 - 08.2020
- Performed patient intake, including gathering detailed medical histories and vital signs.
- Documented medical data in patient charts, facilitating accurate records.
- Performed basic clinical duties such as dressing changes, wound cleaning, dressing removal, and suture removal.
- Documented visits using Electronic Medical Records system.
- Stocked supplies and instruments for examination rooms.
Education
MASTER OF SCIENCE (M.S.) - PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT STUDIES
Northern Arizona University
Phoenix08.2025
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S.) - PHYSIOLOGY
The University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ, US05.2021
ASSOCIATE IN ARTS (A.A.) -
Pima Community College
Tucson05.2018
ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE (A.S.) -
Pima Community College
Tucson05.2018
Skills
- Suturing techniques
- Interprofessional collaboration
- Preventive medicine
- Direct patient care
- Surgical assistance
- Performing physicals
- Bilingual communication
Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- Basic Life Support
- National Healthcare Association (NHA)
References
References available upon request
Languages
SPANISH, Native
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Physician Assistant Student
Tucson Medical Center
06.2025 - 07.2025
Physician Assistant Student
Dr B's Children's Office
05.2025 - 06.2025
Physician Assistant Student
Abrazo Scottsdale Campus
04.2025 - 05.2025
Physician Assistant Student
Gila River HealthCare
03.2025 - 04.2025
PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT STUDENT
Cornerstone Health
01.2025 - 02.2025
PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT STUDENT
Mayo Clinic
11.2024 - 12.2024
PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT STUDENT
InclusiCare Medical
10.2024 - 11.2024
PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT STUDENT
Pinnacle Dermatology
09.2024 - 10.2024
PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT STUDENT
Crisis Response Center
08.2024 - 09.2024
CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT
University of Arizona - Cancer Center
12.2021 - 07.2023
CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT
Oasis Dermatology P.C.
08.2020 - 07.2023
CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT
Associated Dermatologist PC
08.2015 - 08.2020
MASTER OF SCIENCE (M.S.) - PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT STUDIES
Northern Arizona University
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S.) - PHYSIOLOGY
The University of Arizona
ASSOCIATE IN ARTS (A.A.) -
Pima Community College
ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE (A.S.) -
Pima Community College
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