Seasoned physician assistant (associate) bringing 9+ years of healthcare experience. Highly analytical and organized with observant, detail-oriented nature dedicated to optimal patient care. Well-versed in supporting patients, colleagues, physicians, and internet technology.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Emergency Room Physician Assistant - Full Time
Hackensack Meridian Health System - Main Campus
Hackensack, NJ
08.2017 - Current
Lead Clinical Preceptor.
Carried out and educated therapeutic interventions to address acute issues.
Effectively reduced symptoms and treated underlying conditions by prescribing targeted medications and therapies under physician guidance.
Skillfully supported or performed on behalf of physicians in basic and invasive medical procedures.
Documented full medical histories, treatment progress and evaluation data in clinical EHR (Epic).
Created over 800 medical smart-phrases to support EHR in timely and accurate documentation.
Reviewed examination information, laboratory reports and expressed symptoms to make tentative diagnoses.
Performed therapeutic procedures such as injections, immunizations and infection management.
Internal Medicine Physician Assistant
Advance Medical Group
Hackensack, NJ
05.2016 - 06.2017
Directed patients on medication use and lifestyle modifications to improve health.
Documented full medical histories, treatment progress and evaluation data in clinical EHR (Epic).
Reviewed examination information, laboratory reports and expressed symptoms to make tentative diagnoses.
Devised treatment plans for disorders involving cardiovascular, endocrine and other internal systems.
Obtained exhaustive patient histories and completed physical examinations to gather complete health picture of patients.
Emergency Room Physician Assistant - Per Diem
Hackettstown Hospital
Hackettstown, NJ
05.2016 - 06.2017
Effectively reduced symptoms and treated underlying conditions by prescribing targeted medications and therapies.
Rapidly analyzed and responded to critical situations such as cardiovascular, abdominal and neurological in emergency situations.
Educated patients on variety of infectious disease issues, nutrition, obesity and smoking cessation to improve overall health and wellness.
Implemented therapeutic regiments involving medications and other interventions to mitigate symptoms and prevent reoccurrence.
Skillfully supported, or performed in place of physicians in basic and invasive medical procedures in a community hospital.
Rapid Response Physician Assistant
Hackensack Meridian Health System
Hackensack, NJ
09.2013 - 08.2016
Effectively reduced symptoms and treated underlying conditions by prescribing targeted medications and therapies.
Responded to critical and emergent situations during off-hours, effectively stabilizing a wide variety of basic to complex patients.
Reviewed examination information, laboratory reports and expressed symptoms to make tentative diagnoses.
Updated patient records with results, diagnoses and treatment plans.
Neurosurgical/Intensive Care Unit Physician Assistant
Hackensack University Medical Center, Trauma & Surgical Critical Care
03.2014 - 01.2016
Operated critical care equipment to keep patients stable and promote recovery.
Examined patients and diagnosed conditions such as critical trauma, stroke, brain surgeries, burns and critical and complex surgeries on regular basis.
Conducted advanced procedures such as intubations and central line insertions in emergency care situation.
Coordinated with other services including neurosurgery, surgery, and medicine specialties.
Ordered and executed various tests, analyses and diagnostic images to provide information on patient condition.
Performed rapid, focused triage exams in busy Level 2 Trauma Unit receiving average of 30 patients per shift.
Assisted with implementation of aggressive quality assurance and compliance program to conform to hospital standard of care.
Practiced trauma in a nationally recognized facility, providing diagnosis and treatment for critical care and neurosurgical patients.
Worked with intubated and ventilated patients, monitoring and reporting on conditions to maintain stats within optimal levels.
Teamed with other physicians, specialists and health care providers to provide well-rounded care for complex cases.
Urgent Care Physician Assistant
Immedicenter
Clifton, NJ
05.2012 - 03.2013
Prescribed medications as needed for patients in conjunction with other treatments according to specific personal medical conditions.
Documented full medical histories, treatment progress and evaluation data in McKesson EHR System.
Completed in-depth physical evaluations and gathered patient medical data to complete speedy, successful office visits.
Worked in direct collaboration with other physicians and referred patients accordingly to best support health care needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Alvernia University
Reading, PA
07.2009
Masters of Physician Assistant (MPA) - Physician Assistant - Masters
Touro College School of Health Sciences
07.2011
Skills
Teamwork
Training & Development
Analytical skills
Critical thinking
Compassion
Accomplishments
Nationally Registered & Certified Physician Assistant in the State of New Jersey.
BLS, PALS, ACLS, ATLS
MEMBERSHIPS.
New Jersey State Society of Physician Assistants NJSSPA, Vice President 2018.
American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA)
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE.
Chair of Information Technology Committee of Randolph Fire Dept.
2011-2015.
Firefighter - Randolph Township Fire Department 2004 -2015.
Sergeant of EMS - Randolph Rescue Squad 2006- 2008.
EMT - Cumru Township Fire Department 2005-2009.
EMT - Southern Berks Regional EMS 2005- 2009.
St.
Judes Medical Center and John Theurer Cancer Center: Dec.
2018.
Coordinated a combined >450 christmas toy donation to both institutions.
Additional Information
HONORS/AWARDS
, New Jersey State Society of Physician Assistants – Outstanding Physician Assistant of The Year Oct 2017
Physician Assistant Class Leadership & Outstanding Service Award 2010-2012
BKX National Honors Society 2006-2010
Founder & President: Pre-Medical Society of Alvernia University 2008-2009
Author Mention of outstanding contribution: Essentials of Pathophysiology Publication 2008-2009
Population Health Clinical Systems Analyst at Hackensack Meridian Health SystemPopulation Health Clinical Systems Analyst at Hackensack Meridian Health System