Jorge Candiotti
Mars,PA
Summary
Experienced Physician Assistant with exceptional diagnostic skills and clinical acumen. Compassionate healthcare provider and excellent problem solver with passion for health, wellness and preventive care. Self-starter and proficient multitasker.
Extensive previous medical experience in spanish speaking developing country in internal medicine, critical care, community health, and outpatient consultation.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Physician Assistant
Allegheny Health Network
12.2019 - 10.2023
- Conducted physical examinations to assess patients' health and current condition for optimal treatment.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic testing to confirm diagnosis and implement accurate treatment plans.
- Prescribed medications to patients to treat conditions and alleviate symptoms.
- Managed chronic conditions by monitoring patient health and treatment plan progress to make necessary adjustments in care.
- Performed therapeutic procedures such as injections, immunizations and infection management.
- Referred to and consulted with physicians and other healthcare providers on patient care.
- Educated patients on variety of infectious disease issues, nutrition, obesity, and smoking cessation to improve overall health and wellness.
- Collaborated with medical colleagues to offer clinical care management, patient education and preventive services.
- Rapidly analyzed and responded to critical situations such as cardiovascular, abdominal, and neurological in emergency situations.
- Maintained patient confidentiality and adhered to HIPAA regulations.
- Recorded patient history to accurately track conditions, progress, patient management plans, and diagnosis for comprehensive medical records; and to established continuity of care.
- Provided counseling on emotional problems of daily living while promoting wellness and health maintenance.
- Ordered medical and laboratory supplies and equipment.
Adjunct Instructor
Community College Of Allegheny County
09.2011 - 05.2021
- Used lectures, discussions and demonstrations to increase learning and classroom success.
- Engaged students with insightful and compelling classroom discussion of topics relevant to coursework to boost student learning and retention.
- Examined and graded assignments and assessments to report grades to appropriate personnel.
- Created and implemented course agendas, lesson plans and activities to successfully meet course objectives.
- Attended meetings and workshops to refine and enhance instructional skills.
- Used technological equipment to enhance process of students' learning.
Physician
Hospital Nacional Daniel A. Carrion
04.1990 - 10.2005
- Instructed patients and families on medical diagnoses and treatment options.
- Assessed, diagnosed and treated emergency and chronic medical conditions.
- Collaborated with consulting physicians regarding care of patients.
- Supervised physicians, mid-level practitioners and other health care providers and coordinated work.
- Delivered emergency treatment on-site and responded appropriately in urgent or emergency situations.
- Documented interactions using correct format, codes and facility standards for optimal medical care.
- Completed basic and complex in-office procedures with local or topical anesthetic.
- Instructed and advised patients regarding preventive health care measures to promote early detection, diagnosis and management of medical conditions.
- Diagnosed and treated patients suffering from chronic conditions.
- Provided emergent medical care and treatment for life-threatening injuries and illnesses.
- Participated in patient education sessions among targeted populations with prevalent health risk factors.
- Adhered to universal precautions and other appropriate infection control practices.
- Provided consultation to staff and administration on patient treatment.
- Volunteered at community health clinic to provide high quality care for low-income and indigent patients.
- Participated as monitoring physician in clinical trials of medications and treatments.
- Participated in continuing education and professional development to enhance expertise and skills.
- Coordinated and integrated health care resources for community-based programs.
Education
Master of Science - Physician Assistant
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania
Slippery Rock, PA05.2019
Diploma - Health Service Management
Escuela De Administracion De Negocios Para Graduad
Lima, Peru02.2005
Master of Science - Biomedical And Health Informatics
University of Washington
Seattle, WA08.2002
Master of Science - Master in Science in Tropical Biomedical Science
Prince Leopold Institute of Tropical Medicine
Antwerp, Belgium09.1992
M.D. - Internal Medicine
Universidad Nacional Mayor De San Marcos
Lima, Peru03.1990
M.D. - Medicine
Universidad Nacional Mayor De San Marcos
Lima, Peru03.1986
Skills
- Diagnostic Testing
- Treatment Planning
- Care Planning
- Interpreting Laboratory Results
- Evaluating Culture Results
- Interpreting Images and Radiology Results
- Foreign Body Removal
- Performing Procedures
- Incisions and Drainage
- Suturing
- Wound Care
- Family and Internal Medicine
- Educating Patients
- Preventive Care
- Health Administration
- EMR / EHR
- Telemedicine
- Fluent in Spanish
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working
Timeline
Physician Assistant
Allegheny Health Network
12.2019 - 10.2023
Adjunct Instructor
Community College Of Allegheny County
09.2011 - 05.2021
Physician
Hospital Nacional Daniel A. Carrion
04.1990 - 10.2005
Master of Science - Physician Assistant
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania
Diploma - Health Service Management
Escuela De Administracion De Negocios Para Graduad
Master of Science - Biomedical And Health Informatics
University of Washington
Master of Science - Master in Science in Tropical Biomedical Science
Prince Leopold Institute of Tropical Medicine
M.D. - Internal Medicine
Universidad Nacional Mayor De San Marcos
M.D. - Medicine
Universidad Nacional Mayor De San Marcos
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