Joshua Benner
Lexington,KY
Summary
Experienced with patient assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning in clinical settings. Utilizes critical thinking and problem-solving skills to deliver high-quality patient care. Strong understanding of medical protocols and collaborative team dynamics.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physician Assistant/Surgical First Assist
UK Healthcare
01.2023 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments and developed individualized care plans; inpatient, outpatient settings
- First assist experience in OR.
- Educated patients on treatment options and preventive care strategies
- Preceptor for physician assistant students.
Education
MS - Physician Assistant Studies
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY06.2022
BA - Biology
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY12.2018
Skills
- Clear communication/collaboration
- Patient education
- Pre-professional student education
Affiliations
- American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA)
- Kentucky Academy of Physician Assistants (KAPA)
Certification
- NCCPA Certified Physician Assistant
- NPI #: 1192695
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- AHA Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- AHA Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Pediatric Head Trauma Training Certificate
Timeline
Physician Assistant/Surgical First Assist
UK Healthcare
01.2023 - Current
BA - Biology
University of Kentucky
MS - Physician Assistant Studies
University of Kentucky
Leadership
- PA student clinical preceptor - experience educating students in orthopaedic setting (inpatient/outpatient/OR)
- Guest lecturer - University of Kentucky - undergraduate Intro to PA instructor
- Hospitality Officer / Joseph Hamburg Student Society (2020-2022) - University of Kentucky PA Program class office. Work with the administration to help with admissions, interviews, and new student orientation. Organize and coordinate mentor program. Assist in graduation celebration planning for UKPA Program.