Julia Antunes
Raleigh,NC
Summary
Dedicated and motivated clinician seeking an inpatient role that fosters continuous learning, clinical growth, and skill development. Values collaborative team-based care and being recognized as an equal provider in delivering high-quality patient outcomes. Passionate about serving underserved populations and providing compassionate, patient-centered care. Aspires to become a reliable, well-rounded provider trusted to manage complex cases, adapt to challenges, and contribute meaningfully in high-acuity clinical settings.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physician Assistant Clinical Rotations
New York, NY
09.2024 - 08.2025
- Plastic surgery at Bellevue hospital: Actively involved in patient care across clinic, inpatient, and operative settings. Conducted patient consultations, assisted as first assistant in surgical procedures, performed suturing, and participated in pre-operative planning and post-operative follow-up.
- Pediatric Rotation at Pediatric Med World in Yonkers, NY: Gained experience caring for patients across multiple pediatric age groups by obtaining histories, performing physical examinations, administering vaccinations, and performing blood draws.
- Surgery Rotation at Good Samaritan Hospital, Long Island: Served as first assistant in a variety of pediatric, general, and vascular surgery cases; performed surgical suturing and participated in postoperative patient care, including experience in the surgical intensive care unit.
- Sports Medicine Rotation at ProPeak Sports Medicine: Joseph Weber-Lopez, MD: Gained experience in outpatient sports medicine by evaluating chronic musculoskeletal injuries and assisting with ultrasound-guided arthrocentesis and injection therapies, including corticosteroid and PRP injections.
- Internal Medicine Rotation Getwell Med-care, Queens, NY: Participated in outpatient internal medicine care by evaluating patients with chronic diseases such as diabetes and hypertension, while also functioning in a primary care role to assess and manage acute medical complaints.
- Emergency Medicine Rotation at the VA Medical Hospital in Manhattan: Obtained comprehensive histories and performed physical examinations; collaborated with attending physicians and physician assistants to develop and implement patient care plans; performed procedures including IV placement, fracture casting, and Foley catheter insertion.
- Behavioral Health Rotation at Parnes Clinic in Bronx, NY: Observed and participated in behavioral health care, including exposure to psychosocial and cognitive therapy modalities, and engaged in post-session discussions with therapists to review treatment approaches and patient progress.
- Stroke Team Rotation at Maimonides Medical Center in Brooklyn, NY: Actively involved in acute and inpatient stroke care by monitoring patients, assisting in etiologic workup through coordination of CT imaging, echocardiograms, and angiography, collaborating with multidisciplinary specialists, and working closely with resident teams; responded to stroke codes in the emergency department, performed serial neurological examinations, and placed NG tubes, IV lines, and foley catheters.
- Primary Care Rotation at Optimum Family Medicine in Bronx, NY: Gained experience in outpatient family medicine by caring for a diverse patient population ranging from pediatric to geriatric patients. Conducted annual physical examinations, managed acute medical issues, performed blood pressure assessments, and completed procedures such as phlebotomy, injections, and immunizations.
- Obstetrics and Gynecology Rotation at Lew Medical in Long Island, NY: Gained experience in outpatient OB/GYN practice through performing physical exams and phlebotomy, assisting in diagnostic evaluation including ultrasound recommendations, and participating in initial prenatal care workups, with observation of initial prenatal ultrasounds.
Clinical Technician
Yale New Haven Hospital Saint Raphael Campus
New Haven, CT
01.2022 - 08.2023
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers and administrators in proper testing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and medical equipment.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Biology Tutor
Southern Connecticut State University
New Haven, CT
06.2019 - 05.2022
- Assist students to comprehend course material from Anatomy and Physiology I, II, and Microbiology.
Education
Masters of Science - Physician Assistant
Yeshiva University
Bronx, NY12-2025
Bachelors in Science - Biology
Southern Connecticut University
New Haven, CT05.2022
Skills
- Leadership
- Task prioritization
- Communication
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Planning
Certification
- National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant(NCCPA) Certified Physician Assistant ( PA-C) 2026
- BLS
- ACLS
- Member of NYSSP
- Member of AAPA
Timeline
Physician Assistant Clinical Rotations
09.2024 - 08.2025
Clinical Technician
Yale New Haven Hospital Saint Raphael Campus
01.2022 - 08.2023
Biology Tutor
Southern Connecticut State University
06.2019 - 05.2022
Masters of Science - Physician Assistant
Yeshiva University
Bachelors in Science - Biology
Southern Connecticut University