Katheryn Grajales
MINE HILL
Summary
Dynamic Physician Assistant with a 10-yr history at Zufall Health Center, adept in bilingual patient communication and emergency response. Excelled in patient education, chronic condition management, and performing office procedures. Demonstrated quick learning ability and adaptability, enhancing patient care through telemedicine and prescription management. A highly skilled PA with exceptional diagnostic skills and clinical acumen. Compassionate healthcare provider and excellent problem solver. Self-starter and proficient multitasker. Looking for new opportunity for growth as a Physician Assistant.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physician Assistant
Zufall Health Center
12.2015 - Current
- Educated patients on variety of infectious disease issues, nutrition, obesity, and smoking cessation to improve overall health and wellness.
- Rapidly analyzed and responded to critical situations such as cardiovascular, abdominal, and neurological in emergency situations.
- Conducted physical examinations to assess patients' health and current condition for optimal treatment.
- 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.
- Completed in-depth physical evaluations and gathered patient medical data to complete speedy, successful office visits.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Patient Representative
Zufall Health Center
08.2012 - 11.2015
- Verified any changes or data updates to patient records and checked insurance information at each appointment.
- Monitored patient flow throughout day to maintain appointment times and schedules.
- Observed all facility rules and regulations regarding patient data to promote confidentiality and integrity.
- Stayed calm under pressure to and successfully dealt with difficult situations.
- Trained new staff on filing, phone etiquette and other office duties.
- Delivered support to medical staff in completion of patient paperwork.
Education
Master of Science - Physician Assistant
Seton Hall University
South Orange, NJ05-2015
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Seton Hall University
South Orange, NJ05-2013
Skills
- Bilingual (Spanish/English)
- Primary care/family medicine experience
- Remote health monitoring/Telemedicine
- Prescription management
- Perform in office procedures: suturing, I&D, cryotherapy, etc
Certification
- Certified Physician Assistant (PA-C) - National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
- Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Physician Assistant
Zufall Health Center
12.2015 - Current
Patient Representative
Zufall Health Center
08.2012 - 11.2015
Master of Science - Physician Assistant
Seton Hall University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Seton Hall University
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