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Keelia Benner

Atlanta,GA

Summary

Compassionate and proficient physician assistant with 3 years dedicated to full-time, fast-paced emergency medicine care. Focused on providing comprehensive, high-quality care in assessment, diagnostics, and treatment. Effective communicator who works well under pressure with a focus on details and exceptional time management abilities. Extensive experience in wound care, including simple and complex wound and laceration repairs using various sutures and staples. Previous experience in medical and aesthetic dermatology as a medical assistant has fueled enthusiasm to carve own path in the dermatology and aesthetics world as a certified physician assistant.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Board Certified Physician Assistant - Emergency Medicine

Apollo MD
11.2021 - 11.2024
  • Evaluated patients of all ages with diverse medical histories for acute complaints in a high-volume, fast paced emergency department setting
  • Formed differential diagnoses and ordered appropriate diagnostic studies based on patient history and physical exam
  • Reviewed lab results and imaging studies in collaboration with attending physicians and specialists ensuring accurate diagnoses and appropriate treatment plans.
  • Educated patients on diagnoses and treatment for a multitude of acute and chronic ailments
  • Performed various procedures, such as laceration repairs using both sutures and staples, suture and staple removal, incision and drainage and female speculum exams
  • Contributed to team-based approach in caring for patients by effectively coordinating with nurses, therapists, social workers, and other healthcare providers.
  • Provided compassionate care to diverse patient populations, addressing unique needs and fostering positive relationships.

Medical Assistant

Ringpfeil Advanced Dermatology
06.2018 - 05.2019
  • Gathered and recorded medical history and information for patient charts during well-checks
  • Assisted physicians in procedures, biopsies and suturing/suture removal
  • Safely handled bodily fluids and tissues for lab analysis
  • Scribed physician exam notes, diagnosis reports, and treatment recommendations
  • Coordinated prescription orders to pharmacies

Microbiology Sampling Specialist

Apex Life Sciences/Eurofins Lancaster Labs
10.2017 - 03.2018
  • Performed sampling of raw materials, air, water and surfaces in controlled and restricted production areas at the Janssen Pharmaceutical / Johnson & Johnson Manufacturing Site
  • Handled sterile media and corrosive chemicals using safe and aseptic techniques
  • Performed daily/monthly cleaning of lab areas and equipment
  • Input data into electronic system to be analyzed and reviewed

Education

Master of Science - Health Sciences - Physician Assistant Studies

Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
Suwanee, GA
07.2021

Bachelor of Science - Biology/Pre-Medical

Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
Kutztown, PA
05.2017

Skills

  • Patient education and counseling
  • Wound care and suturing
  • Diagnostic testing interpretation
  • Evaluating culture results
  • Implementing treatment plans
  • Mental health evaluation and support
  • Clinical decision making
  • Direct patient care
  • Proficient in EMRs including Epic

Affiliations

National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants

Certification

Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)

Timeline

Board Certified Physician Assistant - Emergency Medicine

Apollo MD
11.2021 - 11.2024

Medical Assistant

Ringpfeil Advanced Dermatology
06.2018 - 05.2019

Microbiology Sampling Specialist

Apex Life Sciences/Eurofins Lancaster Labs
10.2017 - 03.2018

Bachelor of Science - Biology/Pre-Medical

Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

Master of Science - Health Sciences - Physician Assistant Studies

Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine

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